Brazoria County, TX — August 20, 2025, Lacy Haggith was injured in a car accident at about 7:20 a.m. on State Highway 35 near Old Ocean.

A preliminary accident report indicates that an eastbound 2019 Nissan Sentra collided with a 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe and a 1991 Kenworth semi-truck while changing lanes near F.M. 524.

Chevrolet driver Lacy Haggith, 40, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

The truck driver was not hurt, the report states, while the Nissan driver suffered minor injuries.

The Nissan driver was cited for speeding and changing lanes when unsafe, according to the report.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Brazoria County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Moments after a serious crash, there's often a rush to assign blame and move on. But deeper understanding rarely comes from surface-level assessments. When multiple vehicles are involved and injuries occur, it's important to ask whether every contributing factor has truly been uncovered, or if important steps may have been missed.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? It’s common for early reports to focus on citations issued at the scene, but that doesn’t always mean the full story has been told. Was a full reconstruction of the crash done? Did investigators analyze each vehicle’s movement and spacing leading up to the impact? These steps matter, especially in multi-vehicle collisions where one misstep can set off a chain reaction. Some departments have highly trained crash teams, but others may rely on quick judgments and limited tools. That kind of inconsistency can affect the accuracy of a report, and leave important questions unanswered.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Even if a driver was speeding or made an unsafe lane change, it's still worth asking whether their vehicle functioned properly. A mechanical issue — like delayed steering response, brake failure or an electronic miscue — could have played a role, especially if the driver reacted in a way that didn’t match road conditions. Without a thorough inspection of each vehicle involved, there's no way to know for sure. The older age of at least one vehicle in this crash makes this line of questioning even more important.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? The vehicles in this crash span decades, which means some might carry rich onboard data, while others may not. Did investigators retrieve information from the newer cars’ engine control modules? Was GPS, phone usage or dash cam footage reviewed? These tools can help clarify exactly when and how each vehicle moved, and whether the driver's reported actions match the digital record.

When serious injuries happen, clarity comes from asking tough questions; not just pointing to who got a ticket. Following that thread can mean the difference between partial answers and real accountability.

Key Takeaways:

• Quick citations don't always reflect a full crash investigation.
• Even clear driver errors should be cross-checked with potential mechanical problems.
• Data from modern vehicles and devices can clarify actions leading up to a crash.