Two Injured in San Antonio 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 10 near UTSA Boulevard

San Antonio, Texas (October 11, 2021) – Two people were injured early Monday morning in a two-vehicle crash in San Antonio’s Northwest Side, according to the authorities.

The crash happened just after 2:00 a.m., on Interstate 10 near UTSA Boulevard.

According to the police, witnesses said an SUV collided with an 18-wheeler on the highway. The SUV was pinned against the highway barrier after the crash while the 18-wheeler rode up over the barrier and began to leak diesel fuel onto the roadway.

Two people in the SUV had to be extricated and were taken to University Hospital as a precaution.

The 18-wheeler driver and his passengers were uninjured in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

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 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.

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