Texarkana, TX – Crossing Guard Struck by Vehicle on Summerhill Rd

Texarkana, TX (September 22, 2020) – A motor vehicle accident in the Texarkana area left one person critically injured on Monday morning. Just after 8:20 a.m., on September 21, the Texarkana Police and emergency crews were called to the scene of an accident on Summerhill Road.

Reports show that a 68-year-old crossing guard was working near the Texas High School located on Summerhill Road. At the same time, a 76-year-old man was driving a Ford pickup truck south on Summerhill Road. As the driver attempted to make a left turn into the Summerhill Square parking lot, his vehicle struck the crossing guard.

The pedestrian sustained critical injuries in the accident. Paramedics rendered aid to the victim at the scene before rushing them to Christus St. Michael in critical condition.

At this time, the police are investigating the cause of the accident.

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

Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

Over the years, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people who choose to walk to their destinations instead of taking motor vehicles. Although walking is generally considered to be a safe activity with numerous health benefits, it can be dangerous for people traveling near dangerous roads. Many people are struck and injured or killed by vehicles due to negligent and reckless drivers. Each year, more than 7,500 pedestrians are struck and injured in auto accidents across our state.

These incidents are typically preventable, yet victims continue to suffer broken bones and other devastating injuries that force them into local hospitals for treatment. A large number of injured pedestrians are forced to endure overwhelming pain and suffering and deal with debilitating injuries that have an overwhelming impact on their health and wellbeing. Not only are mental and physical pain and suffering consequences of these horrific incidents, but many victims are forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment. When victims are injured in accidents, due to the actions of others, it is imperative that they reach out to a pedestrian accident attorney in Texas as soon as possible to protect their legal rights.

At Rasansky Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys in Texas have over two and a half decades of experience helping victims recover from their accidents. We remain committed to ensuring our clients are able to maximize their recoveries so they can tend to their financial burdens as they move forward with their recoveries. We strive to ensure those harmed are able to reach their recovery goals and achieve some sense of normalcy after being harmed. Our team provides aggressive legal representation to ensure those harmed are able to get the medical treatment they need and focus on recovering. Contact our Texas injury accident attorneys at (214) 617-1816 to explore the legal options available for you. Schedule a free case evaluation with our team at your earliest convenience to see how we can help you get the justice and compensation you need and deserve moving forward after being harmed as a result of another person’s negligence.

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Disclaimer: As a member of the Dallas community, Rasansky Law Firm’s goal is to improve the safety of all residents in the great state of Texas. While we are extremely saddened by the accidents we report on, we hope that through knowledge of these accidents, individuals will exercise caution in order to avoid similar accidents in the future. These reports are not solicitations for business and the information included herein should not be taken as medical or legal advice. We hope for the quickest recovery for those involved in these accidents.