Fort Bend County, TX (January 9, 2023) – A traffic accident took place in Fort Bend County that left multiple people injured on Saturday afternoon. On January 7, the Texas Department of Public Safety was notified that they were needed at the scene of a traffic accident on Interstate Highway 69.
According to law enforcement, two vehicles collided on interstate highway 69 at the intersection of US Highway 90 at approximately 2:45 p.m. The force of the impact of the collision caused one of the involved vehicles to roll over.
The driver of the flipped-over vehicle and three other people suffered injuries as a result of the accident.
The victims were transported to area hospitals for further medical care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We hope the injured victims are able to recover quickly.
Car Accidents in Texas
Each year, tens of thousands of people are hospitalized with injuries following car crashes that occur in the state of Texas. Although any type of accident has the potential to cause serious injuries, when vehicles roll over due to collisions, the chances is a good one suffering severe injury are dramatically increased. This type of accident is more likely to result in serious injuries because of the amount of force that is exerted on the occupants of the car.
Rollover accidents are often caused by a driver losing control of their vehicle. This can be due to speeding, intoxication, or simply driving on an unfamiliar road. When a driver loses control, they may veer off the road and onto soft soil or gravel. This can cause the tires to lose traction and cause the car to roll over.
Another factor that contributes to rollover accidents is the height of the vehicle. If a car is taller, it is more likely to roll over than a shorter vehicle. This is because there is more weight above the center of gravity and less stability.
Finally, weather conditions can also play a role in rollover accidents. If it rains or there are strong winds, it can be more difficult for a driver to maintain control of their car. This increases the risk of an accident occurring.
If you have been injured as a result of a rollover accident, it is important that you seek the assistance of a Fort Bend car accident lawyer right away. You may have legal options available to help you seek financial compensation for your medical costs and more.
Wyatt Law Firm is here to help you after being harmed by another driver’s negligence. Our team of experienced and knowledgeable Fort Bend County car accident attorneys will work diligently to ensure that your rights are protected. Our team will help you build the strongest case possible to prove your damages and demand compensation for them from the defendant. Feel free to reach out to our team at your earliest convenience to schedule a free consultation. Our Texas personal injury lawyers are available by calling 210-340-5550 to get started on your case.
Note: Our team used secondary sources when creating this post. These sources include but are not limited to local and state police reports, local news reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts about the accident described. Our team has not independently verified all the facts surrounding this accident. For this reason, if you locate any information that is incorrect, please let us know immediately so that we can correct the error. We will remove a post if requested.
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