Dallas, TX (March 4, 2026) — Emergency responders were called to a serious two-vehicle collision on Monday afternoon, March 2, on West Wheatland Road, just south of Interstate 20. 

The crash was described as a T-bone collision, which resulted in major damage to both vehicles. One of the drivers sustained a broken leg in the impact and was provided immediate medical attention. The injured individual was subsequently transported to a local hospital for further treatment. 

Local authorities are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

We hope that the injured driver makes a full and timely recovery.

What to Do After a T-Bone Accident in Texas

Texas is an "at-fault" state, meaning the driver who caused the T-bone collision is responsible for all damages. Because these crashes often involve a dispute over who had the green light or right-of-way, securing the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3) is the single most important step. For a serious injury like a broken leg, you have the right to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and physical pain.

T-bone accidents at intersections often turn into a dispute over who had the right of way. In Texas, insurance companies look at physical evidence to break the tie: the point of impact on the vehicles, the timing of traffic signals, and witness statements. Because a broken leg is a significant injury, the Dallas Police likely conducted a thorough scene investigation. Their findings in the official report will be the foundation for determining who is liable for the medical costs.

In Texas, a broken leg is considered a serious injury. Your legal rights may include recovery for Economic Damages like hospital bills, surgery, and physical therapy, and Non-Economic Damages such as the physical pain and emotional trauma of the injury. Since a broken leg often prevents you from working for weeks or months, you are also entitled to "lost wages" for the time you are unable to earn an income.

Texas follows the 51% Bar Rule. You can recover money even if you were partially at fault for the accident, as long as your share of the blame is 50% or less. For example, if a jury finds you were 10% responsible because you were slightly speeding, your total payout will be reduced by 10%. However, if you are found to be 51% or more at fault, you lose the right to any compensation from the other driver.

In major collisions, the at-fault driver's insurance may not have enough coverage to pay for a hospital stay and surgery for a broken leg. If their policy is "exhausted," you have the right to turn to your own Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage. This is a critical safety net in Texas that pays for your remaining medical bills when the person who hit you doesn't have enough insurance to cover the full extent of your injuries.

Our team at Maggio Injury Law knows that identifying the full scope of available damages is a detailed process that considers both immediate needs and long-term changes to your quality of life.

We can help you navigate these categories to ensure all losses and injuries are accounted for. Learn more about your options: contact Maggio Injury Law at 214-466-7770 today for a free case consultation.

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