Lubbock County, TX — December 22, 2025, one person was injured in a single-car accident shortly before 1:00 p.m. along 98th Street.

According to authorities, a 42-year-old man was traveling in a westbound Chevrolet Traverse on 98th Street at the Avenue P intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Traverse was involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently struck a road sign. The man reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When someone is seriously hurt in a single-vehicle crash involving a road sign, the assumption is often simple error or distraction. But a collision like this—especially in daylight hours—raises broader questions about whether the investigation has dug deep enough to rule out other causes.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Single-vehicle wrecks are sometimes dismissed without a full reconstruction, but doing so risks missing the underlying cause. Investigators should have mapped out the vehicle’s path, measured any skid marks, and determined whether the driver made an attempt to steer or brake before impact. The angle of collision and final rest position of the vehicle can provide important clues. If those steps weren’t taken, we’re left guessing about what really happened.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Mechanical or electronic failures—like stuck throttles, failed power steering, or brake system malfunctions—can cause a driver to lose control in seconds. Even if the vehicle appears intact post-crash, these issues aren’t always visible without a detailed inspection. If the Chevrolet Traverse wasn’t examined for such problems, that potential cause may have gone unaddressed entirely.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Modern vehicles often store critical information like speed, throttle input, brake use, and steering direction in the seconds before a collision. That data can confirm whether the driver tried to avoid the crash, or if the vehicle didn’t respond properly. Investigators should also consider reviewing phone records and GPS data to determine whether distraction or route deviations played a role. This information is often time-sensitive and can disappear if not secured quickly.

When someone ends up seriously injured in a crash with no other vehicles involved, it’s a mistake to treat it as an open-and-shut case. A proper investigation means going beyond the obvious and making sure no contributing factor is overlooked.

Takeaways:

• Single-vehicle crashes require careful scene analysis to determine whether the driver lost control or the vehicle failed.
• A mechanical or electronic issue may have made it impossible to avoid the impact.
• Vehicle and digital data can clarify what happened in the seconds before the crash.