Distracted driving is a public health issue that affects us all. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the latest statistics show that each day about 9 Americans are killed and more than 1,000 are injured in crashes involving a distracted driver, including motorcycle crash injuries. It’s one of sev[...]
Date: April 10, 2018 / Pedestrian Injury / Personal Injury / Vehicle Wrecks
Every year, approximately 1% of the U.S. population is injured in car crashes; that’s 3,000,000 injured Americans every year! People are accustomed to hearing about damage to necks and backs from car wrecks. However, according to Dr. Todd Buckley with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Center for PTSD, “Ment[...]
Date: April 4, 2018 / Traumatic Brain Injuries / Vehicle Wrecks
According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), 3,720 people died on Texas roadways in 2017. And the Insurance Council of Texas states that since our low of 2,761 in 2010, traffic deaths in our state have increased by over one-third (34%). So many people are moving to Texas — more than 1,000 people a day — wh[...]
Date: March 27, 2018 / Vehicle Wrecks
A bipartisan bill that would mandate underride sideguard rails on truck trailers to prevent vehicles from sliding under them is being vetted by Congress as it makes its way through the legislative process. The “Stop Underrides Act of 2017” would require underride guards to be placed on trailers and on the front of trucks; it [...]
Date: February 9, 2018 / Vehicle Wrecks
It’s difficult to prepare ourselves for the day we get in a car wreck. But the truth is, what you do the first few minutes after your accident has a disproportionate affect on how things will turn out for you. Here are a few standard hints to help you deal with various types of damages in a car accident, issues of liability, an[...]
Date: January 24, 2018 / Vehicle Wrecks
Drivers know not to text and drive, but they still do. Now that Texas has legally outlawed it, it’s natural to wonder how effective a ban is. There is reliable evidence that states with texting bans, aimed at preventing distracted driving causing accidents, are saving lives. Delaware was the first state to pass a no-texting [...]
Date: December 19, 2017 / Vehicle Wrecks
As of September 1, 2017, Texas motorists are now subject to a new set of rules on texting and driving. The Offense Texas House Bill 62 created consequences for drivers who read, write, or send an electronic message from a portable wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle, which has become even more crucial [...]
Date: November 20, 2017 / Vehicle Wrecks
Texting while driving is a dangerous distraction – and as of September 1, 2017, it will be illegal in Texas. In May, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law a measure that bans driver texting and emailing while the vehicle is moving. This law expands the current law that prohibits texting in school zones. Texting while drivi[...]
Date: August 26, 2017 / Vehicle Wrecks
Houston residents are no strangers to floods. They have become an ever-present reality in our lives over recent years, and our city’s infrastructure is obviously struggling to meet the demands caused by flash floods. If you're seeking flood damage compensation in Houston, our experienced team can help you navigate the process e[...]
Date: February 28, 2017 / Vehicle Wrecks[caption id="attachment_5504" align="alignleft" width="300"] Should I give a recorded statement?[/caption] It’s only natural to want to tell your side of the story—especially when you’ve been wronged. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, one of the first things an insurance adjuster will ask you to do is give a[...]
Date: June 22, 2016 / Vehicle Wrecks
