MISSION — Two women escaped injury in an August 12 car-train collision in Mission. The crash happened at about 5:56 p.m. at the intersection of Shary Road and US Business Highway 83, according to the Mission police and fire departments.
Police told ValleyCentral that two women were traveling in a SUV when it “experienced mechanical issues” and stalled on the railroad tracks.
The two women were able to exit the vehicle before the train collided with it, according to the report. The intersection was briefly closed as authorities cleared the accident site.
Medical examinations following auto accidents
The J. Gonzalez law Firm advises medical examinations for anyone who is involved in a crash. The reason is that many crash victims can be injured without even knowing it. Here are just a few of the injuries that might not be apparent in the immediate aftermath of an accident:
· Whiplash
· Internal bleeding
· Spinal injury
The effects of these injuries can be easily overlooked when symptoms are not immediately present, so it’s best to have a doctor conduct an examination.
Consequences
Injuries can worsen over time. Delaying treatment can increase the time it takes to recover and it could lead to long-term effects that might have been avoided had the injury been treated in its early stages. This can affect a person’s quality of life over an extended period of time.
Injuries must be documented after a crash in order to receive compensation. An insurance company might refuse a claim when a victim waits until symptoms appear. It is easier to verify that a victim’s injuries were due to a specific accident if they are documented right away.
Contact J. Gonzalez when you are involved in a Texas car accident
Injuries after a car crash can be life-changing, but the victim’s response time can make a huge difference in the amount of compensation that is awarded.
The experienced personal injury attorneys at the J. Gonzalez Law Firm can provide a comprehensive evaluation of your case, even if you refused an initial medical exam. You can reach out to us via this website, or you can schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-CAR-CRASH.
Source: https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-fd-on-the-scene-of-train-collision/
