One Hospitalized After Lubbock County Two-Vehicle Crash at FM 1585 and Highway 62/82

Lubbock, Texas (October 2, 2020) – One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Thursday morning in South Lubbock, according to the DPS.

The crash happened just before 9:00 a.m., October 1, at the intersection of FM 1585 and Highway 62/82.

DPS said a car was stopped on FM 1585 when it pulled out to turn onto Highway 62/82 and failed to yield the right-of-way to an SUV that was traveling on 62/82. The vehicles then collided at the intersection.

A passenger in the SUV was taken to Covenant Medical Center with minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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