Double Auto-Pedestrian Crash on San Jacinto Street Led to Injuries [Austin, TX]

Austin, TX (October 23, 2023) On Sunday evening, a person and a dog suffered injuries after an auto-pedestrian crash on San Jacinto Street.

According to the Austin-Travis County EMS, the traffic crash happened on E 8th Street at around 10:45 p.m.

Reports say that a car struck a person and a dog, moreover, at least 2 other people bitten by the dog.

Medics rushed the person hit by the car to Dell Seton with potentially serious injuries. It was not revealed if the dog suffered serious injuries.

Authorities are investigating the taffc crash and have not released additional information at this time.

Prevent Traffic Accidents Similar To The Auto-Pedestrian Crash on San Jacinto Street

Avoid distractions. Did you know that distracted driving includes more than using your phone? Your eyes should be on the road at all times.

Anything that takes your eyes off the road like eating, getting something from your bag, interacting with passengers, applying makeup, shaving, etc are all types of distracted driving.

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What Can Happen After an Injury Crash?

Serious accident cases like the auto-pedestrian crash on San Jacinto Street may call for a separate investigation.

Furthermore, a lawyer will make sure victims are not cheated of the proper compensation they are owed.

“We can secure evidence in your favor, request additional information, get vital eyewitness accounts, and review insurance coverage you are entitled to that may not be common knowledge,” says Mark Sweet, an award-winning attorney at Sweet Lawyers.

Call Sweet Lawyers

If you’re looking for a trusted traffic crash attorney, turn to Sweet Lawyers. We have over 40 years of experience in the legal field, and we will fight to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve.

Sweet Lawyer attorneys and experienced professional legal teams have dealt with cases including auto accidents.

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