Woman Ran Over by her Own Car
A woman who was involved in an accident was hit and killed by another driver after she left her wrecked vehicle on the North Loop Freeway. Witnesses to the accident that happened around 2:20 a.m. say that that the woman had been traveling westbound on loop 610 when she lost control and slammed into a barricade. She then got out of the car and stepped into the freeway. In spite of other drivers attempting convince the woman that it was too dangerous for her to be out on the busy highway, a Chevy Impala hit the disabled vehicle into the woman, causing her to be run over by her own car. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the Houston Police Department, the accident is still under investigation. Authorities have not yet determined whether alcohol played any role in the accident. Traffic on freeways, highways and interstates tend to move very fast it is extremely dangerous for any motorist who finds themselves stranded on such high speed roadways. In the state of Texas, it is illegal in the state of Texas for pedestrians to be on such high-speed motorways. If you are in a situation where your vehicle has broken down or has had an accident while in the middle of traffic, if you are able, call 911 and put on your emergency flashers so that other drivers are able to see your vehicle and can adjust to avoid you. If you or a loved one have been involved in any kind of accident, having an experienced attorney on your side is important. Our attorneys have years of experience in the Houston courts with accidents and freeway collisions. Even in the best of scenarios, recovery from an accident can be both lengthy and expensive. With the high price of medical expenses, time off of work, damages, pain and suffering, and the tragedy of funeral costs, expenses can mount up quickly. Give our offices a call for your free initial consultation and legal analysis. We will discuss the details of your case with you and will offer suggestions on how to best proceed in your personal situation. Call us today.