15

Aug

A side swiped white car

What to Do After a Hit and Run Accident That Caused Injuries—With No Witnesses

Getting injured in a car accident is traumatic enough, but when the other driver flees the scene and no one else witnessed the crash, it adds confusion and frustration to an already overwhelming situation. Who will pay for your medical bills? Will your insurance cover it? Can the...

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15

Aug

Motorbike Accident on the road with a car

Motorcycle Accident Settlements: What You Need to Know

Motorcycle accidents can lead to some of the most devastating injuries on Texas roads. Without the protection of a vehicle frame, motorcyclists are more vulnerable to life-altering harm. If you've been injured in a motorcycle crash, it’s important to understand your r...

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15

Aug

The Disturbing Trend of Traffic Fatalities: How Can You Stay Safe?

Traffic deaths have hit an all-time high since 2005. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report released on April 18, 2023, approximately 43,000 persons died in motor vehicle accidents on U. S. highways in 2021. This marks a 10% increase over the...

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15

Aug

Loving Husband and Father Killed While Exchanging Insurance Information in Tragic North Texas Car Wreck

“He tried to ask for insurance, and he told me to call police and 911, and I was so nervous, so I started trying to unlock my phone, and the next thing I know everything blacked out,” Yarelis Martinez recalled of her husband's final moments. Sergio Torres died in...

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15

Aug

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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15

Aug

Over 9,500 Americans Died in Traffic-Related Accidents During the First Quarter of 2022

In the first quarter of this year, over 9,500 Americans who loved, who worked to build our country, who laughed with their friends, who shared sorrows in hard times, who cared for their families—are gone. Their deaths are unseen by the public but not by those who love them...

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15

Aug

Steps to Take after a Motorcycle Accident in Texas

Few things are scarier than getting into an accident while riding your motorcycle. The inherent lack of protection often means that injuries are more severe after a motorcycle wreck. Here is some advice from an attorney on the best steps to take after a motorcycle accident. 1. ) Ta...

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15

Aug

Ways for Motorcyclists to Protect Themselves

Fun and freedom are two words that often come to mind when thinking about riding motorcycles. However, that fun and freedom are not without danger. As one of the smallest vehicles on the road, accidents involving motorcycles are often devastating. Luckily, there are ways for moto...

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15

Aug

Impact of a Jury’s Implicit Bias on Motorcycle Accident Liability

In a perfect world, judges and juries would decide cases based on the facts alone. However, jurors are human beings with their own prejudices. Unfortunately, many people have negative preconceived notions about motorcyclists, leading some jurors to find more fault on the part of...

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15

Aug

Motorcycle Crashes Resulting in Death Radically Increase in Texas in 2020

With less traffic on the road in 2020 and a 2 percent reduction in motorcycle crashes, you would expect there to be fewer cyclist killed in crashes, but the opposite occurred. In Texas, there was a 17 percent increase in Texas motorcycle fatalities compared to 2019. The Texa...

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