Bastrop County, TX — July 1, 2025, Kasey Brown and one other were injured after an alleged drunk driver accident at around 9:25 p.m. along FM 20.
According to initial details about the accident, it happened a few miles southwest of Bastrop.
Investigators said that 24-year-old Kasey Brown was in a Chevy Equinox going southbound on FM 20. A Dodge Ram pickup was reportedly going the opposite direction when it crashed with the Chevy. Both Kasey Brown and the Dodge driver reportedly had serious injuries due to the accident.
Authorities allege that the Dodge driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time, and they recommended charges, including intoxication assault.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When I read about incidents like this, what stands out to me isn’t just what happened, but what’s missing from the conversation: how someone alleged to be impaired was able to get behind the wheel in the first place.
If alcohol did play a role in this crash—as authorities suspect—it’s fair to ask whether this driver had been drinking at a private gathering, or whether a bar, restaurant, or other provider served them. And if it was the latter, did anyone notice signs of visible intoxication before handing over that last drink?
That’s the kind of question dram shop law is built to answer. In Texas, establishments that serve alcohol have a legal duty not to over-serve customers who are clearly intoxicated. When that duty is ignored and someone is seriously hurt as a result, the law allows not only the alleged drunk driver but also the negligent alcohol provider to be held accountable.
Cases like this show why confirming intoxication and tracing its source matter so much. It’s not about assigning blame for its own sake—it’s about identifying every contributing factor, so that those harmed aren’t left searching for answers alone.
Key takeaways:
- If alcohol was involved, investigators should determine where it was served—and whether the provider acted responsibly.
- Dram shop claims can offer a path to accountability when a bar or restaurant over-serves an impaired patron.
- Typical investigations might overlook where alcohol came from, which means more thorough investigations may be required.
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