Category: Car Accidents
The holiday season is right around the corner and many people will be traveling both near and far to enjoy festivities with loved ones. However, even as you’re celebrating the season, you should never overlook the importance of safety, especially on roadways. Statistics show that this time of year is particularly dangerous in Texas – and across the U.S. Since arriving safely is a
Whether you’ve been involved in a slight fender bender or a more serious collision involving injuries, there will come a time when you must file a car accident claim with your insurance company. Depending on the circumstances, you’ll be entitled to different amounts of compensation for your losses, but the process of determining your legal remedies starts by submitting the proper paperwork. While you
In 2016, Texas roadways claimed nearly 3,800 lives. The number of fatalities has increased 5.47 percent from the previous year and is expected to continue to rise. More than 100 people die from reckless driving in San Antonio every year. Among some circles, Houston is known as the “drunk driving capital of Texas.” Not to mention, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the
Our children are our lives. They are what matter to us most in this world. It’s as simple as that. And when our child is hurt, it changes a parent forever. Personal injury cases may be some of the most common legal matters on record, but that doesn’t make them easy to prove or settle, especially when a child is the injured party. If
If you are injured in an car accident, you may have grounds for compensation under the law. Personal injury is defined as an injury that was caused by another party’s negligence or carelessness. The definition is somewhat left open to legal interpretation. That interpretation extends not only to the cause of your injury, but also to who is responsible for it. The law gives
From the moment you first receive your driver’s license, driving is a privilege – a privilege that comes with certain duties and responsibilities. The Texas Transportation Code outlines what those duties and responsibilities are, and violations can be punishable under personal injury law. With a whopping population of 26 million residents, it’s no surprise the state of Texas reports some of the most frequent
A witness report can be a crucial piece of evidence in personal injury cases. It is the statement of a person who has no interest or stake in the outcome of the case. If you have been in a car accident, you can ask anyone at the scene of the event to make a witness report. What Information Should The Witness Include In The Report?
When you’ve been involved in a car accident, the chaos and confusion may leave you overwhelmed about what to do next. Of course, your safety is of paramount concern and immediate action is necessary to make sure you don’t take matters from bad to worse. So, while the accident itself is devastating, here’s what you need to do right away to protect yourself. What
Whether you have a specific legal question or you’re just trying to figure out where to start, our attorneys are ready to help. Contact our Amarillo or Borger office today for a free consultation.