Houston, TX (July 6, 2021) – Just after 3:00 PM on the afternoon of July 6, a car crash with injuries took place on a roadway in Houston. The incident was reported to officials at approximately 3:22 PM.
According to various sources, the wreck happened in the 2100 block of Loop 494 for a reason still being investigated by police. It is believed that at least two vehicles collided in the area, resulting in injuries for those involved.
Injured parties were treated on-site before being taken to local hospitals for further treatment as needed. The identities of those involved have not been released at this time.
Various responders were observed at the scene for an extended time on the afternoon of July 6, which resulted in extensive traffic delays in the area. Local drivers were forced to find different travel routes while the scene remained active with responders.
Nothing further has been reported concerning the incident north surrounding circumstances. Police in Houston continue to investigate.
Our thoughts are with everyone involved. We hope for their fall and fast recovery.
Houston Car Accidents
According to recent statistics concerning the rate of traffic accidents that happen in the Lone Star state, a car accident in Texas occurs approximately once every 71 seconds. Driving in Houston can certainly be a dangerous activity. According to information provided by the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2019, Texas saw almost 20,000 serious injury crashes (19,506), accompanied by 30,992 victims who suffered from severe injuries. Someone loses their life once every two and a half hours, and someone is seriously injured once every two minutes. Additionally, there were a total of 3,722 fatalities due to motor vehicle accidents that same year in Texas. The state is among the top three most dangerous states in the nation for motorists.
Going through something like this is never, ever easy, as you are most likely being faced with what feels like a thousand problems at once. Not only have you or someone you love been seriously hurt in an accident, but you are also now faced with the cost of it all, and possibly having to stay out of work for a prolonged time period in order to recover. At Williams Hart & Boundas, our team of skilled and knowledgeable Houston car crash lawyers prides ourselves on providing competent and compassionate representation to each and every one of our clients. Since 1983, we have been providing injured crash victims and their families with full and fair financial compensation for their injuries and losses. In the event that your injuries were caused by the negligence of another driver, you should contact Williams Hart & Boundas right away. Financial compensation can cover some or all of the costs associated with your wreck, and more.
Usually, you will receive a call from an insurance adjuster inquiring about the accident and your resulting injuries, and whether you would feel comfortable making a statement concerning the issue. You should never speak to anyone about your crash until you speak to a skilled attorney first, especially if there were injuries involved. Under Texas law, it is imperative that you understand your rights and responsibilities after a serious auto accident. A Texas personal injury lawyer will help you figure out how to proceed, as it is their job to know the ins and outs of the law.
Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, which means our services are free if you’re not awarded compensation. No one deserves to get taken advantage of by the insurance companies, or anyone else. At Williams Hart & Boundas, we have the passion to fight, and the experience to win. Call our law office at 713-538-1746 at your earliest convenience to discuss your case, free of charge.
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Disclaimer: We write these posts with the intention of providing general information about driving safety with the hope that people will slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle and avoid being seriously injured in an accident. If you are in an accident, we want to make sure that you know how to react appropriately. This post is not intended to be deemed as legal or medical advice of any kind. The picture used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene.