[10-05-2021] Bexar County, TX – One Person Injured After a Rollover Crash in San Antonio

An unidentified woman was hurt after a rollover crash in San Antonio on early Tuesday morning, October 5.

The accident took place on Interstate 35 near Eisenhower Road in San Antonio at approximately 4:30 a.m.

The woman was traveling on Interstate 35 when she reportedly fell asleep behind the wheel and crashed into the rear of an 18-wheeler.

Due to the severity of the impact, the women’s vehicle rolled over and caught fire. The female driver was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Information about the crash is limited at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Interstate 35 was closed down for a few hours to prepare for the cleanup and investigation but was eventually reopened. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Rollover Collision Statistics

Car accidents happen far more frequently than you’d expect in the United States. Every 60 seconds, a car accident occurs, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This equates to approximately 5.25 million car accidents every year in the United States.

Car accidents injure about 3 million people each year in the United States. An estimated 2 million motorists are killed or severely injured in car accidents each year. In this case, a rollover collision occurred.

Thirty percent of car passengers die due to rollover crashes. Light trucks account for 47 percent of fatalities from rollovers, compared to 22 percent of deaths for passengers in automobiles.

Eighty percent of people killed in rollover accidents were not wearing seat belts, and many of these deaths occur due to the driver being ejected. When comparing fatalities in rollover crashes between passenger cars and pickup trucks, drivers of pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs have a higher fatality rate.

In this case, the accident was caused by a drowsy driver. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 100,000 police-reported crashes are caused by drowsy drivers. More than 1,550 people were killed, while 71,000 people were injured because of drowsy driving.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Rollover Collisions in Bexar County

Being involved in a car accident and sustaining severe injuries in the crash can be an overwhelming experience. In the event of a long-term injury, medical bills and other costs could easily reach the tens of thousands of dollars range.

Victims may spend months or even years going to specialists, getting second opinions, and then going back to their primary care provider. Medication and assistive equipment will almost certainly be required (such as a wheelchair or walker).

While you think your case may be hopeless because you are slightly responsible for the crash. Still, an experienced attorney can help you get compensation for your injuries even if you believe you are somehow liable. That is why you require someone in your corner who understands what it takes to produce accurate results.

Our Arash Law Texas accident attorneys are experienced, compassionate, and understand how difficult and stressful these times in your life can be. Our team is ready to assist you in navigating your way back to health following a car accident. Call (888) 398-4017 for a free case evaluation or schedule a consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys.