According to Texas Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Facts, 254,853 people were injured in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2017. Road accidents are dangerous and can potentially be deadly. Here are 5 places where road accidents happen. Busy Two-Lane Roads Roads in non-residential areas which have moderate speed limits are prime places for head-on collisions. Because there is only one lane …
4 Scenarios That Can Increase Car Accidents This Holiday Season
Car accidents can really put a damper on the holiday season, especially when the accident itself is the result of an unanticipated scenario. Here are 4 scenarios that increase car accidents during the holidays. Black Ice While Texas isn’t notorious for having roads full of snow, the winter season is notorious for black ice. Black ice is like regular ice …
Why You Should Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been in an accident and suffered an injury, you may be wondering if hiring a personal injury attorney is the right move. In fact, this is a question we often field. There are many different circumstances in which you may not need a lawyer following an accident, but there are even more situations that could benefit from the …
5 Most Common Workplace Accidents
Workplace accidents are a common occurrence in the United States, leaving nearly 3 million people with mild to severe injuries. Of the 2.9 million workplace accidents that take place annually, approximately 5,200 are fatal and an additional 10,000 workers were faced with an amputation injury. These are serious numbers that show just how dangerous our workforce can be. While the …
How Long Do I Have to File a Car Accident Lawsuit in Texas?
If you have been involved in a car accident in Texas, one of the first things you may be wondering is how long you have to file a lawsuit. While certainly not all car accidents lead to a lawsuit, many do. With this in mind, it is important to be prepared and make sure you understand your rights, should you …
What NOT To Do After A Car Accident
Being involved in a car accident of any kind can be a very scary and overwhelming experience. Regardless of whether it was a minor fender bender or a more serious collision, it is important that you know what to do, and what NOT to do. Many people do not realize this, but your actions immediately following a car accident can …
Dallas Police Investigating Deadly Hit-and-Run-Accident
Dallas police continue to investigate a mid-August deadly hit-and-run accident near DuPont Drive in Oak Cliff. According to the accident report, shortly before 10:30 pm on August 11 officers found a body in the eastbound lanes of Ledbetter Drive. Investigators on the scene determined the victim had been struck by not one, but two vehicles, neither of which stopped. The …
Construction Accidents – Which States are the Worst?
The construction industry is inherently dangerous, but some states are worse than others for workers. In fact, the construction industry is the single most dangerous industry in the United States. Some of the top states for injuries and accidents within the construction industry are North Dakota (leading the pack), Wyoming, West Virginia, Alaska, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Texas. Why are …
Truck Accidents – Which States are The Worst
Highways are becoming increasingly dangerous, especially in Texas and Louisiana. With more than 1,000 people moving to Texas per day, it is no wonder accidents take place at an alarming rate. You may also have noticed an increase in the number of large trucks that are on Texas and Louisiana highways in recent years. Unfortunately, these vehicles are often involved …
Motorcycle Accidents–Which States are the Worst?
It should come as no surprise that motorcycle accidents happen at an alarming rate, especially during the busy summer season. In many cases, motorcycle accidents result in serious injuries or fatalities. This is why it is so important to take all the necessary safety precautions and even refresher classes on how to ride from time to time. No matter how …