Category Archives: Auto Accident
Etiquette Tips to Remember After a Car Accident
Texans have a well-deserved reputation for hospitality, manners, and friendliness. A car accident, however, can put that reputation to the test and challenge the limits of one’s capacity for politeness. Observing proper etiquette after a crash isn’t just about being polite, though; it’s critical to protecting your ability to secure full and fair compensation… Read More »
What to Do After a Minor Car Accident in Texas
Experiencing a car accident, even a minor one, can be a stressful and confusing situation. Even so, it’s critical to take the right steps following the crash to protect your rights to make a claim for property damage and injuries you might have suffered. Understanding the steps to take immediately after a minor car… Read More »
Why You Should File a Police Report After a Car Accident in Texas
After a car accident, it’s common for one of the drivers (usually the one at fault) to suggest exchanging information and then going separate ways. Even if you are the injury victim, you might have somewhere to be and not be excited at the thought of calling the police, waiting around for them to… Read More »
Who’s At-Fault for Rear Accidents?
A rear-end collision occurs when the front of one car collides with the backside of another. Rear-end accidents are the most common type of car crash nationwide. Many people believe that, in a rear accident, the car in the back is always at fault. Is this true? Can the driver in front ever be… Read More »
Where Do Car Accidents Happen the Most?
Where Do Car Accidents Happen the Most? There’s a lot of discussion about when car accidents are most likely to occur: late nights, holidays, storms, etc. because accidents happen more often when there’s limited visibility, worse conditions, and more drunk drivers on the road. There’s less conversation about where car accidents happen most frequently…. Read More »
What Is PIP Coverage? Do I Need It in Texas?
Auto insurance is a necessary evil for drivers in Texas. It’s expensive to carry, but the law requires you to maintain certain levels of auto insurance, and for good reason: If you cause a crash and cause someone else to suffer $50,000 in medical costs, chances are you can’t afford to pay them back… Read More »
Preventing Chain Reaction Car Accidents
The moments just after a car accident can be even more frightening than the initial collision, especially if the accident occurred on a heavily trafficked freeway. Tractor-trailer trucks (or 18-wheelers) are very often involved in chain-reaction crashes. Should you find yourself in a multi-car pileup, your chances of suffering catastrophic injury are multiplied. Below,… Read More »
Did Your Airbags Fail to Deploy in a Car Accident?
Airbags are the last lifeline for car accident victims. They are meant to deploy when a car crash occurs, and whether they successfully deploy can be the difference between life and death for an accident victim. Unfortunately, there have been many claims in recent years that autos are being sold on the market with… Read More »
Car Accidents Caused by Tire Failure/Blowout
Depending on the cause, various parties may be liable. If another driver’s tire blows out because of improper maintenance, that driver is liable
Safe Driving Tips for the Holidays
The holidays provide a great opportunity to spend quality time celebrating with family and friends. If you’re attending Christmas gatherings and New Year’s Eve parties over the next two weeks, remember to act responsibly and avoid driving drunk. Drunk driving car accidents tend to spike during the holiday season, and the consequences are often… Read More »