What’s the Value of My Car After a Car Accident? After a car accident, the car’s value will decrease even if it was professionally repaired and restored to its original condition. This decrease in the car’s value after an accident is called diminished value. Insurance companies use the term diminished value to refer to the comparative value of the car before and after the accident. There are three kinds of diminished values that insurance companies track. These three values include: Immediate diminished value — the car’s resale value after the accident but before repair Inherent diminished value —… Read More
There are streaks no state in America wants to promote or even acknowledge, and Texas’ streak of at least one traffic death per day for 21 years is one of those. In 2021, at least 11 people have died each day on Texas roadways. The Austin car accident lawyers of Loewy Law Firm want to see the fatality numbers go down and stay down. There have been over 4,000 traffic deaths in 2021, after 3,896 deaths in 2020. There have been over 70,000 fatalities during that 21-year streak. The Texas Department of Transportation wants to break that streak as… Read More
Can I File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Texas if I was Lane Splitting? Lane splitting is a controversial issue for Texas motorcyclists. Lane splitting means driving a motorcycle on the line between two cars. Texas law requires that vehicles, including motorcycles, remain in a single lane of traffic and only change lanes when it is safe. While Texas does not have a law directly prohibiting lane-splitting, some motorcyclists argue it prevents accidents, and others cite the behavior as irresponsible. Some motorcyclists believe that lane splitting is safer because it can prevent rear-end crashes with cars. It is also… Read More
Driving in Austin can be a hassle. With the massive increase in population over the past two decades straining our roads and highways, it can be difficult, even dangerous, to get where you need to go in Austin. But some roads are more hazardous than others. Let’s review the most dangerous highways in Austin and talk about your options after a crash. What Are the Most Dangerous Highways in Austin? Austin has some of the worst traffic congestion in the world. We regularly spend hours waiting in traffic, burning fuel, moving at… Read More
It’s no secret that Austin has some of the most dangerous roads in the country. Interstate 35, Highway 183, State Highway 71, and US 290 all rank high in traffic accidents and congestion thanks to the significant population increase in the Austin area over the past decade. The danger isn’t limited to cars, however. Let’s talk about how Austin drivers face a higher risk of getting into an accident with a large truck than some other drivers. Why Austin Roads Are Uniquely Hazardous for Drivers Austin’s system of roads and highways is… Read More
Texas authorities have indicated that over the past two years, bicycle and pedestrian fatalities have increased somewhat dramatically across Texas. Per the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), pedestrians and bicyclists currently account for a staggering one in five traffic-related fatalities in the state of Texas. TxDOT officials allege that the increase in pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities can be attributed to motorists’ disregard for safety regulations and laws that are intended to protect pedestrians and bicyclists. If you were injured in a pedestrian or bicycle accident caused by a negligent or reckless motorist, you could be entitled… Read More
If you were involved in a car accident, you might want to consult a lawyer to learn about your legal options. Injuries, property damage, and time away from work can lead to various expenses. If your actions didn’t contribute to the crash, you should not be financially responsible. The at-fault driver or another negligent party should be the one to compensate you for your losses. Hiring a car accident lawyer to represent you in your case is one of the best decisions to make following a car crash. Unfortunately, some law firms only care about making money and won’t… Read More
A new school year has begun, which means more traffic as parents pick up and drop off their kids at school and buses make their morning and afternoon routes. There is often an increased risk of an accident when more vehicles are on the road than usual. People are rushing to get to work and tend to their daily responsibilities while fighting traffic congestion. Navigating around school buses can be tricky. They are much larger than passenger cars, and the bus drivers face significant challenges, such as large blind spots. Maneuvering this type of vehicle requires skill, focus, and experience. Read More
The team at The Loewy Law Firm is proud to announce that Austin Monthly has recognized our very own Adam Loewy in their 2021 issue of “Top Attorneys in Austin.” Adam has been recognized by the magazine as one of Austin’s best personal injury attorneys. Winners are chosen by Austin Monthly through a peer-voting process in which other attorneys were asked to nominate their most respected peers and colleagues for this top honor. Austin Monthly collaborated with DataJoe, a software and research company, to tally up the votes and select the winners. The… Read More
AUSTIN, TX - Austin personal injury attorney Adam Loewy recently appeared on Good Day Austin to discuss possible new COVID restrictions, Texas Democrats' efforts to deny state Republicans a legislative quorum, and a recent string of high-profile violent crimes in Austin. Read More
