Four Thrown From Vehicle in Tire Blowout Accident in Dallas, TX

According to recent news reports from Dallas, Texas, four people were thrown from an SUV after a tire blowout reportedly led to an auto accident. The wreck occurred around 10 p.m. on Sunday, March 13 on westbound I-30 between First Ave. and Peak St. The driver of the SUV lost control and struck an HOV wall. Four passengers were thrown from the vehicle. One passenger has been categorized as being in critical condition. The driver was tested for possible DUI.

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While a number of issues may have contributed to this injury auto accident, the two issues mentioned in the brief news articles covering this incident can lead to vastly different parties who may ultimately bear liability for the accident. If a tire blowout occurred, a tire manufacturer or the entity responsible for maintaining the tire or installing the tire may be held civilly liable for the results of the accident. However, if the driver is found to have been driving with a BAC over the legal limit, the driver may bear liability for the wreck. Furthermore, if the driver had been over-served alcohol at a bar or restaurant prior to the wreck, a negligent bar or restaurant may also bear liability for the results of the accident. If both issues may have played a role in this accident, multiple liable parties may be held liable. In any instance, a third-party investigation may be conducted that can look into the accident and assess the liability of any involved parties so that they can be held properly accountable for their actions.

- Dallas Personal Injury Attorney Michael Grossman