Category: Personal injury

  • Will Red-Light Cameras Survive in Texas?

    Will Red-Light Cameras Survive in Texas?

    If you’ve seen someone run a red light in Texas, you may have observed a quick flash of light as they passed through the intersection. And if you’ve run a red light yourself, you may have received the eventual result of that flash: a hefty ticket in the mail. Red-light cameras punish drivers who barrel…

  • The Dangers of San Antonio Pedestrian Crossings: What You Need to Know

    The Dangers of San Antonio Pedestrian Crossings: What You Need to Know

    In 2016, San Antonio drivers caused crashes that injured almost 800 pedestrians. And as residents and tourists increasingly travel by foot in our city, this number could significantly increase. Keep reading to learn more about San Antonio car-pedestrian accidents, including how you can protect yourself and what you can do if you’ve been injured.

  • Texas Leads the U.S. in Fatal Motorcycle Accidents: Protect Yourself

    Texas Leads the U.S. in Fatal Motorcycle Accidents: Protect Yourself

    They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and that includes our love for motorcycles. In 2017 alone, state government statistics showed more than 386,938 bikes registered in Texas — the sixth-highest total in the country. But Texas also leads the way in a much less desirable metric: our state generally ranks either first or second in the…

  • When Should I Agree to a Structured Settlement?

    When Should I Agree to a Structured Settlement?

    If you’ve ever watched television late at night, you’ve probably seen commercials from companies that buy structured settlements. While these ads make it sound like a structured settlement is a burden that you need to get rid of, many accident victims actually benefit from structured settlements. If you don’t understand what a structured settlement is,…

  • Can a Car Accident Cause PTSD?

    Can a Car Accident Cause PTSD?

    After a car wreck, the emotional impact can be just as bad as the physical injuries—or worse. Unfortunately, many car accident victims struggle with undiagnosed and untreated post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Below, we explain how to identify PTSD, its impact on your claims, and how Crosley Law Firm helps PTSD victims recover from a car…

  • What Should You Do if You Are Injured Riding Public Transportation in San Antonio?

    What Should You Do if You Are Injured Riding Public Transportation in San Antonio?

    As more and more people rely on public transportation, the number of bus crashes is likely to increase. Unlike most vehicle wreck injury claims, public transportation and bus injury cases involve a strict set of procedural rules. If you don’t carefully follow these rules, you might lose your right to compensation. Learn how to avoid…

  • How to Protect Your Personal Injury Settlement During a Divorce

    How to Protect Your Personal Injury Settlement During a Divorce

    During a divorce, your spouse might try to claim some or part of your personal injury settlement or award. However, not all personal injury payments are considered community property in Texas. Before you settle an accident claim or finalize a divorce, you should consult with an experienced attorney.   It’s also important to understand how other financial matters, such as life insurance policies, may…

  • Have a Bad Feeling About Your Lawyer? Here’s Some Important Advice

    Have a Bad Feeling About Your Lawyer? Here’s Some Important Advice

    Your Personal Injury Lawyer Could Mean the Difference Between $15,000 and $400,000  I regularly handle cases from people who come to Crosley Law Firm after working with another attorney. In one case, a lawyer was pressuring a car wreck victim to accept a $15,000 settlement even though that didn’t come close to covering her medical costs and financial losses. Her friend encouraged her to call…

  • Watch for These Emotional Signs and Symptoms of a TBI

    Watch for These Emotional Signs and Symptoms of a TBI

    Imagine waking up one day and feeling — different. Wrong. Sometimes you feel anxious for no reason, and other times you experience a heavy sense of dread. Seeing family members and friends, even your husband or wife, doesn’t make you feel the same as it used to. In fact, your closest loved ones may feel like strangers to you. 

  • New TBI Saliva Test Being Used as Evidence in Personal Injury Cases

    New TBI Saliva Test Being Used as Evidence in Personal Injury Cases

    Traumatic Brain Injuries Are Far Too Common  One million — that’s the number of children and adolescents who suffer brain-damaging concussions every year in the United States, and the #1 cause of TBIs among those aged 5 to 24 is car accidents. 

  • Personal Injury Law – 5 Common Myths

    Personal Injury Law – 5 Common Myths

    How Much Do You Know About Personal Injury Law and Personal Injury Lawyers?  Most people don’t spend a lot of time with attorneys, and if they do, it’s usually at a difficult time in their lives. If you’re considering hiring a personal injury attorney, then you’re probably struggling with diagnosis and treatment of serious injuries or even the loss of a loved one.…

  • Dealing With Medical Expenses After a Car Wreck? Make Sure to Document Them

    Dealing With Medical Expenses After a Car Wreck? Make Sure to Document Them

    Getting Better Should Be Your Priority — But Taking Care of Your Finances Is Also Important!