Posted on February 19, 2020 in Uncategorized

An incident of road rage can change your life in a moment. You may not even realize what you did to make the other driver so angry. In fact, you may not have even been involved in the altercation but simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. Nevertheless, you and perhaps your passengers suffered injuries in the ensuing accident.

Road rage is at the root of many accidents, resulting in injury and death. A driver who cannot control his or her temper may use a vehicle as a weapon, but many road rage incidents involve firearms and other weapons. Aggressive driving and causing physical injury are criminal offenses in Texas, and this information may prove helpful if you are considering seeking compensation for your injuries through the civil courts.

Dangerous behavior

Researchers continue trying to learn why a driver, who may otherwise be a reasonable person, becomes enraged behind the wheel of a vehicle. In fact, if you notice your own tendencies toward frustration under certain circumstances, you are not alone. Many victims of road rage incidents admit to their own aggressive behavior, such as honking the horn or tailgating, in response to another driver's rude actions.

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 Posted on January 22, 2020 in Uncategorized

Though patience is a virtue, you may wonder whether many drivers on Texas roads have heard of it. You likely see people speeding well above the speed limit and carrying out other dangerous driving maneuvers on a daily basis. It may seem as if everyone has to get to a particular destination at that exact moment or are already late.

Of course, these unsafe driving habits can easily put you and other drivers at risk of a car accident. Some people may think they drive well enough to avoid a collision, but crashes can happen to anyone at any moment.

The issue of tailgating

When drivers are in a hurry, they often want to speed. However, speeding may not be an option if they are stuck behind a slower moving vehicle. As a result, the driver may try to get the other driver to speed up by getting close to the rear of the vehicle in front. You have likely witnessed tailgating numerous times and may have even carried out the action yourself against your better judgement. Whether you are the victim or the tailgater, know that this action could put you and others at risk of serious injuries.

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 Posted on December 26, 2019 in Uncategorized

If you are like most other people in the Dallas area and beyond, you purchased at least one holiday gift online. Shopping from the comfort and safety of your own home has become the norm in recent years. The convenience of not having to battle the crowds, find a parking space and drive from store to store makes this form of shopping unbeatable.

However, online retailers probably never intended for people to shop their stores while driving. Unfortunately, that seemed to happen quite a bit this year, and some of it resulted in accidents. If you were the victim of an online shopper behind the wheel, you may be contemplating your legal options as the new year begins.

The breakdown

The data regarding shopping while driving may surprise you. Below are some alarming statistics regarding this particular driving distraction:

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 Posted on November 24, 2019 in Uncategorized

If a motor vehicle accident left you with serious injuries, you may wonder what your options are. Whether the other driver had no insurance, not enough insurance or an insurance provider that is balking at paying, you may be watching your medical bills and other expenses mounting while you try to figure out what to do next.

The thought of hiring an attorney to deal with the insurance companies and potentially guide you through a personal injury claim may have crossed your mind, but you may have dismissed the idea as something you could never afford. What you may not realize is that a personal injury attorney may help you reach your goals of obtaining compensation, and the cost may pleasantly surprise you.

How can a lawyer help?

It does not take long after an accident for people to come to you wanting answers. Texas police, insurance companies, doctors and others may barrage you with questions. The trick is to know which questions you should not answer and how to respond to others without damaging your claim. A skilled attorney can step in and handle those confusing situations, especially an attorney with the following experience:

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 Posted on October 24, 2019 in Uncategorized

If you are like other conscientious drivers across Texas, you would never consider getting behind the wheel of your vehicle after drinking enough to experience a buzz or drunk. You know that the effects of alcohol could impair your judgement and otherwise make you lose control of your faculties, and present a danger to yourself and others on the road.

Would you give the same consideration to safe driving if you were sleep-deprived? If you cannot honestly answer this question affirmatively, don't despair — you aren't alone. Most people don't consider drowsy driving as dangerous as drunk driving. Sadly, many who have made that same assessment caused accidents involving serious or fatal injuries.

Equating fatigue with drunk driving

If you examine the effects of alcohol on the body, you may find out why drowsy driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving. Do you remember the mention above that alcohol causes impaired judgment? That happens when you are exhausted, too. In addition, you could experience the similar effects to the ones produced by alcohol, such as those below:

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 Posted on September 26, 2019 in Uncategorized

You've probably noticed dangerous distracted drivers while on a Texas road. Perhaps you've looked over to see a driver texting while on the interstate, or maybe you saw a person eating a cheeseburger while behind the wheel. From putting on make-up to looking at Facebook, distracted driving is a serious safety concern. In fact, it remains one of the leading causes of car accidents across the country.

Most car accidents are the result of reckless or negligent actions. Human error, from distraction to driving too fast, needlessly places innocent people at risk of an accident every day. In response to this threat, automakers have started included certain safety features in many newer vehicles. It is possible that these technological advances could eventually lead to safer roads and fewer car accidents.

What could keep you safe?

Estimates suggest that there are around six million car accidents in the United States every year. In these accidents, around three million people suffer injuries, and statistics suggest that as many as 90 people die because of them every day. Some of the following technological advances may lower these numbers and reduce the chance that you or a loved one will suffer an injury:

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 Posted on August 27, 2019 in Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks play an important role in our economy. They are large and heavy because they transport goods and products across the country, but they are also capable of inflicting serious damage in the event of an accident. Because they are so much bigger and heavier that other types of vehicles, they are capable of inflicting grave damage.

If you are the victim of a truck accident in Texas, you know first hand how destructive accidents involving semitrailers can be. You may also know how overwhelming the aftermath is, and how difficult it can be to pick up the pieces and move forward. As a truck accident victim, you may have grounds to pursue financial compensation through a civil claim filed against the liable party.

Common questions about these accidents

It's normal to have many questions about truck accidents, especially if you were hurt in a collision caused by one of these types of vehicles. Truckers and trucking companies must adhere to a high standard of safety, and they must following specific rules that govern their actions. As the victim of a commercial vehicle accident, it may help you to understand the following:

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 Posted on July 26, 2019 in Uncategorized

Navigating a Texas roadway by motor vehicle can definitely be a stressful experience. Whether you're behind the wheel or riding as a passenger, if there's a distracted driver nearby or an intoxicated or reckless motorist, your immediate risk for injury skyrockets. It's not uncommon for people to go into shock after sudden collisions occur.

If you were to suffer life-threatening injuries in a motor vehicle accident, what happens directly thereafter would be largely out of your control. In fact, you might not even be conscious when rescuers transport you to the nearest trauma center. If you are coherent at the accident scene, there are several things to keep in mind regarding post-accident decisions.

Avoid legal complications

While your first instinct may be to get as far away from the scene of the accident as possible, the last thing you want to do is leave. Legal problems can definitely arise if you leave the site where you've been involved in a collision before responding police officers give you the okay to go.

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 Posted on June 27, 2019 in Uncategorized

After a car accident, especially one that leaves you seriously injured, it can feel like a whirlwind. You may have questions you wanted to ask, information you wanted to gather or provide, and just want to know what happened in general. Though you may not have immediately been able to obtain this information due to going to the hospital, obtaining it as soon as possible may be in your best interests.

Typically, after a serious crash, police officers come to the scene. Their presence can be immensely useful for various reasons, among which is gathering information for a police report. A police report can contain facts about the accident that may prove useful to you if you choose to pursue a personal injury claim against the driver considered at fault for the incident, even if the report itself cannot be evidence.

What goes into a police report?

If you do not remain on the scene due to needing medical attention, officers may come question you when you are able to answer their questions. Though they have likely already obtained information from witnesses and the other driver involved, providing your recollection of the incident is important. The police will likely try to obtain the following information:

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 Posted on May 30, 2019 in Uncategorized

Most people, on at least one occasion, have gotten behind the wheel while in a hurry. When a person is running late, rushing to get somewhere or simply being inattentive, it can result in that person driving at dangerously high speeds. If you have ever done this yourself, you may be wondering what could be so bad about driving a little fast.

Speeding is a common type of reckless driving. Speed limits are there for a reason, and driving over these limits is not only against the law, it can increase the chance of an accident. Many people underestimate the significant danger associated with speeding. However, if you are a victim of an accident caused by a speeding Texas driver, you know firsthand how dangerous this type of behavior can be.

A greater danger than you may think

Speed-related accidents kill thousands of people every year. A report from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration indicates that, in 2017, over 9,000 people died in accidents involving speed. Consider the dangers of operating a vehicle too fast:

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