San Antonio, TX (October 11, 2021) – A driver’s inattention led to a collision in the San Antonio area that sent two people to area hospitals with injuries. At around 6:55 p.m., on October 6, the police, firefighters, and EMS responded to the scene of a crash on West Rhapsody Drive.

Reports from local authorities show that a red 2021 Hyundai and a brown 2018 Mitsubishi were involved in an accident on West Rhapsody Drive during the evening hours.

The incident resulted in injuries. A 62-year-old male and a 36-year-old female were both transported to local hospitals for emergency medical care.

At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with those harmed in this accident. We hope for their fast and full recovery.

Car Accidents in San Antonio, Texas

According to statistics, more than 205,000 victims were hurt in motor vehicle accidents in the state of Texas. Many crashes in our state take place due to drivers who speed, fail to yield the right of way and engage in other negligent actions while operating their vehicles.

Although no two crashes are alike, there are many instances where people involved suffer similar injuries that require extensive medical care. Some of the most common injuries sustained by motor vehicle collision victims include:

  • Back injuries
  • Broken bones
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Soft tissue (neck) injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Burn injuries

These and other injuries often require immediate medical care. In some cases, those harmed have to go through long-term care.

If you have been negatively impacted by a drunk driver, a distracted motorist, or a driver engaging in reckless actions while operating their vehicle, you must take quick legal action to ensure you are able to recover. After you leave the hospital, you should reach out to a car accident attorney in San Antonio who can help you recover the compensation you need for these and other expenses you face moving forward. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your crash, you may be able to recover compensation to help alleviate some of the costs you face as you move along in your recovery.

San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers

Our San Antonio personal injury attorneys remained committed to helping victims get the justice they deserve after being injured in accidents. The Packard family has a longstanding commitment to providing victims injured in accidents with legal guidance they can trust and depend on. Nearly 50-years ago, the firm was established with a commitment toward serving the people in San Antonio and surrounding communities.

We strive to help each client we work with obtain the outcome they expect for their legal claims so they can cover the financial burdens they face moving forward. It is crucial that injured parties are able to get the compensation they deserve, and our team is committed to helping them to do so. If you have been injured in a car accident, contact our Texas personal injury lawyers as soon as possible to see how we can help you. Our team can be reached by calling 210-340-8877 at your earliest convenience to schedule a free case evaluation.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of these news posts. These sources can include local news reports, local police accident reports, Texas Highway Patrol accident reports, social media platforms, and at times, eyewitness accounts about accidents that are reported. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident so if you find any information that is not correct, please let us know right away so that we can correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. The post can be removed by request. 

Disclaimer: We hope our readers will be reminded to slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being injured in a serious accident. This is not a solicitation for business. The information provided in this post does not constitute legal or medical advice. The photograph in this post was not taken at the accident scene.