Posts Tagged ‘automobile collision’

Lindale Man Killed by Drunk Driver

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

An East Texas man is looking at a long prison term after killing a man in an automobile wreck.  Benjamin Capps, who is only 28 years old, was charged with his 3rd D.W.I. when he crashed head on killing another driver.  The collision occurred on Highway 80 in Longview, Texas.  The head on collision killed John Pinter, 74, of Lindale, Texas.

If you or a family member has been injured by a negligent driver including the driver of a vehicle in which you were a passenger or if your family member suffered a wrongful death from a negligent driver, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today – we are on YOUR side.

2 Dead and 1 Injured in Houston Crash

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

An automobile collision in Houston, Texas resulted in two deaths and one person hospitalized.  The crash happened at Veterans Memorial Drive.  The driver of a 2004 Mitsubishi ran a red light striking a Toyota Highlander.  The Harris County Sheriff’s Department investigated the wreck and determined that the negligent driver was traveling more than 100 miles per hour and hit a brick wall after striking the truck.  The driver and occupant of the Mitsubishi were both killed.

If you or a family member were injured by a negligent driver including the driver of a vehicle in which you were a passenger or if a family member suffered a wrongful death, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today – we are on YOUR side.

Houston Fire Captain Loses His Daughter in Auto Collision

Friday, February 12th, 2010

The daughter of a Cy-Fair fire captain was tragically killed in an automobile collision on Highway 6 in Houston, Texas.  The daughter was heading for Whataburger when a truck without its headlights on struck her vehicle.

The preliminary investigation of the T-bone collision indicates the pickup driver was drunk.  A Harris County district attorney was on the scene evaluating the case for DWI charges.  The on scene investigation indicated the driver was intoxicated.

A wrongful death resulting from an automobile collision with a drunk driver may be pursued by family members against the drunk driver and their own insurance company.  If a family member has been killed as a result of an automobile collision, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today – we are on YOUR side.

Another Santa Fe Police Officer Injured in Auto Wreck

Friday, February 12th, 2010

Just last week, a Santa Fe, Texas police officer was injured by a drunk driver.  Once again, a police officer was injured when a driver smashed into a Santa Fe police cruiser.  The negligent driver and the two passengers of the vehicle were arrested on drug charges.

Officer Edward Pean suffered injuries including facial lacerations.  He required treatment at Mainland Medical Center.  As a result of the automobile collision, there was significant damage to the police cruiser, and it will likely be totalled. 

When a person suffers injuries as a result of a negligent driver in an automobile accident, he or she may have legal claims against the negligent driver, their own automobile insurance and workers compensation.  If you or a family member is a victim of a negligent driver or drunk driver, call Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today – we are on YOUR side.

Metro Bus and Light Rail Collide

Monday, February 8th, 2010

A collision occurred in Houston, Texas between a Metro Bus and the Light Rail.  The preliminary investigation indicates the Metro Bus ran a red light.  Several people were taken to the hospital with injuries.

Santa Police Officer Injured

Sunday, February 7th, 2010

A Santa Fe police officer was taken to the hospital after his vehicle was hit by a drunk driver.  The drunk driver is from Huntsville, Texas.  The driver was charged with DWI and possession of marijuana.

Mardi Gras Death

Sunday, February 7th, 2010

A two car collision in Galveston resulted in one death.  The deceased is from Hitchcock, Texas.  The Galveston Police Department is still investigating the cause of the automobile collision.

Midland, Texas Auto Death

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

49 year old Nestor Castro, Jr. was killed in Midland, Texas when a 17 year old ran a stop sign crashing into Castro’s car.  Castro’s vehicle burst into flames resulting in his death.

Pharr, Texas Multi-Vehicle Collision

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Ten people were hospitalized following a multi-vehicle collision near the North I Road exit at Expressway 83 in Pharr, Texas.  Even if weather played a factor in the collisions, the responsible vehicle driver is required to drive safely in accordance with the current conditions.

Savoy, Texas Automobile Death

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Two people were killed and three injured when a Cable One pickup truck was at fault for a rear end collision.  A commercial insurance policy should be in place to compensate the victims of this tragic collision.