The holidays are approaching, and that means that the number of road trips increases more than usual. A recent study by the American Automobile Association (AAA) confirms drivers’ neglect considerably increases the possible risk of a motor vehicle accident during this season. These accidents can be minor or disastrous, but they are always avoidable. This […]
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Rear-end collisions, who is at fault?
There is a very well known presumption that rear-end collision accidents are always the fault of the driver who crashes into the rear of the car in front. This is not always the case. The purpose of this article is to describe why, and under what circumstances, the driver of the vehicle that crashes […]
Houston is Home to Some of the Most Dangerous Highways in America
Driving in Texas is becoming more lethal, with almost 3,700 people killed in traffic incidents in 2018. That represents an increase of more than 10% compared to the same period in 2017. Houston is the most populated city in Texas. Which is why we likely see the most car accidents in Texas here. According to […]
Personal Injury Cases in Hotels
Every year, thousands of Americans escape the icy winter months to experience the beautiful and warm climate of Houston. Not everyone has the money or time to vacation for months in a house rented in Houston. Hotels are the perfect places to vacation and escape. Occasionally, to ensure that a constant flow of people occupy […]
Workers’ Comp or Lawsuit for Personal Injuries in Construction Accidents
This article will help you identify when you can file a personal injury lawsuit, a worker’s comp case, or both after a construction accident. There are differences between a workers’ comp case and a personal injury claim in construction accidents. When a worker is involved in a construction accident, he may have a workers’ comp […]
Accidents Caused by Defective Tires
We trust that the tires in our cars will get us safely to our destination. Unfortunately, tires cause hundreds of serious injuries and deaths every year as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many drivers have been victims of accidents that could have been avoided. Many of these accidents also result in […]
Steps to follow to request compensation for medical malpractice
There is a difference between a human error and medical malpractice. Compensation for medical negligence may occur only when the injuries suffered by the patient are caused by the bad practice of medicine. In recent years, claims for medical negligence have increased has injured patients try to recover for what has happened to them. Once […]
SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS: OUR LAWYERS WILL HELP YOU GET BACK ON YOUR FEET
Slip and fall accidents are matters that must be taken very seriously. These can result in serious injuries, expensive medical bills, and complications that could affect your life forever. When these accidents occur due to negligence, the laws of the United States protect the victim. A lawyer can help you to protect your rights, and […]
What Not To Do After A Car Accident? Avoid 12 Mistakes
Being involved in a car accident can ruin anyone’s day. It can become one of the most difficult moments of our lives and that of our loved ones. Any driver may become involved in a car accident at any given time. After such an incident, there are steps that you should follow for your safety […]
The legal consequences of a hit and run
It is considered a hit and run when a crash occurs and a driver involved in the crash leaves the scene of the accident before exchanging documents with the affected parties. The penalties for a hit and run vary from state to state and can be quite serious. Under Texas law, a person who crashes […]