Truck accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, from minor sprains to life-altering brain or spinal cord damage. The type of injury sustained in a Texas truck accident influences how an insurance company will value the claim and how much compensation they’ll agree to. Adjusters will look at documented medical costs and documented income loss tied to the injury, and may consider… Read More
What “Damages” Means in a Truck Accident Case Some sources indicate that by the 15th century, the term “damages” was established in English law to mean the monetary compensation awarded to make a victim whole after suffering a loss. In a truck accident case, damages should equal the measurable economic losses that are a direct result of the crash. The value of… Read More
Most car accidents happen at intersections, on busy roads with frequent turns, near freeway ramps, and in parking lots because drivers face constant turning, merging, and stopping in a short space. NHTSA reports that most fatal crashes happen within 25 miles of home, which fits with crash locations on everyday driving routes, like major crossings, ramp areas, and busy shopping entrances. If… Read More
Pedestrian safety in the United States has moved in the wrong direction for years, and the numbers show a steady rise in deaths on streets that should not turn a simple walk into a life-or-death risk. Preliminary 2024 data estimates drivers struck and killed 7,148 people walking in the United States.¹ The 2024 total reflects a 4.3% decline from the 7,472 fatalities reported… Read More
Texas motorcycle rules control what you can do on the road, what gear Texas requires, what counts as a violation if an officer pulls you over, and what Texas requires you to do after a crash. Texas Transportation Code covers most motorcycle rules, with additional requirements in related state regulations and city ordinances. Motorcycle and Moped Definitions The definitions of “motorcycle” and “moped”… Read More
Pedestrian accidents continue to be a huge issue in Texas. TxDOT reported 6,095 pedestrian accidents in Texas in 2024 with 773 pedestrian deaths. Another 1,454 pedestrians suffered serious injuries. After being injured in a pedestrian accident, the scene of the crash creates one set of decisions, and the days that follow bring a myriad of other decisions to be… Read More
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