Car Crash 5.5.22 (Part 2)

Impact area

When I first obtained legal counsel, I was advised not to discuss the case with anyone. However, after 316 days, I still haven't received any closure. I have requested police reports from the US Park Police, toxicology reports, and information on whether any charges have been brought against the other driver, but all I receive is that the case is still under investigation. I have been unable to get the officer's name in charge of the case. My lawyer believes that no charges may have been brought because I have not been asked for my statement, nor been called as a witness. We’ve even conducted background investigations and have not been able to obtain any information regarding the other driver.

I have been working diligently to get information on my case. I frequently contact the US Park Police, I have written my delegates, and filed FOIA’s. Unfortunately, my delegates have not been able to offer assistance, and the only two things I have are an incident report and a crash report. Only one of these reports mentions that the other driver was suspected of drunk driving or being on drugs.

This incident has required healing beyond just mind and body. I have had to focus on re-adjusting my spirit, personality, beliefs, and sense of self. With progress made in healing, I continue to work hard to recover. There have been setbacks, including crippling migraines, intense insomnia, physically limited movement due to back pain, along with PTSD, forgetfulness, and struggling with vocabulary. These impairments have classified me as disabled, thus hindering me from working and obtaining a full time role. I am working on “hardening” skills, which are required after a brain injury, and I am hopefult hat the opportunities I have applied for will come to fruition in the coming months.

I have multiple doctors as part of my care team, and each have confirmed that I am going to require multiple surgeries in my future on my spine and chest. Unfortunately, I don't have the money to pay for them. Even with stacking my auto insurance, which barely covers my medical treatments to date, there will not be enough funds for surgery.

I think often about things that could have changed the outcome of this situation. A raised median and street lighting could have prevented or lessened the impact. However, with no information from the US Park Police and no sign of a toxicology report in a suspected drunk driving case, I am left with few options to pursue action from the federal government.

I am running out of options, and I am calling on my Circle for help. It feels like a true injustice that a drunk driver can recklessly injure another and not face any reprucussion. When I was in that car and hospital, I was terrified that I would not get the chance to meet my son, Hart. I did not expect to live through the night. The feelings of anger, frustration, disappointment, and powerlessness have been a lot to process. If anyone has any connections, numbers I can call, or counsel to offer, please assist. I am calling on my network for help.

I have learned a long time ago how much I hate to feel powerless in the face of injustice. As I continue my healing journey, I will count my blessings and be grateful for my loved ones. I will work hard to stay positive and pour love back into this world. I will find the connections that make this life altering event sensible.