Texas drivers have a responsibility to follow all traffic laws and operate their vehicles safely. To uphold this standard of care, motorists must keep their eyes, mind, and hands-on the act of driving at all times. Unfortunately, not all drivers follow these rules, engaging in dangerous and risky behaviors while they are supposed to focus on the road. Distracted driving, or the act…
Truck drivers have a responsibility to drive safely, follow Texas traffic laws, and adhere to state and federal trucking regulations. If a truck driver neglects to uphold this duty of care, he or she can lose control of the large, heavy-duty vehicle and cause a serious accident. Since trucks are much larger than passenger vehicles, these accidents often result in life-threatening injuries and…
Texas personal injury lawsuits rely on the concept of negligence, or an individual’s failure to uphold his or her duty of care. To secure compensation in a personal injury claim, you will need to provide clear evidence establishing the defendant’s negligence. However, liability is not always clear in personal injury claims; in some cases, the court may believe you are partially responsible for…
Texas, like most states, follows a fault-based system for car accidents. If you are in a collision that someone else caused, you may be eligible to receive full compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To secure this compensation, you will likely need to file a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. However, it is not enough to…
In Texas, thousands of people suffer injuries in car accidents each year. Since the state follows a fault insurance system, these victims have the right to collect compensation for their injuries if another driver is responsible for the accident. To secure this compensation, however, these victims will likely need to negotiate with an insurance adjuster. This negotiation process can be tricky. If you…
