A collision between a sedan and a school bus occurred Thursday afternoon at the intersection of FM 725 and the Interstate 10 access road in Seguin, Texas. According to Seguin Police Department Lt. Cobey Crow, the incident took place around 4:15 p.m. when a local driver attempted to avoid another vehicle by making an evasive maneuver, resulting in a head-on impact with the left front of a Seguin Independent School District bus. While the sedan's driver sustained a minor hand injury and declined medical transport, none of the students aboard the bus or the bus driver were injured. Emergency services, including police and EMS, responded promptly to the scene. Students were safely transferred to another bus to complete their route home, and school officials ensured all parents were notified of the incident. Police are continuing their investigation, though no charges have been filed.

Location and Infrastructure

The intersection of FM 725 and the Interstate 10 access road serves as a crucial junction in Seguin, a city located approximately 35 miles northeast of San Antonio. This intersection experiences significant daily traffic as it connects local farm-to-market traffic with I-10, one of Texas's major east-west corridors. The access road typically accommodates both local traffic and vehicles entering or exiting the interstate, creating potential conflict points where vehicles must navigate multiple traffic flows. The area is particularly busy during school transportation hours, as it falls within the Seguin Independent School District's service area.

Legal Rights and Considerations

Under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 545, drivers have a duty to exercise due care and take proper precautions to avoid collisions. In school bus-related incidents, Texas law provides enhanced protection for student passengers and may affect liability considerations. Parties involved in such accidents typically have two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury claim under Texas's statute of limitations. Potential compensation may cover medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and other damages. Insurance claims may involve multiple parties, including personal auto insurance, school district coverage, and potentially uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. An experienced Seguin personal injury lawyer will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

Related Resources

• Seguin Police Department: (830) 379-2123
• Seguin Independent School District Transportation Department: (830) 401-8699
• Guadalupe County Emergency Management: (830) 379-9850
• Texas Department of Public Safety - Driver Resources: www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license
• Texas Department of Transportation - Safety Resources: www.txdot.gov/safety
• Texas School Bus Safety Program: www.txdps.state.tx.us/schoolbus
• Texas Legal Aid - Accident Resources: www.texaslawhelp.org
• Texas Department of Insurance - Consumer Protection: www.tdi.texas.gov