San Angelo, TX – Injuries in Rear-end Crash at Sherwood Way & Buick Dr

San Angelo, TX (April 24, 2024) – A driver was injured after a rear-end collision in the San Angelo area on Monday, April 22. The accident was reported at the 4100 block of Sherwood Way near Buick Drive that afternoon around 12:15 p.m. Local reports revealed that a woman was heading westbound in a Cadillac at the time of the crash. 

For unknown reasons, the woman was unable to stop and crashed into the rear of a Chevrolet Malibu. The impact caused the Chevy to hit a nearby pickup truck. The vehicles were stopped at a light ahead of the Cadillac, but the driver was unable to avoid hitting the Malibu. The driver of the Cadillac was transported to Shannon Emergency Room for the treatment of sustained injuries. No additional injuries have been reported at this time. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Rear-end Collisions in Texas

Your life can be changed forever by the injuries sustained in a rear-end collision. When driving, you never know when you will be hit from behind by a car, and you will likely be unprepared for the crash if you are not looking into your rearview mirror. These collisions, which are among the most frequently reported events in the United States, can be extremely damaging even at moderate speeds. Data from the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Crash Records Information System show that in a recent year, there were 81,106 recorded rear-end crashes reported throughout the state. These collisions resulted in 26,397 minor injuries, 5,011 serious injuries, and 567 fatalities overall. Following a major auto accident, you should speak with an experienced lawyer to ensure that your legal rights are protected.

Most of us drive every day, and a large number of Texans either have personal experience with or know someone who has been injured in an auto accident. The decisions you make following a catastrophic catastrophe will dictate the rest of your life. You should consult with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney to improve your chances of achieving a full recovery. It can be challenging to obtain the compensation you are entitled to on your own, and you do not want to put your recovery at risk by trying to handle your claim alone. 

You need a capable San Angelo car accident lawyer who will fight for your full compensation after being seriously injured in a car accident. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to get to work on your case, and we have a proven track record fighting for the rights of crash victims in Texas. Our offices are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a skilled lawyer.