Many car accidents occur due to negligent driving, defective vehicle parts, or poorly designed and maintained roads. However, one factor contributes to a significant number of collisions: inclement weather conditions. Car accidents caused by weather conditions like rain, fog, or snow can be very dangerous and result in extensive damages. If you are involved in such a collision, it is important to speak…
A side impact occurs when one vehicle collides into the side of another, often caused by a failure to follow traffic laws and drive safely. These collisions can severely injure the occupants of either vehicle, especially the car that suffered the impact. Whiplash is one of the injuries that can result from a side impact collision. If you develop this painful condition after…
The effects of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be severe. A TBI occurs when you suffer a blow or jolt to the head, which causes significant damage to the brain. In the long-term, a brain injury can impact memory, concentration, movement, learning, and more. A TBI can be classified in many ways, which informs diagnosis, treatment, and outlook. One of the most…
Car accidents are unfortunately common in Texas. These collisions can occur for a variety of reasons, from distracted driving and failure to yield the right of way to aggressive and reckless driving. There is a significant difference between negligent and reckless driving. If you are involved in a motor vehicle collision, it is important to understand this difference so that you can appropriately…
A head injury can have a significant, long-term impact on a person’s financial, emotional, and physical well-being. As a result, many victims of brain injuries choose to pursue lawsuits and recover settlements to pay for their medical care, lost wages, property damage, and more. If you developed a head injury due to the actions of someone else, you may be eligible for legal…
If you have a child in the car, it is important to use the right car seat. Children’s car seats help keep smaller occupants safe when driving in a vehicle and may offer protection during a collision. Texas requires parents and guardians to use age and size-appropriate car seats until a child reaches a certain height. Failure to abide by these rules can…
When a loved one passes away, we place our trust in funeral homes, cemeteries, and other service providers who can handle the body according to the deceased’s final wishes. Unfortunately, not all professionals perform their duties with care. Some funeral homes or cemeteries mistakenly cremate bodies that are intended for burial. If your family has experienced wrongful cremation, you could hold the facility…
Many mistakes can occur at funeral homes. An employee may mislabel or misread a critical document. Facilities can ignore correspondence with family members that details how the deceased’s body should be handled. In some cases, a facility may lose a person’s remains completely. If your family trusted a funeral home to handle your loved one’s body and the facility loses his or her…
In a Texas personal injury case, not all injuries are physical. Many victims of unexpected accidents and acts of violence experience serious emotional distress following the incident. Emotional distress can make it difficult to go to work, spend time with loved ones, or engage in daily activities. While emotional distress can have a significant impact on a victim’s life, proving it can be…
When traveling in a motor vehicle, it is important to always wear a seat belt. These restraints significantly reduce the risk of death in the event of an accident, preventing vehicle occupants from being thrown around the vehicle or onto the road. If you are driving in Texas, you will need to be aware of the state’s seat belt laws and follow these…
