Car Accidents

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of fatal car crashes in the U.S. In fact, CDC reports that distracted driving claims upwards of 3,000 lives every year. It also leads to over 420,000 injuries each year.  If you are involved in a car wreck that is attributable to another driver’s...

You knew you suffered serious injuries in the collision caused by another driver who blew through the stop sign. What you did not expect was that shattered glass caused the most severe injuries. Bits and shards of glass catapulted in every direction inside your vehicle, which rolled over several...

An essential part of road safety is vehicle maintenance. If your vehicle is up to standard in this regard, then it’s going to give you less trouble.  Often, drivers focus on the essentials such as the tires, brakes and engine. While these are crucial, it’s important not to overlook other aspects....

You may be tempted to put off a medical evaluation if you are involved in a minor fender bender. This is especially the case if you feel fine after the collision.  However, this isn’t a good idea. In any accident, your body releases the stress hormone, which activates your “fight or flight”...

The moments following a car accident can be traumatic and confusing, to say the least. Amidst the flurry of activities at the accident scene, remembering what to do and avoiding mistakes can be a tall order. Consequently, car accident victims often make costly mistakes that jeopardize their...

After being involved in a motor vehicle accident in Texas, it can be a difficult and confusing situation. Chances are you will have some questions about your rights and what options you have to recover compensation from the at-fault party.  When there are disputes about who is responsible for the...

Often, we take the things that are most important to us for granted. Our vision is just one example. Our visual and perceptual systems make crucial decisions for us every second of the day. During a car accident, this can all be placed at risk. Injuries to the eyes and surrounding areas are not...

When you see someone's headlights looming large in the rearview mirror, it feels concerning. You know that that driver is tailgating you and that they may cause an accident if anything happens. Even if nothing does, you're stressed the whole time by the vehicle that is just too close to your car....

The car wreck happened so fast you barely remember it. The other driver – who was running some errands for their boss at the time and distracted by their phone – was clearly at fault.  If the other driver caused your injuries, why should their boss have to pay? That’s where the legal concept of...

Most people insist that they are good drivers. In fact, most drivers think that they're above average, and they may complain about the lack of skill shown by drivers around them.  However, the fact of the matter is that most people are not good drivers, and they cause many car accidents. They may...