Most Common Car Accident Injuries

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Every year, millions of Americans suffer severe injuries due to car crashes. According to the CDC, 3.9 million Americans visited the emergency room seeking auto accident injury treatment in 2010 and 2011. Hundreds of thousands were hospitalized. While car accidents can lead to a variety of injuries, the following are the most common: Traumatic Brain Injury Experts […]

If I Rear End Someone, Is It Always My Fault?

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It is a common myth that when you rear-end someone, it is always your fault. It is easy to see why this would be the case, but it is not necessarily true. There are many instances in which rear-ending someone could be considered the other driver’s fault, but you may need to take some extra steps to […]

How to Make Car Accident Police Reports in Texas

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If you are involved in a car accident in Texas resulting in property damage exceeding $1000, injuries, or death, you are obligated by Texas law to report the accident to the police within 10 days from the date of the collision. Consequences of failing to report a vehicle crash to law enforcement include a $5000 fine or […]

What to Know about Texas’ New Texting While Driving Law

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Distracted driving accidents resulting from texting have risen nationwide. As of September 1, it’s illegal in Texas to text while driving. Texas was one of only a few states not to have already enacted such a ban. Governor Greg Abbott seeks even further limitations, as he wants to ensure county and local government cannot override […]

Choosing the Right Attorney for a Car Accident Case

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If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident, your world has changed in an instant. You don’t know when or whether you’ll work again, or how bills will get paid. You no longer have transportation. While recuperating and in pain, you’re also worried about the accident and its repercussions. In such a situation, choosing […]

Finding Fault in a Car Accident: A Complicated Process

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Finding who is at fault in a car accident can sometimes be very easy to do. But other times, determining fault can be quite difficult. Adding to the difficulty are a number of factors: Who is involved in determining fault. This includes law enforcement, insurance companies, and the court system. Who is at fault vs. […]

Realizing Your Injuries Days After an Accident

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One of the principles of accident law is to document any injuries as soon as possible. The attending physician needs to create a medical report detailing the extent of the damage done. This report is an essential part of winning a personal injury lawsuit. The courts look favorably upon plaintiffs, the victims, who can provide […]

Dallas Drivers on Snowy Roadways

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Snowmageddon. Snowzilla. A few flakes of snow, but more likely ice, and people around the DFW Metroplex talk about it like it’s the end of the world. Even a light snowfall terrifies people; drivers skid off the road, everyone buys milk and eggs, and schools close. Life is canceled when snow and/or ice hits the […]

How to Drive Safely While Traveling Over Christmas and New Year’s Day

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Have you ever been injured in a car accident while traveling during the holidays? If so, you’re probably aware of the increased risk of traffic accidents at this time. If not, you might consider yourself fortunate; the odds may be against you. According to a U.S. Department of Transportation study cited by Forbes, Inc., since […]