Two people were injured after a two-vehicle collision in Longview on Sunday afternoon, August 15.
According to the initial reports from local authorities, the collision took place in the 1100 block of Judson Road in Longview at approximately 2:00 p.m. A white vehicle crossed the median and collided head-on with an oncoming silver SUV. It’s unclear why the white vehicle veered into the other lane.
Two people were injured in the mishap. A female passenger inside the silver SUV was taken to an area hospital with unknown injuries. Meanwhile, the driver of the white vehicle was also taken to a hospital.
The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment. The accident is currently under investigation.
Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics
Every year, thousands of people are killed or injured in car accidents, and most people will be involved in a car accident at some point in their lives. Many accidents occur due to factors such as sun glare, mechanical failure, or hazardous road conditions caused by bad weather.
Annually, approximately 6 million car accidents occur in the United States. That works out to about 16,438 per day. Only 22,471 of these crashes resulted in property damage. Every year, over 37,000 Americans are killed in car accidents.
In 2019, there were 439,388 motor vehicle crashes in Texas, with 256,338 people injured. There were 12,897 serious injury crashes, resulting in the deaths of 15,843 people. Texas has the highest number of traffic fatalities in the country. Every 71 seconds, a car accident occurs on Texas highways. Every 2.5 hours, someone dies in a Texas car accident, and someone is seriously injured every two minutes.
Gregg County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Two-Vehicle Collisions
The physical pain and trauma after a car accident may leave the victim overwhelmed and stressed. Impending bills and other financial burdens can also cause a great deal of stress and confusion for victims. Regardless of whether you have minor or major injuries, victims of car accidents are encouraged to file a personal injury claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney.
While you think your case may be easily understandable, navigating the complicated claims process and determining the best way to obtain full compensation for your damages is another story. That is why you require someone in your corner who understands what it takes to produce real 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.