Richard Colburn Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Martin Luther King Drive in Orange
Orange, TX. (October 28, 2021)- 75-year-old Richard Colburn was killed in a two-vehicle crash on October 27, 2021, in Orange, Texas. The accident occurred shortly before 5:30 p.m. in the 7600 block of MLK Drive. Police reported that Colburn was driving a 2009 Chevrolet pickup truck when he was T-boned by a 2005 Ford SUV. Colburn was airlifted to ST. Elizabeth Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Ford was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. No further details have been provided at this time. The crash remains under investigation.
We send our sincerest condolences to the family of Richard Colburn. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Car Accident in Texas
Every year, almost two million accidents are caused by vehicles rear-ending each other throughout the country. These types of accidents may result from speed, drunk driving, aggressive driving, and fatigued driving. Other times these accidents result from faulty brakes.
No matter the cause, usually the driver responsible for rear-ending another vehicle is held liable. Those who sustain injuries in rear-end accidents can file personal injury lawsuits if they were not at fault.
However, there are some instances where other contributing factors are responsible for causing drivers to rear-end other vehicles. In these matters, a personal injury lawyer is required to help prove one’s case.
At Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers, we tailor our services to help those who have been injured in car accidents they did not cause. We have successfully assisted thousands of clients with their lawsuits and helped them recover large settlement funds to pay for damages. If you or someone you love was hurt in a car accident, contact our office today to set up a free consultation at (214) 777-7777.
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Disclaimer: The intent of this post is to provide general information to our readers and to help improve the safety and quality of life for those who live in our state. At Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers, we intend to honor those who are victimized in accidents across Texas. We aim to provide up to date information to the public surrounding these incidents in hopes of helping others avoid becoming victims themselves. If anyone is involved in an accident we would like to make sure they know how to respond, should a tragedy occur. Information in this post, should not be considered legal or medical advice. You should seek further assistance from a legal or medical professional if you or a loved one is a victim in an accident. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.