The Statute of Limitations: Why Time is of the Essence in Personal Injury Claims
In personal injury law, time is a critical factor that can significantly impact the outcome of your claim. Whether you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall incident, or any other unfortunate circumstance, understanding the statute of limitations is essential. In this article, we’ll explore why time is of the essence in […]
Can a Personal Injury Settlement be Garnished in Texas?
If you have been injured in an accident, you are already dealing with a lot. On top of that, you may have outstanding debts that you’re worried about paying, especially if you have to miss work to recover from your injuries. Considering that over 77% of Americans are carrying debt, you are not alone in […]
The Most Dangerous Highways in Texas
According to crash fatality data from the NHTSA in 2018, three of the fifty most dangerous highways in the US run through North Texas: I-20, I-35, and US-175. This could be why it’s been almost 23 years since we have gone a day without a traffic fatality in Texas. Causes of Traffic Accidents in Texas […]
Keep Your Teen Driver Safe on the Road
Did you know that car crashes are a leading cause of death for teenagers from 15-18 in the United States? Make sure your teen knows the rules of the road so they are as prepared as possible for their new adventure into driving on their own. Texas has a Graduated License Program The driver’s license […]
Beware of Ambulance Chasing Lawyers
If you have been injured in an accident, you have enough on your plate. You shouldn’t have to watch out for ambulance chasing scammers too. Unfortunately, it happens and it can be hard to differentiate a helpfulSamaritan from someone who is employed by a lawyer to get your information. Here’s what to watch out for: […]
What Does a Flashing Yellow Turn Arrow Mean?
On traffic signals in Texas, the left turn arrow can be solid green, flashing yellow, solid yellow, or solid red. Most of these correspond to a standard traffic light, where solid green means go, solid yellow means prepare to stop, and solid red means stop, but what does a flashing yellow turn signal mean? A […]
When to Call a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, the best time to call a personal injury lawyer is as soon as possible. In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is 2 years after the accident, but the sooner you get started, the better. Personal injury lawyers know their […]
How Long Do I Have to Sue After a Car Accident in Texas?
In Texas there is a 2 year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. That means you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim related to the accident. Don’t Wait to File a Claim While you technically have 2 years to file a personal injury claim, it’s […]
What to Do if You Are Injured on Someone Else’s Property in Texas
In Texas, Premises Liability Law states that a property owner must make sure their property is reasonably safe for licensees and invitees. What does that mean? Three Types of Visitors A licensee is a guest who is on the property for their own benefit – this could be a friend or a salesperson. An invitee […]
What to Do When an Ambulance Approaches You While Driving in Texas
We’ve all been there – you’re driving and you see the lights from an emergency vehicle in your rearview mirror. Don’t panic, here’s what you do. Pull Over to the Right If you see lights or hear sirens from an ambulance, fire truck, or police car approaching from behind you while you’re driving, you should […]