About 60% of wrong way wrecks are alcohol-related. And our Pearland personal injury lawyers note that between 20% and 25% are caused by unlicensed drivers. Unlicensed drivers, of which there are many in Texas, account for a large proportion of hit and run wrecks and serious and fatal injuries they cause.
On Saturday morning on CR 603 in south Liberty County, a 17-year-old unlicensed driver crashed a Ford Expedition, flashing newly purchased red and blue lights, head-on into a vehicle occupied by Liberty County Judge Craig McNair and his wife. The couple sustained serious injuries requiring a Life Flight to the hospital.
The teenager in the Ford Expedition fled the scene and was later found at home about a mile away, asleep in bed. In the meantime, a family member dropped off his 21-year-old brother, Edgar Mata, at the scene to take the blame. Edgar claimed to be responsible for the wrong-way crash after reportedly being coerced into doing so.
Edgar was charged with public intoxication and with making a false report to a peace officer. His younger brother was charged with failure to stop and render aid, lack of a driver’s license, and improper use of the flashing red and blue lights. (yourhoustonnews.com/eastex, 4/19/14)
When you or your loved ones suffer injuries in a wrong-way collisions, statistics show that the person responsible for the accident might be guilty of multiple crimes in addition to driving the wrong way. You will need experienced and aggressive legal help to get the fair compensation you deserve. Your attorney will need to be familiar with the processes of gathering strong evidence and uncovering hidden assets of the liable parties to the crash. A scenario like the one in Liberty County presents multiple challenges.
Get the Help You need for a Challenging Compensation Claim against a Wrong Way Driver
Contact the Texas Board Certified Pearland personal injury attorneys at Denena Points, PC. With more than 12 years of experience with complex personal injury and wrong death cases under our belt, we know how to conquer the challenges of a difficult case and help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your needless injuries.
There’s no excuse for wrecks like the one that occurred in Liberty County on Saturday. Hold the driver and his accomplices financially accountable for their crimes. Contact us at 713-807-9500 or reach us through our online contact form to schedule a free, no obligation initial legal consultation. We could help answer your questions after a serious injury accident and evaluate your potential eligibility for a fair financial recovery.