All drivers on the roads must ensure they’re in the appropriate condition to drive. When they aren’t, serious crashes can occur. These can cause significant injuries or death. There are a few behaviors that drivers shouldn’t ever allow to happen. These are all causes...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What is the difference between a DWI and DUI in Texas?
In some states, the criminal code refers to drunk driving offenses as driving under the influence (DUI) infractions. Other states may charge someone with driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses. The qualifications for both kinds of alcohol-related driving offenses...
3 things to remember about brain injuries after car crashes
Driving safely is a priority for most people on the road. Despite our best efforts to remain safe, we may be struck by a driver who’s being negligent. This can lead to serious injuries, especially if the crash happens at higher speeds. You might walk away from a crash...
Crucial steps to take after a car accident
If you are involved in a car accident for the first time, you may be unsure exactly what you need to do after this rattling experience. For this reason, it’s important to consider the steps to take in advance so that you know how to approach the situation if it...
What can you do after a crash caused by an uninsured motorist?
Driving is a privilege that comes with numerous annual expenses. You have to pay a vehicle registration charge to the Texas state government every year. You also have to pay to renew your driver's license every few years. Beyond that, there are the actual costs for...
How catastrophic are semitruck accidents?
Car accidents happen every day. While that’s not a comforting fact, it could give you a better idea of what to expect next time you’re on the road. Car accidents can cause serious, even fatal injuries, but semitrucks may be even more dangerous. Texas has the highest...
Why would a trucking company be responsible for a crash?
If you get involved in a crash with an 18-wheeler, you may feel that it is the driver's fault. That truck driver made some sort of mistake and caused the accident. You know that you didn't do anything wrong, so the fault has to lie with them. But it may not. There are...
Not all injuries are physical after an auto accident
While anyone who goes through a serious crash does need to be examined for physical injuries, it’s also important for people to know that they could have psychological injuries as well. Combined with the pain of serious injuries and trauma, it is possible to have...
After a car accident, adrenaline can mask your pain
If you get into a serious car accident, you may initially think that you avoided significant injury. You may climb out of the car and wait for emergency crews to arrive, thinking only about how lucky you are. But are you? Or are you actually experiencing serious...
That snack is a distraction: Put it down and pull over
Did you know that eating behind the wheel is a kind of distracted driving? When you’re driving while eating, your mind may be on the food or drink you’re ingesting. You may not be focusing on the road ahead of you when a wrapper is poking up out of your hand or when...