A new Texas law that took effect in September imposes strong penalties for motorists who cause pedestrian crashes due to negligent driving. Specifically, according to the act, drivers who cause physical harm to pedestrians may be charged with Class A misdemeanors. In...
Personal Injury
How does the state define negligence in personal injury cases?
You suffered injuries in a car accident, and it has left you hurting physically, emotionally and financially. You believe the other driver was at fault and should be accountable for your losses. As such, you’ve filed a claim with his or her insurance provider....
Texas car accident leads to 1 death, 1 injury
A woman has sadly lost her life in a tragic pedestrian accident involving two motor vehicles in Texas. In addition, a man was seriously injured in the accident. Sometimes, such accidents occur as a result of a driver’s negligence, which is grounds for litigation. The...
Accident involving car and semi claims 1 life, injures 1
A man has sadly lost his life in a tragic motor vehicle collision involving a car and a semi-truck in Texas. In addition, another man suffered injuries in the crash. The wreck took place along State Highway 36 on a Monday afternoon. At about 1:25 p.m., a 20-year-old...
Motor vehicle crash claims 1 life, leads to 1 injury
A woman has sadly lost her life in a Texas motor vehicle collision. Meanwhile, another woman suffered injuries in the car crash. At times, these types of car wrecks may result from the negligence of an individual behind the wheel, which may be grounds for pursuing a...
The top 5 foods people are eating while driving in 2020
Few people have never had something to eat or drink while driving. It’s just convenient to be able to grab a snack or meal on the way to the next destination. Perhaps you have done this on more than one occasion. Each year, Insure.com conducts a survey to determine...
Serious, sometimes disabling e-scooter accidents on the rise
Ever since tech companies began placing electronic scooters in Austin and cities across the U.S., injuries have been much more prevalent and serious than many people realize. Trauma centers are reporting daily accidents -- nationwide there could be as many as 1,000...
Chemical Exposure and Brain Injuries
Does Chemical Exposure Cause Brain Injuries? When workers are exposed to some toxic chemicals, it can cause severe brain injury, especially in cases of prolonged exposure. Certain toxic substances can bypass the blood-brain barrier and do serious damage,...
Do I Have to Submit to Field Sobriety Tests?
When you are pulled over by police officers for suspected drunk driving, there's a good chance you'll be asked to submit to field sobriety tests. If an officer asks you to take field sobriety tests, you will most likely have to do the following three: Single-leg...
Hospice Care Negligence
Hospice care (also known as palliative care, when begun at diagnosis) is for terminally ill people who have stopped life-saving treatment. It is intended to keep recipients comfortable and cared for during their final days. However, without proper caution, training,...