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How to Recover Lost Wages After a Texas Car Accident

Car accidents have the potential to overwhelm your life. It is difficult to regain your physical and mental health while dealing with the financial stress caused by time away from work. If you were injured in a Texas car accident through no fault of your own, you may qualify to recover for lost wages due to your injuries. Texas has legal options…

New Texas Law (2023): Move Over or Slow Down

What are Move Over Laws? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Move Over Laws require the following: When a vehicle with flashing lights is stopped on or next to a roadway, drivers approaching the vehicle should: Change into a lane not immediately adjacent to the vehicle; or Slow down to a reasonable speed if unable to safely make a…

Who is Liable for a Trip and Fall on a Sidewalk in Texas?

Trips and falls can be minor or cause serious injuries. Victims of sidewalk accidents may suffer a variety of injuries including but not limited to: Broken bones and fractures; Spinal cord injuries; Neck and back injuries; Head injuries; Traumatic brain injuries; Muscle sprains and strains; and Cuts and contusions. Some of these injuries may impact an accident victim’s ability to perform daily…

Do Pedestrians Always Have The Right Of Way in Texas?

Texas has clear laws regarding pedestrian right of way on state roads and highways. However, these laws do not prevent pedestrian accidents from happening. In fact, more than 5,000 pedestrian accidents occur each year in Texas. Generally, pedestrians have the right of way in Texas. There are specific circumstances, explained in this article, where pedestrians must yield to vehicle traffic. If you…

Is Texas a No-Fault State for Car Accidents?

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries in a car accident in Texas, you probably have many questions. Damages after a car accident often include far more than just a damaged or totaled vehicle. When medical bills pile up at the same time you aren’t able to return to work, the combination of physical pain and financial stress may…

How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim?

When you file a personal injury claim you probably begin to wonder how long before you receive the compensation you so desperately need to be made whole again. Unfortunately, there is a range of factors that determine how long it may take to settle your claim and this can mean a lengthy wait to get the compensation you need and deserve.  To…

Bodily Injury Vs. Personal Injury: What’s the Difference?

When a person is injured in an accident, there are two terms that you may hear referred to in court. While they both sound similar, the usage, meaning, and context behind each word are drastically different. Knowing these differences will help you if you are in a situation where either needs to be used.  Each term is used in a different way…

What to do After a Slip and Fall Injury

A slip-and-fall injury can happen out of nowhere. All it takes is an unmopped floor, some poor lighting, or an uneven sidewalk and you find yourself with a serious injury. Worse yet, depending on where it happens, the process to get compensation for your injuries can become complicated. To help, we’re going to break down what to do after your slip and…

What Are the Types of Distracted Driving?

The Dangers of Distracted Driving Distracted driving can increase the likelihood of a serious motor vehicle crash, which can lead to serious injuries and even fatalities. In 2020, 3,142 people were killed in accidents involving distracted driving, which refers to activities that divided or divert your attention from driving. Teen and young adult drivers, specifically drivers aged 15-20 years old, are most at…

How Car Accidents Can Cause Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are caused by damage to a person’s vertebrae, ligaments, or spinal column disks or to a person’s spinal cord itself. According to the Mayo Clinic, a traumatic spinal cord injury can result from a sudden blow to your spine that can fracture, crush, or compress your vertebrae. Vehicular accidents are amongst the top causes of spinal cord injuries. According…