Despite all the public service announcements, reminders and potential for fines, distracted driving is still a big issue in Texas. In 2023, distracted driving was responsible for almost one out of every six wrecks on this state’s roads. While all distracted driving...
While you may be entitled to a settlement after a car accident, how much can you receive as compensation? The answer to that largely depends on your damages, the legal caps that may apply and your contribution to the accident, among other aspects of your claim....
All traffic collisions can potentially be dangerous and even fatal. Accidents that involve trucks and commercial vehicles tend to result in more damage. One of the most devastating types of truck accidents is underride collisions, which we mentioned briefly in a...
Motor vehicle accidents can have devastating consequences, and one of these is a spinal cord injury. This is a life-altering and complex injury, requiring immediate and specialized care. Spinal cord injuries are particularly concerning due to their potential to cause...
Deliveries by big rigs keep this nation functioning. However, large trucks can also be the source of devastating crashes. Their size and weight can quickly turn what might otherwise be a minor accident into something fatal. While all kinds of problems can occur when a...
In some cases, those who are injured will suffer extensive nerve damage. For example, a worker at an oil field could break a limb in a fall. Nerves may be torn in the process of this fracture. Even after the break itself heals and the bone is repaired, that person...
Drinking affects people’s ability to safely drive. A drunk driver may struggle to judge distances, react slower to obstacles and run red lights. Drunk driving increases the likelihood of auto accidents. Drunk drivers are only one kind of driver that may cause car...
When someone is injured on the job or in a car accident, they could have a traumatic brain injury, or a TBI. One of the most important things to note about these injuries is their potential severity. Medical treatment is very important after any type of brain injury,...
In the heart of the Lone Star State, oilfields are renowned for their vast production, supplying a significant portion of the nation's energy needs. These oilfields are also notorious for their challenging and potentially hazardous working conditions. The state boasts...
Vehicles traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast and those going from Mexico into the United States often pass through Texas. The state has far more roads than any other state, with almost 700,000 lane miles of road. With so much traffic and so many streets, a...