Oakwood, OH (January 20, 2024) – Officers with the Oakwood Police Department were called to the scene of a two-car accident with injuries. The crash happened on Friday, January 19th around 2:00 p.m.
According to police, Michael Anthony Houser, of Dayton, was driving a 2015 Buick Lacrosse northbound on SR 48 when he tried to make a left turn onto Park Road. Houser failed to yield to an oncoming 2012 Honda Civic driven by Wendi Gabriel, of Lebanon. The two vehicles collided as Gabriel traveled southbound on Route 48. Emergency and fire crews responded to the scene to provide treatment. Gabriel suffered non-life-threatening injuries. There is no word on the nature of her injuries or her current condition. No one else was hurt in the crash. The road was partially blocked as authorities investigated at the scene. Drivers were told to avoid the area if possible.
After an investigation, police charged Houser with failing to yield while making a left turn. No further information has been released at this time.
We want to offer our thoughts and well wishes to Wendi Gabriel following this car accident in Oakwood. We hope for a full recovery.
Injury Accidents in Ohio 
If you have been the victim of a car accident in Ohio, you likely have many questions about your situation. During this time, it is normal to wonder if you will ever recover and be able to return to the life you once enjoyed. The injuries from a car accident can linger for weeks, months, and sometimes years following the accident. In order to make a recovery, it is important to have a full understanding of your legal rights.
Ohio’s traffic accident laws allow victims to obtain compensation for several different types of damages, including:
- Lost wages
- Mental and physical suffering
- Medical and prescription bills
- Loss of earning capacity
- Punitive damages in some cases
The amount of compensation to which you are entitled depends upon many factors. Too often, injured individuals make the mistake of speaking with the other driver’s insurance company prior to talking to an attorney. This can result in several key mistakes, including accepting an offer to settle your case for far less than what it is worth.
Before you talk to the insurance company, you should speak with an experienced Ohio car accident lawyer. Here at Attkisson Law Firm, we help people who have been injured at the hands of careless and reckless drivers. We know the toll that a crash can take on your life and we are here to help you obtain a full recovery. You may have a limited time to act so it is important that you contact us as soon as possible.
Our team is standing by to take your call at any time. We always provide free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. Let us help you move forward following a sudden and unexpected injury crash. To schedule your appointment with a car accident lawyer in Oakwood, please reach out to us using our online contact form or give us a call at (937) 632-1175.
Note: Our team of writers utilizes a variety of external sources to gather information to produce this post. These sources range from news outlet reports and local and state police reports to social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other relevant data concerning accidents in Dayton and throughout Ohio. While we strive for accuracy, we do not independently verify the facts surrounding these injury accidents. If you discover any inaccuracies in our reports, please inform us immediately. We are committed to correcting errors promptly. Additionally, we will consider removing a story if requested.
Disclaimer: For many years, the attorneys at Attkisson Law Firm have dedicated themselves to assisting injured accident victims and their families throughout Ohio. We want to encourage everyone to slow down and operate motor vehicles with caution. Please note this post is not an attempt to solicit business. The information provided herein should not be considered medical or legal advice. Additionally, the photograph accompanying this post was not taken at the accident scene.
