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How Often Is Speeding a Factor in Fatal Car Wrecks?

Speeding is one of the leading causes of fatal car wrecks in the United States. In 2022, speeding killed 12,151 people and left many others injured. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) defines speeding as exceeding the posted speed limit, driving too fast for road conditions, or racing. Speeding endangers the lives of [...]

Date: October 21, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Do You File a Car Accident Claim Against a Government Entity?

When you sustain injuries in a car accident, the law is simple: you can seek compensation against the party responsible by filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit. If your claim is valid and you prove negligence, you can receive compensation for all of your losses. However, when filing a claim against a government entity or its emp[...]

Date: October 18, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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3-Car Accident: Who Pays?

When a two-vehicle collision occurs, identifying the at-fault party is more straightforward than an accident involving more than 2 vehicles. The responsible party pays damages to the victim of the accident. Multi-vehicle collisions are more complex, often leading to the question of who pays damages to the victim. This blog will an[...]

Date: October 17, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Understanding the Basics of Premises Liability

Legal terms often sound more complicated than they should. The jargon attorneys and officials use can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be that way. One of the most common types of injury cases is premises liability. The idea behind premises liability is that property owners are responsible for keeping their property safe.[...]

Date: October 16, 2024 / Premises Liability
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Can You Seek Compensation for Minor Car Accident Injuries?

Motor vehicle accidents can result in minor, severe, or catastrophic injuries. When the injuries are severe or catastrophic, the victim will likely seek compensation. Severe or catastrophic injuries are accompanied by significant medical bills and sometimes long-term disabilities that affect a person’s ability to work and lead a no[...]

Date: October 15, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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What Is the Deadliest Type of Car Crash?

Vehicle accidents can be minor or catastrophic, with some crashes more dangerous and likely to be fatal than others. There are different fatal car crash types — from rear-end collisions, side impacts, and head-on crashes to rollovers — but the data shows that some have more fatal outcomes than others. Knowing the deadliest type o[...]

Date: October 14, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Can You Tell Who Hit Whom in a Car Accident?

After a car accident in Texas, it is crucial to first establish who was at fault. If there is direct evidence, proving liability will be straightforward. However, as we have often seen, clear evidence is not always available after a car accident. If this is the case, fault will likely be disputed, leading to the question: How can you[...]

Date: October 11, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Five Factors That Determine How Long a Car Accident Settlement Takes

After a car accident, what follows can be overwhelming. You will be saddled with injuries, medical bills, vehicle damage, out-of-pocket expenses, and other financial burdens. As a result, injured victims who decide to seek compensation from the at-fault party often ask how long a settlement will take. Unfortunately, the car accide[...]

Date: October 10, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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When Should I Sue After a Car Accident?

After a car accident that led to injuries, expensive medical bills, damage to your vehicle, and time away from work, you might wonder what your legal options are. Injury victims often ask whether to accept an insurance settlement or file a lawsuit. This blog will discuss when you should sue after a car accident, how long you shoul[...]

Date: October 9, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Who Decides Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?

Determining who is at fault after a car accident can be complex and stressful, involving different parties and factors. Despite how challenging it can be, knowing who is at fault — even if it’s a minor accident — is crucial to filing a claim or lawsuit when seeking compensation. However, one question people often ask is who dec[...]

Date: October 9, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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What Can a Lawyer Do for You After a Car Crash?

Dealing with injuries, stress, and financial strain after a crash can be extremely exhausting. If you decide to pursue a bodily injury claim, the process can be overwhelming, especially if you are recovering from your injuries or have never handled a claim. But you don’t have to do it alone! Getting legal help after a car accide[...]

Date: October 8, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Navigating Four-Way Stops – What Happens When the Lights Go Out in Texas

Traffic lights are essential for maintaining order at intersections, but what happens when they malfunction or go out? Oftentimes, whether it’s caused by a hurricane or power outage, traffic lights may go down. This situation requires a clear understanding of traffic rules to ensure safety and avoid accidents. Understanding th[...]

Date: August 30, 2024 / Accident Attorney
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Can a Fatal Car Accident Also Be a Wrongful Death Case?

Losing a family member in an auto crash is a devastating event. The pain and anger, only increase when you learn that it was an avoidable accident caused by a negligent motorist. While nothing can bring your loved one back, your family may have to take legal action against the negligent driver. These types of claims are called a wron[...]

Date: August 13, 2024 / Wrongful Death
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Can You Sue a Hospital for Wrongful Death?

Can you sue a hospital for wrongful death? The answer to that question is a big "YES." If your family member died as a result of medical negligence, the hospital may be held liable, depending on the specific circumstances. Doctors, nurses, medical technicians, and other healthcare employees may be named in the wrongful death lawsuit [...]

Date: July 16, 2024 / Medical Malpractice / Wrongful Death
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What Applicants Should Know About Our Firm

At Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law, we are proud of the reputation we have earned – not only from hardworking Texans needing help with an injury but from our peers in the legal community. Much of our success comes from our firm’s ability to stay true to its core values. We take our role as legal advocates seriously, and we[...]

Date: July 1, 2024 / Accident Attorney / Personal Injury / Wrongful Death

How Do You Determine Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?

How do you determine who is at fault in a car accident? After a crash, the most important factor in determining fault is the evidence. However, evidence alone does not determine who is at fault. It is necessary to interpret the evidence through the lens of the law. How Do You Decide Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident? Look at the F[...]

Date: June 29, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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7 of the Most Common Workplace Violations

Accidents and injuries, including fatal ones, happen far too often in the workplace. Nationally, a worker is injured on the job every 7 seconds, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). The agency reported that in 2022, the number of preventable work deaths increased by 5%, totaling 4,695, and work-related injuries requiring m[...]

Date: June 27, 2024 / Workers Compensation / Workplace Safety News
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The Smaller the Car, the Greater the Injury?

Buying a smaller vehicle is an entirely logical move for most people. Smaller vehicles save money at the pump, because they typically get better gas mileage. Driving and parking in a city as big and populous as Houston is also easier when you have a smaller car rather than a large SUV or truck. However, when it comes to safety, it[...]

Date: June 25, 2024 / Accident Attorney