Pedestrian Accidents
Auto Safety Systems Struggle to Work in the Dark
Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Product RecallAbout 3/4th of all pedestrian deaths occur at night. One common automobile safety system does not work well in the dark to prevent that danger. The automatic braking system that engages when...
Read MoreAn Unlikely Effect of the Pandemic: Rising Pedestrian Fatalities
Pedestrian AccidentsSince the beginning of the pandemic, the United States had seen an increase in pedestrian deaths at the hands of motorists. While many people have minimized their driving time due to varied...
Read MoreWho Can be Held Liable when a Bus Strikes a Pedestrian in Texas?
Pedestrian AccidentsIf you or someone you love was struck by a bus, you are probably wondering how to reclaim your life. A well-versed bus accident attorney could explain the ways in which different...
Read MoreMore than 600 Pedestrians Died in Texas Last Year
Pedestrian AccidentsYes, you read that right. Over 600 pedestrians died in Texas last year. What is more, the long-term trend in Texas and throughout the United States is ominous for pedestrian deaths and...
Read MoreDeaths from Cars Running Red Lights are at a 10-Year High
Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Truck AccidentsAccording to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the number of people killed in automobile and truck wrecks from drivers running red lights reached a 10 year high in 2017. Continual increasing...
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Cross-Examining a Defendant Driver
Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal InjuryOne of the most critical moments in a car accident personal injury trial is the cross-examination of the defendant driver. Often, a capable personal injury attorney can expose traffic violations and other...
Read MoreUpdate on the Unfair Insurance Tactic of Swoop and Settle in Texas
Bicycle Accident, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck AccidentsEarlier last month, I wrote about another reason not to talk to an insurance adjuster. In that blog, I wrote about testimony that I provided to the Texas House Insurance Committee on...
Read MorePedestrian Deaths at a 28-year High
Pedestrian AccidentsAccording to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian deaths in the United States are at a 28-year high, rising 4 percent to a total of 6,227 fatalities in 2018. Analysis by the...
Read MoreSerious Scooter Accidents on the Rise
Pedestrian Accidents, Personal InjuryLast week I spent some time in Austin, protecting Texas families from bad bills and advocating for good bills. It is a biennial tradition beginning in January every odd numbered year and...
Read MoreHalloween Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers
Car Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal InjuryHalloween is a favorite of children and adults. Kids get to dress up and trick-or-treat, while adults get decked out for costume parties. October 31st can be a night of funny ghouls...
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