Austin, TX – One Injured in Truck Crash on State Highway 45 near Escarpment Blvd

Austin, TX – One Injured in Truck Crash on State Highway 45 near Escarpment Blvd

Austin, TX (December 12, 2022) – A truck accident took place in the Austin area that resulted in injuries on Monday morning. Just after 3 a.m., on December 12, officers with the Austin Police Department were called to the scene of the crash on Texas State Highway 45.

According to law enforcement, the police were notified that a person was attempting to break into vehicles during the early morning hours. The police responded to the scene, and the suspect jumped into a vehicle and fled east on Texas State Highway 45. As the vehicle passed through the area of Escarpment Boulevard, it collided with a box truck.

One person suffered injuries as a result of the accident. The victim was transported to a local hospital for further medical care.

The Austin Police Department is currently investigating the crash.

We hope the victim injured as a result of this accident recovers quickly.

Truck Crashes in Texas

Each year, truck crashes in the United States take the lives of thousands of people. Here in Texas, we see hundreds of people die and thousands more left with serious injuries as a result of truck accidents each year. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your accident, you may be able to file a personal injury case against the driver who is responsible.

In order to prevail when it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit following a truck accident, you will need to be able to prove negligence. To prove that the truck driver was negligent, you will need to show that he or she failed to use reasonable care while driving. This can be difficult to do, but if you have evidence that the driver was speeding, talking on the phone or texting to others, or otherwise not paying attention to the road, it may be possible to prove negligence.

If you have been hurt as a result of a truck crash, it’s important to speak with a fearless and seasoned Austin truck accident attorney who can help you understand your legal rights and options. Your attorney will be able to build a strong case against the negligent driver and prove your damages were their fault. Your attorney will demand compensation to cover your losses and damages so you have the best chance of moving forward and recovering.

If you have been the victim of a truck accident, it is important to understand your legal rights. The attorneys at Goudarzi & Young have decades of experience fighting for the rights of truck accident victims and can offer you a free consultation. We believe that every victim deserves justice, and we will fight tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve. Call us today at 800-256-5169 to learn more about how we can help you.

Notes: Our team of dedicated writers created this post through the use of secondary sources; therefore, we have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this truck accident. If you locate incorrect information, please contact Goudarzi & Young, L.L.P. so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. This post will be removed if requested. 

Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. If you are injured in an accident, seek medical attention immediately, then speak to a lawyer as soon as possible. The photograph used in this post is not representative of this accident. This post is not a solicitation for business.  




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