It was later revealed that the driver of the pickup failed to control their speed as they neared a yield sign and collided with the rear of the Mazda as it was waiting at the sign. Multiple people in both vehicles were hurt as a result of the crash. The occupants of the van were transported by ambulance to Shannon Medical Center for the treatment of sustained injuries. The occupants of the truck were hospitalized for the treatment of life-threatening injuries.
There were reportedly two people traveling in the truck. It is currently unknown how many people were traveling in the van at the time of the crash. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local authorities.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Rear-end Crashes in Texas
The injuries from a rear-end collision can drastically change a person’s life. It is hard to predict when a driver will strike you from behind when on the road. If you are not looking into the rearview mirror when the collision occurs, you will probably be caught off guard. Even at moderate speeds, these crashes have the potential to be life-changing, and they are among the most commonly reported collisions in the United States. There were 81,106 documented rear-end crashes reported across Texas in a recent year, according to statistics from the Crash Records Information System maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). In total, 5,011 major injuries, 26,397 minor injuries, and 567 fatalities were caused by these collisions. You should consult with a knowledgeable attorney following a significant accident to make sure your legal rights are upheld after a serious car accident.
The majority of us drive every day, and many Texans either know someone who has been injured in an auto accident or has personally been involved in one. After a devastating accident, the choices you make will determine how well you recover. To increase your chances of recovery, you should speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer. Getting the compensation you are due on your own can be difficult, and you do not want to take any chances with your recovery.
During this trying period, you need a capable Texas car crash lawyer who will fight for your full compensation. The legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law is here to get to work on your case, and we are just a phone call away. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a skilled lawyer.