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How to Report a Car Accident in Texas
A car accident can be overwhelming as a victim. You might not know where to turn or how to find relief. One of the most important steps during a claim to damages is to report the car accident. If you fail to report a serious crash, you could receive a fine. You will also…
Common Rear-End Collision Injuries in Texas
A rear-end collision occurs when the front of one vehicle crashes into the rear of another. These accidents most commonly stem from driver errors such as driving while distracted, drowsy or drunk, as well as tailgating and speeding. They can cause minor injuries at slow speeds or catastrophic and fatal injuries at higher speeds….
Working From Home Does Not Excuse Employers From Safety Responsibility
Under the current situation, fighting the coronavirus (COVID-19), many more people than usual are working from home than is usually the case. This has already been a problem for several years, but the situation has been a problem for some time, ever since companies began to figure out that technology makes it possible to…
Texas Traffic Safety Experts Concerned Over State Accident Stats
Earlier this week., the San Antonio Police Department identified the 43-year-old man who died after a vehicle crash on the city’s Northeast Side last Thursday morning. According to police, Christopher Hayslet was killed when he crashed his sedan into a dark-colored sport utility vehicle just before 7 a.m. on the I-35 north access road…
Oil and Gas Workers Need More Protection
As a state, Texas is one of the largest homes of some of the most common locations for the oil and gas industry in the country. Yet, no matter how many jobs are created in that industry, these jobs are almost always among the most dangerous anywhere, Government Statistics Point to a Problem According…
Might COVID-19 Lead to More Truck Accidents?
We truly hope this isn’t a lasting legacy of the coronavirus pandemic. However, a decision by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FCMSA) to ease regulations on the trucking industry is potentially very troubling. As a way to get needed supplies to emergency departments at hospitals and urgent care…
Fatal San Antonio DWI Crash Takes Texas Police Official’s Life
Earlier in March, Rodney Rheiner, a retired Converse Police Department assistant chief, was killed in San Antonio in an alleged DUI accident. The tragic accident occurred on Tuesday, March 12. As part of their investigation, San Antonio police identified one of the victims as Rodney “Rex” Rheiner, who was the passenger in a Lincoln SUV…
How to Deal With Insurance Adjusters After a Car Crash
Someone with the title of insurance claims adjuster will contact you shortly after you file an auto accident insurance claim in Texas. It is important to understand the adjuster’s goals for your conversation, as well as to prepare what you will say ahead of time. Otherwise, you could make a critical error. The claims…
How Is Liability Determined in Texas Car Accidents?
Liability is a major factor in car accident cases in Texas. Texas uses a conventional fault-based insurance system, meaning determining liability is necessary before a car accident victim can call an insurance company to submit a claim. The insurance provider of the at-fault party will be responsible for paying damages. Determining liability and proving…
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Company?
After an accident of any type, it can be difficult to know who is on your side. An insurance claims adjuster, for example, may appear to want to help you. The adjuster might be friendly, accommodating, and reasonable. In reality, however, claims adjusters have one main goal: to convince you to settle your claim…