Lubbock, TX — August 6, 2025, Orlando Garza was injured in a car accident at about 9:30 p.m. near the intersection of 56th Street and Slide Road.

Authorities said a motorcycle was heading north on Slide Road when it collided with an SUV that was turning left of out a parking lot.

Motorcyclist Orlando Garza, 40, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

No other injuries were reported.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After any major crash, especially those involving motorcycles, people are often left wondering whether everything that could have prevented it was done, or even looked at. These aren’t just questions about fault; they’re questions about effort, evidence and truth. The answers don’t come easy, and too often, they don’t come at all.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Intersections are already tricky, but throw in a left-turning SUV and a through-traveling motorcycle, and the dynamics get complex fast. To sort it out, investigators need more than just a look at skid marks and vehicle positions. Did they laser map the scene? Reconstruct vehicle speeds and angles of impact? Interview independent witnesses? Without those steps, key facts might stay buried. That’s particularly troubling in motorcycle cases where riders are at greater risk, yet often get the least benefit of the doubt. A rushed or basic scene review won’t cut it.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? It’s not uncommon for left-turn crashes to stem from timing or judgment errors, but it’s worth asking: what if the SUV’s sensors didn’t detect the motorcycle? Or what if brake components on either vehicle weren’t functioning correctly? Mechanical inspections could shed light on things no one sees just by looking at the damage. That step’s often skipped, especially when there’s a clear surface-level narrative. But skipping it means risking a wrong conclusion.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? These days, there’s more to go on than memory or accident scene photos. Engine control modules can show when brakes were applied, how fast the SUV pulled out or whether the motorcycle made any evasive moves. Phones, dashcams and nearby surveillance cameras could fill in blind spots in the timeline. It matters whether anyone pulled that information, and whether they knew to look for it in the first place.

When a crash leaves someone seriously hurt, digging deeper isn't just a matter of thoroughness. It's a matter of respect for the truth. Every piece of missed evidence is a missed opportunity to understand what really happened.

Key Takeaways:

• Not all crash investigations go deep enough to reveal what truly happened.
• Mechanical failures can play a role, even when the story looks simple on the surface.
• Phones, cameras, and car data can offer answers, but only if someone goes after them.