Are you the parent of an older teenager? If so, you can probably notice their excitement when summer break comes around. Summer brings freedom because they don’t have to worry about school for a while. It’s also a fun time to enjoy the sunshine. However, at the top of...
When Texas pedestrians get hit by motor vehicles, the outcome is often severe. People out walking or jogging do not have the structure of a vehicle or the protection of safety restraints to reduce their injury risk. Even low-speed crashes can lead to broken bones and...
Those in motor vehicles have to share the road with numerous other parties. Larger vehicles are more of a safety issue than vehicles that are close in size in the event of vehicle collisions. The greater the discrepancy between the vehicles involved in a collision,...
Technically, motorcycles are motor vehicles, but they are vastly different than four-wheeled vehicles. Texas motorcyclists typically need special licensing to legally operate a motorcycle. They also have different safety concerns when compared with those in larger...
Winter weather in Austin, Texas, may be a rare occurrence, but when it hits, it can catch drivers off guard. Snow and ice can transform familiar roads into hazardous landscapes, demanding extra caution from motorists. To ensure your safety and the safety of others on...
When your son or daughter enters college, you can proudly perceive them as a young adult who is largely capable of making their own choices and mistakes. However, it helps to remember that some mishaps can be too overwhelming for a young adult to face alone....
A crash between a semi-truck and a smaller vehicle will often be devastating for those in the passenger vehicle. The vehicle itself will likely become unsafe to drive, and the occupants could very easily suffer major injuries. Although semi-trucks typically have more...
Unlike compensatory damages, which aim to indemnify a plaintiff for their losses, punitive damages are meant to penalize the wrongdoer and help prevent future misconduct. Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, according to the Texas Civil Practice and...
Every time a pedestrian in Texas crosses the street, they run the risk of a collision with a motor vehicle. Sometimes, pedestrians get killed in crashes caused by someone driving a car. Even when they use a marked crosswalk and check the street carefully before...
Motorcycle riders in Texas have thousands of miles of open road to enjoy and beautiful natural vistas to tour. Whether someone goes for weekend relaxation rides with friends or commutes to work every day on their motorcycle when the weather is good, they typically...
