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Mar

Traffic Crashes in the U.S. — The Devastating Costs and Efforts to Reduce Them

As a personal injury lawyer, I know all too well how terrible car accidents can be for families and for society as a whole. A study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that traffic accidents in the U.S. cost society a staggering $340 billion in o...

Mar

PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN TEXAS

Pedestrian traffic is not unusual in Texas. With many sporting events, outdoor markets, concerts, fairs, and upcoming holiday events, Texans are constantly out and about.According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), pedestrian deaths now account for 20 percen...

Mar

IS IT BETTER TO SETTLE OR GO TO COURT?

Legal disputes are stressful for all parties involved, especially when a tremendous financial weight is attached to the case. If parties can reach an agreement, a settlement often ends in a better deal and trial outcome. A study completed at the University of Pennsylvania reveale...

Mar

TERMS TO KNOW FOR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

When filing a personal injury claim, knowing the vocabulary associated with these often complicated legal proceedings is essential. While numerous legal terms could come up in any lawsuit, we will cover the words you will see most often in almostall personal injury claims.Defini...

Mar

What To Do When You’re Injured

Life can sometimes throw the unexpected at you and leave you injured. Whether this injury is caused by somebody or by an accident, you should always take proactive steps to recover. Accidents resulting in injuries happen all the time, and they can take a variety of different form...

Mar

What NOT to Do When You Get Injured

Getting hurt is a terrifying and often overwhelming experience. It can be difficult to navigate how best to heal while also holding others accountable. Though many people get injured, not everyone understands the legal process of seeking compensation. Thus, people often unknowing...

Mar

The Eight-Step Injury Claims Process

Going through any legal process can be daunting, especially for those who are not familiar with a courtroom beyond a few episodes of Law and Order. This can be especially true for injury claims, as the plaintiff may be going through a trial while also managing signs and symptoms...

Mar

How to File a Car Accident Report

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, at least 13 car accidents occur every 60 seconds in the U.S. Since an auto collision could occur at any moment, you should be prepared for such a situation.Along with ensuring your safety, the most important step after a wreck...

Mar

Texas, We Have a Problem

Wrong-way highway wrecks are a problem in our state. When they occur, the results are disastrous. A large percentage of these accidents lead to incapacitating injuries or death. While the percentage of wrong-way crashes itself is not huge, the damages are often catastrophic, and...

Mar

Road Rage Is on the Rise in North Texas

The Dallas Morning News recently reported that road rage is on the rise in North Texas. While I share the assessment, I too have been unable to find reliable data to measure the extent of the problem. When asked specifically, the Dallas Police Department has confirmed at least 60...

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