Category Archives: Car Accidents
Texas’ Newest Distracted Driving Laws
As distracted driving problems continue to grow, more states are beginning to realize that distracted driving is everyone’s responsibility. Many states, such as Texas, have had anti-texting laws in place for a few years now. However, these laws have done…
What to Do When You’ve Totaled Your Car in Texas
In Texas, a car is declared a total loss if the repair costs equal or exceed 100% of its Actual Cash Value (ACV), though some policies set this threshold at 70% to 80%. Insurance companies calculate ACV by subtracting depreciation…
Pain and Suffering: A Full Post-Accident Breakdown
There are many damages that you may recover when pursuing an injury claim following your accident. While it is widely known that accident victims may pursue compensation for their medical bills and property damage, many aren’t aware that they may…
How to Prepare for Your Consultation With an Accident Attorney
Working with an attorney may be the last thing you think you have time for following an accident. From dealing with medical bills to having conversations with insurance adjusters, the thought of working with an attorney may seem like additional…
What Legal Costs Can I Pursue in a Car Accident Case?
Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning that injured plaintiffs will not need to pay any money up front for their services, nor will they have to pay any money until — and only if —…
Car Accidents and Burn Injuries
It’s not uncommon to suffer a severe burn injury following a car accident, especially if you’re exposed to chemicals, open flames, or electrical trouble from the crash. The severity of the burns sustained from car accidents ranges from mild to…
Who’s at Fault for an Auto Accident?
Many factors come into play when determining who is at fault for an auto accident. It’s vital to recognize the potential parties you may hold accountable, but you should also understand how Texas laws determine negligence. Steps to Take Following…
2 Killed, 1 Injured in Texas Accident
Two people were killed and another was injured in a head-on collision in Dallas on Feb. 14. Police continue to investigate the accident. According to police, the fatal car accident occurred around 6:45 a.m. on the 11300 block of Northwest…
Fiery RV Crash Kills Teen and 2 Retirees in Texas
About 5 miles north of Tahoka, Texas on U.S. Highway 87, an SUV driven by a 19-year-old woman hit a truck and then crossed the median into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with an RV, said a Department of Public…
