Beaumont, TX — Eight people were hospitalized in an accident that took place in Beaumont, Texas, on Sunday, February 15, 2015. The accident happened on Interstate 10, near the intersection with Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, around 11:40 at night.
Police are still investigating the accident, and so don’t know exactly how it was caused. The accident included several vehicles, at least one of which was an 18-wheeler. The collision caused at least two vehicles to catch fire, and the driver of one of the vehicles involved had to be extricated from their vehicle before being taken to a local hospital.
Seven other people were hospitalized as a result of the accident. The names of those involved were not released, and there’s been no information given on the extent of their injuries.
The investigation into the crash continues.
Scene of the Accident
Commentary
Accidents like this can be a little tricky because so many people are involved, and many of them are going to be pointing the finger at each other in regards to who’s responsible for the damage. It’s important to remember this little known fact that applies after any car accident: Legally, no one is obligated to makes things right with a victim after an accident takes place. They’re not obligated to cover medical bills or any damage done to an automobile. Insurance companies know this, and are more than willing to take advantage of the confusion that an accident like this will cause. It’s important for those involved in these accidents to educate themselves on how they’re handled, because insurance companies have no qualms about taking advantage of someone who’s in unfamiliar waters.
— Grossman Law Offices
