Dallas, TX — May 16, 2025, Catherine Gibson was injured in a car accident at about 12:40 p.m. on Hillcrest Road at Midbury Drive.

A preliminary accident report indicates that an eastbound Ford F-250 and a northbound 2022 Mercedes-Benz GL collided at the intersection.

Mercedes driver Catherine Gibson, 45, suffered serious injuries in the crash, according to the report.

The man driving the Ford was not injured, the report states.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Dallas County crash.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After any serious crash, it's natural to look for clarity in the aftermath, but clarity doesn't come automatically. It requires asking the right questions, especially when people are seriously hurt and the surface facts don’t tell the whole story.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?

In busy urban areas like Dallas, police departments juggle numerous responsibilities, and crash investigations sometimes get shortchanged. That’s concerning in cases like this, where the nature of the intersection and the angle of impact could raise questions about driver behavior and timing. Did officers reconstruct the scene using tools like laser mapping? Was vehicle path analysis done to determine speed or lane positioning? It's not uncommon for reports to be based solely on officer observation and driver statements, which leaves a lot of room for error if deeper investigative steps weren’t taken.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?

When two modern vehicles collide in broad daylight, it’s fair to ask if something mechanical failed. Sudden braking issues, steering malfunctions or faulty sensors could easily go unnoticed unless both vehicles are properly inspected. Especially with newer models, software issues or electronic glitches might not leave physical evidence, just trouble codes in onboard systems. If that kind of inspection hasn’t happened, there's still an unanswered question on the table.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?

A modern Mercedes-Benz can store a wealth of data: speed, braking force, throttle input, even GPS location at the time of the crash. The same goes for F-series trucks, which often carry diagnostic and driving history logs. Add in traffic cameras or nearby business surveillance footage, and you’ve got the potential for a complete timeline. But that data only helps if someone preserves it early, before it’s deleted or overwritten. If no one has locked that information down, a key source of truth could already be gone.

Taking a surface-level look at a crash might seem sufficient, but the truth often hides beneath what’s immediately visible. Asking these deeper questions isn't just about thoroughness; it's about making sure real accountability doesn't slip through the cracks.

3 Key Takeaways:

• Crash investigations vary in depth; thorough scene reconstruction is not guaranteed.
• Mechanical issues and electronic failures may cause accidents and need to be ruled out.
• Critical crash data from vehicles and traffic systems must be secured early to preserve evidence.