Montgomery County, TX — January 6, 2025, William Mattern and Estela Mattern were injured in an alleged drunk driver accident at around 12:32 a.m. on Highway 242.
Preliminary statements indicate that the crash happened in the area of the College Park Drive and I-45 intersection.
Officials say that William Mattern and Estela Mattern were in a GMC Sierra. A 25-year-old man was in a Kia Rio. Authorities allege that the Kia Rio driver was under the influence of alcohol, and the vehicles collided.
As a result of the crash, William Mattern was seriously injured while Estela Mattern had reportedly minor injuries. Right now, no further information about the accident is available.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When alcohol is suspected in a crash like this, it’s important to look beyond the actions of the alleged drunk driver and ask how the situation came to be. Specifically, was the driver over-served at a bar, restaurant, or another establishment before getting behind the wheel?
Under Texas dram shop laws, alcohol providers have a legal obligation to stop serving someone who is obviously intoxicated. If an establishment ignored this responsibility and continued to serve alcohol, they may share accountability for the crash. Investigating where the driver obtained alcohol is a crucial step in determining whether an alcohol provider contributed to the incident.
These laws exist to encourage responsible alcohol service and protect the public from preventable harm. When investigations uncover violations, holding alcohol providers accountable helps ensure safer practices and reduces the risk of similar crashes in the future.
Getting answers about the source of alcohol is essential to addressing the full scope of responsibility in crashes like this. Accountability not only helps injured parties but also plays a vital role in improving public safety for everyone on the road.
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