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Negligent Entrustment in Texas Car Accidents

Motor vehicles are dangerous, and should be treated as such. They should not be lent or entrusted to someone incapable of handling the car with the care and prudence required. If you get hurt in…

Legal Rights of Pedestrians Hit by Cars in Downtown Austin

Pedestrian-vehicle collisions are some of the worst types of accidents in Austin, with a high potential for serious and fatal injuries. These accidents are almost always preventable, and are often caused by careless and reckless…

How Expert Witnesses Support Construction Injury Claims in Texas

Getting injured in a construction accident in Texas can lead to serious injuries in addition to expenses and communications from insurance companies that can be overwhelming. Filing an injury claim can provide you with justice…

Non-Economic Damages After a Construction Accident in Austin

Construction jobs are some of the most dangerous in Texas, with numerous accidents, injuries, and worker deaths reported each year. If a construction accident is caused by someone else’s negligence or lack of proper care,…

[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas

Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion…

How Vicarious Liability in Texas Works

If you get hurt in an accident that should have been prevented by another person or party, you may be able to hold that party liable, or legally and financially responsible, for your injuries. Before…

How to Document Catastrophic Injuries After a Car Accident

Every year, thousands of Texans visit emergency rooms seeking treatment for serious injuries sustained in automobile accidents. Car crashes are a leading cause of unintentional injuries and deaths in Texas. Sadly, individuals with catastrophic and…

Filing a Catastrophic Injury Claim Under the Texas Tort Claims Act

If you get injured in an accident in Texas that is caused by the mistakes or carelessness of another person, you may be able to recover financial compensation from that party to help you pay…

What to Do After a Rideshare Crash in Austin

Rideshare transportation is one of the most popular ways to get around Austin. Every year, Uber and Lyft transport thousands of riders throughout the city. Unfortunately, not all riders reach their destinations safely.  If you…

Traumatic Brain Injuries From Construction Falls    

Every year, the construction industry is at the top of the list of most dangerous jobs in Texas. Falls are an extremely common type of construction accident, with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) being one possible…

Negligent Entrustment in Texas Car Accidents

Motor vehicles are dangerous, and should be treated as such. They should not be lent or entrusted to someone incapable of handling the car with the care and prudence required. If you get hurt in…

Legal Rights of Pedestrians Hit by Cars in Downtown Austin

Pedestrian-vehicle collisions are some of the worst types of accidents in Austin, with a high potential for serious and fatal injuries. These accidents are almost always preventable, and are often caused by careless and reckless…

How Expert Witnesses Support Construction Injury Claims in Texas

Getting injured in a construction accident in Texas can lead to serious injuries in addition to expenses and communications from insurance companies that can be overwhelming. Filing an injury claim can provide you with justice…

Non-Economic Damages After a Construction Accident in Austin

Construction jobs are some of the most dangerous in Texas, with numerous accidents, injuries, and worker deaths reported each year. If a construction accident is caused by someone else’s negligence or lack of proper care,…

[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas

Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion…

How Vicarious Liability in Texas Works

If you get hurt in an accident that should have been prevented by another person or party, you may be able to hold that party liable, or legally and financially responsible, for your injuries. Before…

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The Statute of Limitations for Car Accident Claims in Texas

Texas laws regarding time limits for filing personal injury claims can dramatically impact your ability to recover fair compensation. Here is what you need to know about the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Texas. What Are Statutes…

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How to Obtain a Copy of Your Austin Car Accident Police Report 

If you are involved in a car accident, you may need a car accident police report for your claim. Here is what you need to know about obtaining your Austin car accident police report. When Are Car Accident Reports Made?…

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Texas Car and Booster Seat Laws

Modern cars are one of the safest forms of transportation. They have been designed with a plethora of safety features like seat belts, airbags, and crumple zones. However, these safety features are much more effective for adults than they are…

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Are There Different Types of Motorcycle Licenses in Texas?

Motorcycles are popular in Texas. The state is in the top 10 for the highest number of motorcycle registrations nationwide. In 2021, there were almost 343,300 motorcycles registered in the Lonestar State. If you want to ride a motorcycle in…

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Understanding Negligent Infliction Of Emotional Distress in Texas

If you get hurt in an accident in Texas, you may be able to file a personal injury claim in pursuit of financial compensation for your injuries and related losses. While you generally cannot sue for the negligent infliction of…

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What Are the Insurance Requirements for Commercial Trucks in Austin, TX?

Most drivers in Austin, TX, don’t give a moment’s thought to commercial trucking insurance requirements — until they’re injured in a truck accident. Suddenly, commercial trucking coverage limits become a pressing concern. Not every commercial truck driver in Austin carries…

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Right-of-Way Laws in Texas

Some of the most basic Texas right-of-way laws are so familiar that they seem like common sense. For example, everyone knows that you can only make a right on red if there’s no oncoming traffic. However, Texas law sets forth…

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Exceptions To the Texas Statute of Limitations, Explained

If you have been injured by someone’s wrongful or negligent actions in Texas, you may have the right to file a civil lawsuit to seek financial recovery for the losses you have suffered. Among the many rules governing personal injury…

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Legal Win Is Reminder that UIM Insurers in Texas Must Treat Insured’s Fairly

Auto insurance companies have been misinterpreting Texas law for years, believing themselves to be immune from the consequences of treating their insureds in bad faith while handling uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UIM) claims. After a lengthy, multi-phase legal battle…

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