Texas tractor trailer accident sends woman, baby to hospitalby Wanda Derllump, December 19th, 2011  A west Texas accident has left one woman and her baby in the hospital after the vehicle in which they were traveling allegedly collided with a tractor trailer, My West Texas reports. According to the news source, the accident occurred near the intersection of FM 1788 and West Interstate 20 on Sunday, December 18, shortly before 5 p.m. Records indicate Amanda Allen, 24, was driving a gray Ford Focus when she allegedly collided with a tractor trailer operated by 67-year-old Edwin Isbell. Officials stated Isbell was attempting to turn east while traveling on southbound FM 1788, and allegedly ran into Allen's vehicle. Allen and her son were then taken to Midland Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries, and were later listed in stable condition. It appears all involved parties were wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash. Troopers told the media outlet that the investigation of the crash is still ongoing. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, large-truck crashes killed 2,551 non-truck occupants across the country in 2009. Those who have been injured in such an event may want to contact a truck accident lawyer. All content on Accidents.com is for informational purposes only and is NOT intended as legal or medical advice. Please seek advice from a professional on any related topics.
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