It only takes a few seconds for your life to change because of a serious car accident. The injuries sustained in the wreck can have life-long consequences on your health and lifestyle. If you are injured because of a car accident, maximize insurance compensation to offset the monetary impact. Costs Add Up After a Car Accident It can be surprising …
DUI Accident Victims: Step-by-Step Process for Negotiating with an Insurance Company
If you are the victim of a DUI accident, then it means that you are facing life-long consequences from another person’s poor decision. That driver was behind the wheel while under the influence. Their impairment and lapse in judgment have a domino effect that affects other people – like you. In the initial stages after a DUI accident, injured victims …
Who Is Liable If You Get Hurt in a Rideshare Car Accident?
If you are in a rideshare car accident, who is liable for your injuries? It’s easy to request a ride using a convenient app, but you never expect that the ride could change the course of your life. Rideshare services are increasing in popularity, especially in large cities and metropolitan areas. The convenience of having a ride available is appealing …
Never Take the Insurance Company’s First Settlement Offer After a Car Accident
It’s good news that you are receiving a settlement for a personal injury claim! Not only are you navigating pain and recovery after an accident, but the medical bills are stacking up. Most car accident victims are ready to sign on the bottom line when the insurance company offers monetary compensation. But settling the case too early could mean that …
The Dangers of Speeding
Speeding is a Leading Cause of Car Wrecks As drivers hit the road to go to work, school, the grocery store, or anywhere else, a host of distractions arise while driving to their destination. People find themselves speeding, even when they might not realize it. Others have the intention of speeding, whether they are running late or are impatient. Regardless …
I Got in a Rental Car Accident. Now What?
The last thing on your mind when vacationing or on a business trip is being in a car accident, but unfortunately, it happens. Often, these accidents occur with rental cars, adding an extra layer of complication. Whether you are a novice when it comes to renting a car, or this is something you do all the time, getting in an …
Thanksgiving Traffic Accidents
Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the most widely celebrated holidays of the year. And while this holiday season may look a little different, and family gatherings may be smaller, the same risks will be there. Unfortunately, Thanksgiving is considered one of the deadliest holidays in the United States, especially in traffic accidents. Not only do more people travel for Thanksgiving, …
Understanding Texas’ Click It or Ticket Laws
Texas leads the nation for the number of fatal traffic accidents, an honor that is nothing to brag about in the state. Given the high number of deadly car accidents in the Lone Star State, it should come as no surprise that numerous laws have been put in place over the years to protect motorists. One such law emerged in …
The Growing Number of Commercial Trucks
A drive around the Dallas-Fort Worth area will quickly tell you that large trucks are everywhere. In recent years, we have seen an increase in the number of commercial vehicles on the highways, interstates, and city streets. Trucking remains the number one industry in America. Although the trucking industry has faced a shortage of qualified drivers in recent years, it …
Common Types of Large Truck Accidents
The trucking industry is booming across the United States, especially in Texas. With more than 12.5 million large trucks registered in the U.S., it is no wonder these large vehicles are often involved in deadly accidents. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), over 100,000 truck accidents result in injuries every year on American highways. Unfortunately, these types …