[09-19-2021] Harris County, TX – One Person Seriously Injured After a Motorcycle Crash At Studemont

An unidentified woman was seriously hurt after getting struck by a Houston police officer in Houston on early Sunday morning, September 19.

The fatal collision transpired at approximately 2:00 a.m. on Washington Avenue at Studemont in Houston.

An officer from the Houston Police Department was traveling westbound on Washington Avenue when an eastbound BMW suddenly turned left directly in front of the police vehicle.

The officer then reportedly attempted to avoid the BMW by slamming on the brakes. Unfortunately, he struck a woman that was riding a motorcycle behind the BMW.

The woman riding the motorcycle was rushed to an area hospital with serious injuries. She’s now in a stable condition. No arrests have been made at the moment. An active investigation of the accident is currently underway.

Motorcycle Crash Statistics

The Transportation Department of Texas has found that at least one motorcycle rider dies on Texas roads every day. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Texas ranks among states with the highest number of motorbike injuries and deaths.

According to the Transportation Department of Texas, 501 motorcyclists died in 2017 in Texas crashes, and 2101 more were severely injured. In 2019, in Texas, 412 motorcyclists were killed and 1,800 or more seriously injured. These statistics show that motorcyclists on Texas roads are always at risk.

However, during a motorcycle accident, there is a way to avoid fatal head injuries. The use of a helmet has been proven to lower your chance of being fatally injured by 37 percent. The helmet can alleviate some transferred energy and prevent a heavy hit from the head.

Harris County Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Motorcycle Accidents

After losing a loved one in an unexpected motorcycle accident, the victim’s family could be vulnerable to manipulation by the other party’s insurance company. The victim’s family should file with their lawyer a wrongful death claim to receive compensation for the damages the accident has caused them. The liable party will be required by law to provide financial compensation for the medical bills, funeral costs, pain, and suffering of the victim’s family through the wrongful death claim.

It may not be easy to know what to do to protect your legal rights if you have never been in an accident before. This is known to insurance companies. Sometimes they try to put pressure on victims to settle rapidly before they can consult a lawyer. You always have the right to consult with your lawyer before you decide your case.

Our experienced Texas motorcycle crash lawyers from Arash Law know how to fight for your motorcycle crash compensation. During this difficult time, we can serve as a compassionate, helpful guide for the family. To schedule your free consultation, call (888) 398-4017. Don’t wait for advice on the case of your motorcycle accident.