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Who Is at Fault in Most Motorcycle Accidents in Texas?
There are both similarities and differences between a standard motor vehicle accident and a motorcycle accident in Texas. One similarity is that the injured victim must determine fault before filing an insurance claim. One difference is that in a motorcycle accident, it is more common for a driver to try to blame the motorcyclist….
What Are the Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Texas?
If you are one of many people who ride a motorcycle in Texas, it is imperative to do what you can to reduce your risk of getting into an accident. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the number of motorcyclist deaths has increased dramatically over the last couple of years in the state,…
What Are the Main Causes of Pedestrian Accidents in Texas?
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most devastating types of collisions. They are often catastrophic or fatal for pedestrians, as the human body cannot withstand the impact of a large and heavy motor vehicle. In 2020, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles reported 717 pedestrian deaths due to traffic accidents. If you walk or…
How is Fault Determined When a Car Hits a Bicyclist in Texas?
The injuries from a vehicle-bicycle collision can be immense, especially for the bicyclist. In Texas, the law requires accident victims to determine fault before they can file insurance claims to pay for their injuries and losses. Motor vehicle drivers are not automatically at fault for bicycle accidents. Instead, fault, when a car hits a…
8 Steps To Take After a San Antonio Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents occur frequently on the roads and highways of Texas. Even with less traffic on the road in 2020, the Texas Department of Transportation reported a 17 percent increase in motorcyclist deaths compared to 2019. In 2020, 482 motorcyclists lost their lives and 1,856 were seriously injured in traffic accidents in Texas. If…
What To Do After a Hit-And-Run Bicycle Accident in Texas
A hit-and-run accident is when a driver flees the scene without stopping. Hit-and-run bicycle accidents are dangerous, as an injured cyclist may not receive the immediate medical care that he or she needs. It can also make it more difficult – or even impossible – for the bicyclist to recover the financial compensation that…
6 Questions to Ask a Pedestrian Accident Lawyer
If you get injured in a pedestrian accident in Texas and wish to pursue financial compensation for your medical bills and other losses, you may need assistance from a pedestrian accident lawyer. It is important to take care in selecting your lawyer. The lawyer you retain can make a difference to the outcome of…
Determining Liability for Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
Pedestrian accidents cause some of the most serious injuries of all traffic accidents. Pedestrians are vulnerable to severe injuries such as bone fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries when hit by motor vehicles. It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for a pedestrian accident. Although the driver of the motor…
Where Do Most Bicycle Accidents Occur?
A bicycle accident has the power to severely or permanently injure a cyclist. In 2019 alone, 68 bicyclists lost their lives in bicycle accidents in Texas. Every year, organizations such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Texas Department of Transportation collect crash data in an effort to learn where bicycle…
What Percent of Bicycle Accidents Involve an Automobile?
Bicycle accidents take place often in San Antonio. These collisions can be devastating for cyclists, causing severe injuries such as bone fractures and traumatic brain injuries. Motor vehicle drivers are often at fault for these collisions for mistakes such as failing to see bicyclists or ignoring rights-of-way. Statistics show that about 96 percent of…