• 09
  • September
    2011

The loss of a loved one under tragic circumstances is not easy to bear. This is especially true when the befallen tragedy is avoidable. Recently, a Houston news report brought attention to a car accident that took place on the Northwest Freeway. The accident claimed the life of one driver and landed another in jail.

Police officers confirmed that the driver of a Pontiac Grand Am was traveling eastbound on the freeway in Houston at about 9 p.m. Purportedly, he was traveling at a high speed when he attempted a lane change into the center lane. During the maneuver, he struck the rear quadrant of a Chevy Tahoe in front of him.

The force of the impact forced the driver of the Chevy to lose control. The vehicle flipped and finally came to a rest on the shoulder of the road. Tragically, the driver of the sports utility vehicle passed away as a result of injuries sustained in the auto accident. Authorities told reporters that the man driving the Pontiac Grand Am was arrested, presumably on the scene. According to the report, the driver faces a charge of intoxication manslaughter, a result of driving under the influence and causing an accident that claimed a life.

No additional information has been released concerning the life of the accident victim, but it is safe to say that his or her friends and family are in a state of shock and grief. The loved ones of the deceased crash victim may seek justice as they attempt to overcome their grief. Regardless of charges filed, a personal injury lawsuit may secure compensation for damages that include pain and suffering.

Source: MyFoxHouston, "1 Driver Killed, Other Arrested After Vehicle Crash," Alexander Supgul, Aug. 19, 2011