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New Year’s Crashes in Texas How to Avoid Them

Auto Accidents | Drunk Driving Accidents

Reporting for nearly five thousand crashes on Texas roadways cited alcohol as a contributing factor last year, and 38 Texans lost their lives in fatal motor vehicle crashes during the New Year’s holiday alone.

So, before you head out to ring in the New Year “right,” consider these things you can do to avoid spending the beginning of the year recovering from an auto accident.

Obviously, the 100 percent sure-fire way to avoid getting into a wreck on Texas roadways this New Year’s is to simply stay home.

Just because you don’t go out doesn’t mean you have to order in, give up on life, and tuck yourself into bed by dusk, though. Host an all-out celebration [...]

Here’s What Texans Should Do If Hurt by a Defective Holiday Gift

Christmas | Product Liability

‘Tis the season of giving and receiving, meaning countless new products and gadgets will be soon be exchanged. Unfortunately, instead of bringing joy, opening those gifts will end in unexpected injury, emergency medical visits, and ultimately, product liability claims for some.

If you or someone you love find yourself in this position due to a defective holiday gift, you owe it to yourself and your family to fight back against the parties responsible for your injuries. Unfortunately, chances are good that you will be going up against a business with far more experience in defective product liability law, and greater access to money and resources than you.

To help your case, follow the steps below:

Safety [...]

Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Texas?

Pedestrian Accidents

The Governor’s Highway Safety Association says that the most substantial factor contributing to pedestrian accidents is cell phone usage while driving. This is just one example of inattentive driving among a host of them: eating, programming a GPS or map application, messing with your audio system… and inattentive driving is just one reason for pedestrian accidents.

The majority of pedestrian accidents that occur in Texas fall under one of the following six common categories:

• Inattentive Driving
• Aggressive & Reckless Driving
• Driving When You Shouldn’t
• Poor Visibility
• Premises Pedestrian Accidents
• Pedestrian Precipitated Events

If you or someone you love has sustained serious injury as a pedestrian and you believe another’s negligence is responsible, a knowledgeable Weatherford personal injury lawyer experienced in [...]

Common Reasons Texans File for Wrongful Death Over the Holidays

Wrongful Death

It’s hard to imagine during what’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but statistics show that tragedy does strike during the holidays. When it results in the loss of a loved one, Texans are often left dealing with unexpected medical expenses, funeral costs, and the emotional trauma of the experience – all while trying to get through a time when everyone around them is cheery and celebrating togetherness.

If you find yourself in this type of situation, one of the easiest things to lose sight of is the fact that not all “accidents” are innocent or impossible to prevent. If another’s wrongful act, lack of skill, carelessness, or neglect led to your loved one’s death, this [...]