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Texas Sees a Spike in E-Scooter TBIs: What You Need to Know
in tMany people think that San Antonio’s e-scooters are just a fun and efficient way to travel. Unfortunately, an increasing number of riders and pedestrians are getting hurt in e-scooter accidents, and many crash victims suffer life-changing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). E-scooter crashes are different than other motor vehicle or pedestrian collisions. After a wreck, […]
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Will “Flexible” Trucking Rules Encourage Drowsy Driving?
For years, trucking companies have lobbied against federal hours of service (HOS) rules, which limit the number of hours a driver can operate a commercial vehicle. While these rules are meant to keep everyone on the road safe, the trucking industry argues that they too restrictive and complicated. Now, a series of proposed changes may […]
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Texas Bicyclist Fatalities Up 26%: Protect Yourself With These 5 Tips
Results published in the annual Texas Department of Transportation (TxDot) crash statistics show an alarming trend for bicycle safety, as 26% more bicyclists died in crashes in 2018 than the year before. With 72 bicyclist fatalities in total, Texas’ bicyclist fatality rate has reached an unprecedented high. And until the safety and government organization can […]
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Are Bars and Restaurants Responsible for Overserving Drunk Drivers?
Drunk driving is a growing problem in Texas. In 2018, alcohol-related crashes resulted in 940 deaths and more than 13,000 injuries. While most people focus their attention on the drunk driver, there’s another recovery option that many victims of drunk driving don’t think about – dram shop liability. Under Texas law, bars and restaurants that […]
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Texas Roadways Had Zero Death-Free Days in 2018
Each year, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDot) announces the number of death-free days on Texas roadways. In the department’s most recent summary, they reported that 2018 did not have a single deathless day. Not only that, but in the 16 years that the TxDot has been publishing these Texas Crash Facts, each report has […]
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Living With a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Car Crash
Traumatic brain injuries can affect victims’ lives in devastating ways, sometimes forever. Victims and their loved ones often struggle to cope with the physical, emotional, psychological, and financial effects of these injuries. While an emotional support system can go a long way toward helping victims recover mentally, financial recovery often requires legal help. The past […]
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Drugs Outpacing Alcohol as Top Cause of Car Accidents
In the 1980s and 1990s, groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) fought hard to spread awareness about the devastating injuries and deaths caused by drunk driving. Thanks in part to these efforts, drunk driving deaths dropped by 48% nationwide between 1982 and 2019. However, a similar battle against drugged driving is just beginning. In […]
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Unsafe Lane Changes Are a Top Cause of Texas Car Crashes
Unsafe lane changes are quickly becoming one of the most common causes of car accidents across Texas, thanks to reckless and distracted drivers. Thankfully, it’s a fixable issue, but drivers need to take measures to follow the law and be safe on the road. In this blog, we’ll discuss the most common reasons why drivers […]
The Latest in Catastrophic Personal Injury
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Texas Sees a Spike in E-Scooter TBIs: What You Need to Know
in tMany people think that San Antonio’s e-scooters are just a fun and efficient way to travel. Unfortunately, an increasing number of riders and pedestrians are getting hurt in e-scooter accidents, and many crash victims suffer life-changing traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). E-scooter crashes are different than other motor vehicle or pedestrian collisions. After a wreck, […]
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What’s the Difference Between Wrongful Death and Survival Claims?
If you’ve lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you’re probably dealing with terrible financial stress on top of the unspeakable emotional pain. Worrying about money is the last thing you should have to deal with during this difficult time. Thankfully, you have two legal options available that can help you recover financially. […]
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Living With a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Car Crash
Traumatic brain injuries can affect victims’ lives in devastating ways, sometimes forever. Victims and their loved ones often struggle to cope with the physical, emotional, psychological, and financial effects of these injuries. While an emotional support system can go a long way toward helping victims recover mentally, financial recovery often requires legal help. The past […]
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Drugs Outpacing Alcohol as Top Cause of Car Accidents
In the 1980s and 1990s, groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) fought hard to spread awareness about the devastating injuries and deaths caused by drunk driving. Thanks in part to these efforts, drunk driving deaths dropped by 48% nationwide between 1982 and 2019. However, a similar battle against drugged driving is just beginning. In […]
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Unsafe Lane Changes Are a Top Cause of Texas Car Crashes
Unsafe lane changes are quickly becoming one of the most common causes of car accidents across Texas, thanks to reckless and distracted drivers. Thankfully, it’s a fixable issue, but drivers need to take measures to follow the law and be safe on the road. In this blog, we’ll discuss the most common reasons why drivers […]
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The 3 Stages of Your Car Accident Lawsuit
Personal injury lawsuits involve a variety of stages, steps, and procedures to get from car crash to compensation, and they can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to settle. If you’ve been in a car crash, it’s essential to understand the stages in a typical injury lawsuit. Because injury litigation requires […]
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5 Things to Discuss With Your Doctor After an Accident
After a car accident, it can be tempting to skip the doctor’s office, especially when you don’t think you’re badly hurt. However, there’s no reason to put off going to the hospital, even if you think your cuts will heal without stitches, or your headache will go away if you drink enough water. Don’t wait […]
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What Is the ELD Mandate and Is It Making Our Roads Safer?
In 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) began requiring that all commercial truck companies install electronic logging devices (ELDs) in their fleet vehicles. These devices have now replaced the paper logs that drivers formerly used to track their on-duty hours, helping to enforce hours of service laws. If you or a loved one […]
Dos and Don’ts in an Auto Accident: Your Rights and Responsibilities
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