A trip, slip and fall accident can happen anywhere: in your home, at a friend’s, at the grocery store or at your favorite restaurant. If someone else’s negligence resulted in your slip-and-fall, you may pursue them for the resulting economic and non-economic damages. ...
Year: 2022
3 causes of distracted driving
Look around you: there’s likely a large billboard trying to sell you a phone plan; there’s a TV nearby playing the latest news; and someone likely walked out onto the street, nearly causing a car wreck. It seems like, in the modern world, you can’t get away from...
3 crucial things to do after a car accident
A car accident can throw you off balance for a moment. It is not uncommon to be confused, scared and overwhelmed processing your injuries and damage to property. If you are involved in a car crash that was not your fault, you need to pursue the liable party for...
How is fault established in a Texas car accident claim?
When a car accident happens, someone will be found liable or at fault. Determining fault involves identifying the party whose negligent actions caused the accident. This negligent party is, thus, responsible for any injuries, property damage or even deaths that are...
What should you look for in a motorcycle helmet?
Recently, we discussed why it’s crucial to replace your helmet after a motorcycle crash. Now, we’re going to talk about what to look for when getting a new helmet. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 5,000 motorcycle...
Why you need to replace your helmet after a motorcycle crash
While Texas makes it relatively easy for motorcyclists who are at least 21 to be exempt from having to wear a helmet, there’s no question that they can prevent catastrophic head injuries. However, your helmet must be in proper condition to work as it’s intended to. If...
Whiplash: A painful injury with delayed symptoms
After a car accident, it is relatively common for people to suffer spine and neck injuries, including whiplash. However, most whiplash injuries result from rear-end collisions. Unfortunately, most people don’t seek treatment for whiplash injuries, mainly because they...
2 reasons why your personal injury claim may be denied
A car accident can ruin your day or, in the worst-case scenario, turn your life upside down. If you are hurt in a car accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical costs and other damages as provided for by Texas...
4 causes of distracted driving
You may be on the road every day to go to work, take your kids to school or run errands. Every time you’re on the road, you have a chance of being in an accident. Almost four thousand people die from car crashes every day, many of whom may have suffered injuries from...
3 common back injuries you may sustain after a car accident
The human back comprises bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and nerves. It also accommodates the spine, which is one of the most delicate parts of your body. You may experience severe pain, weakness, or even disability when your back is injured. The impact...