With the onset of the holiday season comes more trips to crowded stores and more trouble navigating busy parking lots. With Black Friday and the Christmas rush right around the corner, shopping centers all over Texas will soon see an increase in traffic – and all that...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
4 steps to take after a car accident
Thousands of car accidents happen every year – and you can expect to be involved in at least one car accident during your lifetime. A serious car accident can lead to injuries, vehicle damage and more, becoming a major disruption in your life. It is important to take...
What happens if your car is declared a “total loss” after a wreck?
After a wreck, your first concern has to be your health – but that doesn’t mean you can’t also be worried about what’s going to happen with your vehicle. Your car doesn’t have to be an obvious pile of scrap for an insurance company to “total it out” or declare it a...
Here’s how an insurer can use your recorded statement
After you’re involved in a wreck caused by another driver, you may initially welcome contact from their insurer – but you shouldn’t. The claims adjuster’s apparent concern for your well-being and friendly demeanor can be masking the insurer’s true intentions. Recorded...
Determining liability after a crash caused by a commercial truck
When a large commercial truck or its driver is responsible for a collision, it is often not immediately clear which party(ies) can and should be held liable. Often, driver error or negligence is to blame. However, even if that is the case, there can be more to it than...
Excessive speeding and fatalities on our roads: What to know
Speeding is the main cause of fatal vehicle collisions, but all crashes involving speeding are not alike. A vehicle that’s traveling at 60 miles per hour, even if that’s well over the posted limit, likely won’t cause the same severity of injuries as one traveling 100...
Can those partially at fault for crashes still file lawsuits?
Some collision scenarios are clear-cut. One driver obviously broke the law or did something so negligent that they are fully to blame for the crash. Other times, it is possible for everyone involved in the incident to have a degree of fault. Failing to decelerate...
Intersections are one of the most dangerous places to drive
When you are driving, it can be helpful to know when you are facing the highest level of inherent risk. According to many reports, this risk increases every time you reach an intersection. These are some of the most dangerous places to operate a vehicle. For example,...
Daydreaming is a common cause of distracted driving
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in the United States. When people discuss distracted driving, they often focus on activities such as texting while driving, using a vehicle’s infotainment system or talking to passengers or children in...
How insurance companies evaluate car accident claims
Dealing with insurance companies after a car accident often feels overwhelming. You need fair payment for your injuries and damages, but insurers frequently offer less than you need. Understanding how they assess your claim helps you fight for the money you deserve....

