Conroe, TX - Child Critically Hurt in Head-on Crash on FM 1484 Rd

Conroe, TX (April 19, 2024) - A young child is dealing with critical injuries after a head-on collision in the Conroe area on Wednesday, April 17. The crash was reported on Farm to Market Road 1484 near Heritage Road in Montgomery County late that night around 10 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render the necessary aid. 

Local reports revealed that two vehicles collided at the scene. A four-year-old passenger in the other vehicle sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of that car was also injured. The other motorist was charged by officials for driving while intoxicated and is currently facing charges related to the crash. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Head-on Crashes in Texas

Certain kinds of auto accidents have a higher risk of leaving victims with serious or even fatal injuries. Because of the extreme intensity of the impact, head-on car crashes can result in catastrophic injuries and other damages. these collisions account for around 2 percent of car accidents nationwide, according to the most recent crash statistics, yet they nevertheless cause more than 10 percent of fatalities every year. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reports that the fatality rate from head-on crashes is about 56 percent, much higher than other types of crashes. Life can be very hard after a head-on collision, so it is important that you take the appropriate steps to safeguard your legal rights by working with a trained lawyer. 

Nobody ever plans to get into a catastrophic vehicle accident. Unfortunately, a large number of Texans get hurt in car accidents every year. Your recovery is important, and the steps you take after the crash can have an impact on the rest of your life. It can be very difficult to pursue a claim for compensation on your own, and if you attempt to represent yourself, you might not be able to handle any problems that come up during the claim process. In order to optimize your recovery, you should collaborate with a skilled personal injury attorney who is ready to manage your case from start to finish. 

A skilled Conroe car crash lawyer can help maximize your ultimate settlement if you or someone close to you is hurt by a reckless driver. The steps you take after a car accident are important, and you should leave no stone unturned in your pursuit of justice. The talented legal team at Rasanky Law Firm has a proven track record of success in handling personal injury claims, and we want to do everything to help you make a full recovery. If you are ready to get to work on your case, contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100.