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Commercial trucks are usually some of the largest vehicles on the road. They require more time to speed up and slow down, and more space to maneuver. They also have more blind spots than most other vehicles. Texas highways are widely utilized by heavy commercial truck traffic, hence truck accident […]

Hands-Free Cellphone Use – How Safe Is it, Really? As of the date of this blog, Texas has no statewide law banning the use of cell phones while driving for all drivers. However, since 2009, more than 90 cities have adopted one of three different cellphone use bans: Ban on […]

Have you heard about Swoop and Settle? You’re driving on Mopac going home from work in bumper-to-bumper traffic Someone behind you is distracted on his/her cellphone and rear-ends your car. Your car is towed to a tow yard because it is not driveable. The next day, your entire body is […]

Why you should not count on the cops to gather evidence for your civil case Many people who are injured due to someone else’s fault often times leave the scene of an accident to get medical care, as they should do, but then delay hiring a personal injury attorney right […]

Statute of Limitations As in other claims, there is a statute of limitations regarding traffic accidents, including those involving 18-wheelers. Under Texas law, if you are injured in an accident, such as one involving an 18-wheeler, you must file your lawsuit within two years of your injury. If you fail […]

Sabias que…? Conoce tus derechos como trabajador Bajo la ley federal de los Estados Unidos, tu tienes derecho a trabajar en un lugar seguro. Tu patrón debe proveer in lugar de trabajo sin riesgos de salud o de seguridad. Si estas preocupado(a), tienes el derecho de hablar con tu patrón […]