With the quickly rising popularity of ridesharing services, more people than ever are relying on these options for getting somewhere fast. However, Lyft cars are not subject to the same stringent regulations of standard taxis, which means drivers may not have the same caliber of training. Even with a safe…
The current national focus on the opioid crisis in the United States is being reflected in the state of Texas, as the number of accidents involving intoxicated drivers using opioids is on the increase. While there are multiple issues associated with this complicated problem, it is still a fact that…
When you are severely injured in an auto accident your injuries may prevent you from performing the duties of your job. If you are not at your job working, you may not be receiving a paycheck, due to the negligence of the other party involved in your auto accident. Even…
Airbags are designed to help save lives. They are designed to reduce the impact of a car accident. Many people are here today because an airbag deployed in time when they were involved in a car accident. However, there have been many cases where airbags have caused more harm than…
The do-it-yourself spirit is common among Texans and for good reason. There is nothing more satisfying than saving hundreds or maybe even thousands of dollars by performing home or auto repair duties on your own. Some duties are more complicated to perform on your own, however. And though it may…
Myths surround what can be expected after a car accident. One of the most egregious is that doctors can “be creative” in their findings so that accident victims receive a larger settlement. While it is important to see a doctor immediately after a car accident, the purpose is not to…
After a car accident, the driver who was negligent is responsible for the damages, and their insurance company pays for the other driver’s car repair bills and medical expenses. Determining which driver was at fault isn’t always cut and dry, though. The insurance companies and drivers involved may disagree on…
It is difficult for people who have recently been in a car accident to start planning for the events which will determine their financial liability, potential civil liability and the status of their vehicle, license and insurance premiums. What makes such planning doubly difficult is all of those things might…
Overloaded or overweight trucks continue to be a major cause of traffic fatalities throughout the United States. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which assembles statistics related to vehicles and safety, overloaded trucks continue to be a leading reason for traffic accidents. The truck may be completely…
Car Accident Attorneys are Helping Rear-end Accident Victims? If you were involved in a rear-end accident the likelihood that you sustained whiplash injuries is relatively high. These types of injuries generally require medical attention and rehabilitation, you may even be out of work for a substantial amount of time. All…
