One Injured in South Austin Three-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35

Austin, Texas (December 10, 2020) – One person was injured in a three-vehicle crash on Wednesday in South Austin, according to a local news source.

The crash happened around 6:20 p.m., December 9, on Interstate 35, near the Slaughter Lane ramp.

According to the report, the crash involved two 18-wheelers and a car.

One of the 18-wheelers caught fire after the crash.

One person in the car sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the crash.

The crash closed parts of the highway for several hours.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with the truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a personal injury lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have been injured in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555.