Common Mistakes People Make After an Accident
Car accidents never happen at convenient times. Rarely is anyone prepared with a checklist of things to do immediately after an accident. Unfortunately, that means people often make mistakes that can impact their ability to receive full restitution for the accident when the crash was someone else’s fault. Here are common mistakes that happen after…
Read MoreHow to Read an Accident Report
If you were involved in a car accident in Texas, the investigating officer will complete a detailed and very important report called the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report (Form CR-3). This report contains a trove of information about your accident. It is a key piece of evidence that insurance companies and lawyers use to determine…
Read MoreFive Ways to Prevent a Car Accident
Accidents happen. Anyone can find themselves involved in a collision with another motor vehicle, pedestrian, bicyclist, or motorcyclist. You could cross paths with a careless driver and suffer injuries if you can’t get out of their way. It might seem like preventing a car crash is nearly impossible. However, there are some tips you can…
Read MoreHow to Measure Shared Fault in a Car Accident
If you were involved in a car accident someone else caused, you could pursue compensation. However, if you file a lawsuit and the jury determines your actions contributed to the crash, they could reduce your financial award by your percentage of shared fault. Even if you know another driver was speeding or otherwise behaving negligently,…
Read MoreDo I Have a Personal Injury Case?
Determining whether you have a personal injury case to pursue depends on a range of contributing factors. You might have sustained an injury and want to seek the compensation you need to pay for your medical treatment and other expenses. If you think someone else is at fault for the accident, you should immediately hire…
Read MorePersonal Injury Case -What Is the Discovery Phase?
One of the most important parts of a personal injury lawsuit involves the discovery phase. If you have never been involved in a lawsuit before, you may not know what the discovery phase of a lawsuit involves. However, if you have a personal injury case that is headed to court, you should familiarize yourself with…
Read MoreFive Tips for Safe Travel During the Holidays
The approach of the holiday season means more frequent gatherings of friends and families. Oftentimes, people travel great distances to be with those they love, which increases the number of vehicles on interstates and highways. With busier roads comes a heightened risk for motor vehicle accidents. While accidents around the holidays are certainly common, they’re…
Read MoreHow Do Helmet Laws Impact Fault in a Bicycle Accident?
For many people, bicycles are a fantastic mode of transportation. They’re practical, they’re good for the environment, and they allow those who use them to exercise on a regular basis. While bicycles have many benefits, they are not without risk. Each year, hundreds of Texans are injured in bicycle accidents, with more serious injuries occurring…
Read MoreHow Will The Coronavirus Impact My Personal Injury Case?
With the national spread of COVID-19 still on the rise, chances are that protective government measures have significantly impacted your personal life—including your ability to resolve your personal injury claim. On Tuesday, March 27th, a stay at home order was issued for the Golden Triangle. This measure among, other things, restricted access to the Courthouse,…
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