Series of Deadly Crashes Rock the Houston Area Sunday Morning
As the Thanksgiving weekend concluded, several independent motor vehicle accidents related to speeding and intoxication took the lives of five Houstonians. This high number of deaths serves as a somber reminder of the increased risk of dangerous road conditions created by a high volume of drivers.
Fiery Accident Sunday Morning Claims Life of Driver
Around 3:30 AM Sunday morning a deadly motor vehicle accident occurred when a Toyota Camry attempted to exit Rankin Road. The driver was reported by witnesses to be exceeding the speed limit before losing control of the vehicle and colliding with an exit sign, guard rail, and light pole. The vehicle burst into flames and witnesses attempted to save the driver, but officials announced the driver dead at the scene.
In single car accidents, there are typically limited options for the legal remedies. Most auto insurance coverage for injuries and death apply to collisions caused by another driver. Unfortunately, the driver’s auto insurance may only cover the loss of the vehicle if comprehensive vehicle coverage had been purchased. Drivers may purchase personal injury protection or medical payments coverage to help cover medical expenses following any type of accident, regardless of fault.
Intoxicated Driver Facing Potential Intoxication Manslaughter Charges Following Deadly Crash
Later Sunday morning, around 4:15 AM, a single car motor vehicle accident was reported near Bellaire Blvd. and Addicks Clodine Road. The driver of the vehicle lost control and collided with a tree near the roadway. The 19-year-old driver and 16-year-old passenger were taken to the hospital following the motor vehicle accident. The 16-year-old passenger of the vehicle later passed away as a result of her injuries. Officers at the scene determined that the driver showed signs of intoxication which may have contributed to the motor vehicle accident.
In can be difficult to navigate options available to victims of intoxicated drivers. In this instance, where the deceased was a passenger in the intoxicated driver’s vehicle, the victim may be able to bring a claim against the driver themselves. Additionally, depending on the events before the collision, a Dram Shop claim could be brought against any possible third party who may have contributed to the intoxication of the driver. These types of claims are very difficult to navigate and are very fact dependent claims. If you or a family member have been involved in a motor vehicle accident involving an intoxicated driver, you should contact a personal injury attorney to navigate what remedies are available to you and your family.
Vehicle Ignores Stop Sign Causing Deadly Collision at Intersection
A vehicle entering the intersection at Hughes Road and Sagepark Lane on Sunday morning disregarded a stop sign and collided with another vehicle. Sadly, the driver of the vehicle that ran the stop sign passed away at the scene. The second driver was taken to the hospital and is currently in stable condition. Investigators are currently looking into whether alcohol consumption was a contributing factor.
Deadly T-bone Collision Results in the Death of Two and Hospitalization of Another
Officials are investigating a t-bone motor vehicle accident that occurred at the 10040 block of Veterans Memorial Drive and Moorebrook Drive. A black truck was reported to be speeding through the northbound lanes of Veterans Memorial Drive before t-boning a second truck that had entered the intersection pushing both vehicles into a road-side ditch. The driver of the speeding vehicle was taken to the hospital and may face DWI charges. Meanwhile, the driver of the second pick up was pronounced dead at the scene and his passenger later died at the hospital as a result of her injuries.
Contact an Attorney Today to Discuss Your Rights and Remedies Following a Motor Vehicle Accident
If you or a loved one have been involved in a motor vehicle accident there can be many different remedies available to you depending on the facts surrounding the collision. Contact Buckley Patterson, PLLC, to discuss the facts related to the collision to determine all at fault parties and what remedies may be available to you. All calls are confidential, and a free case evaluation may help you and your family determine the best route to make you whole again. Don’t hesitate or fall for the tricks of insurance adjusters who have been trained to settle these claims quickly. Call Buckley Patterson, PLLC, today and protect your rights!
*All information pertaining to the collision was obtained from secondary sources and has not been independently substantiated. Should you identify any inaccurate information within this post, please contact this law office immediately so our team may edit such to reflect the most accurate information.*
