A truck driver’s vehicle is large, can weigh several tons and covers lots of ground on the road. The typical tractor-trailer is 48 feet long and over 13 feet tall. Visibility can be difficult when a driver is backing up and communication is key if a person is around the vehicle on foot when it… Read More
Year: 2016
by Amber Cortez | February 24th, 2016 | Lawsuit, Legal Representation
Hidalgo Man Files Lawsuit Against Trucking Company Following Serious Accident
by Amber Cortez | February 18th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
Driver Files Lawsuit After Collision with Tractor-Trailer
According to The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, semi-truck driving is one of the top 10 most dangerous professions in the country. These drivers are sitting for many hours at a time, making them predisposed to dealing with fatigue on the road. In addition to long hours of driving, truck drivers are also increasing strain… Read More
by Amber Cortez | February 10th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Legal Representation
Illegal Street Race Leads to Collision in McAllen
The State of Texas creates, passes and enforces laws to keep drivers on our roads safe. Oftentimes, though, many people find themselves in situations where other drivers abuse this privilege and decide to act recklessly. When this happens, victims are typically burdened with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, months or years worth of therapy and… Read More
by Amber Cortez | February 2nd, 2016 | Blog, General, Lawsuit
Beaumont Mother Files Lawsuit After Children Suffer Injury in Car Accident
Driving safely should be a concern for all motorists, especially those with children. It comes as second nature for most parents to always be on the lookout for their little ones. Oftentimes, however, there are forces beyond our control that can put those that we love most in harm’s way. This was the unfortunate circumstance… Read More
by Amber Cortez | January 28th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, General, Lawsuit
Lawsuit Filed After Driver Runs Red Light and Causes Accident
Traffic lights are obviously meant to keep us safe on the road. With large amounts of traffic in cities increasing each year, the importance of traffic lights and signs increases with it. However, there are certain times when drivers fail to adhere to traffic rules and cause accidents. Thousands of drivers are injured in car… Read More
by Amber Cortez | January 21st, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, General, Lawsuit
Daingerfield Woman Files Lawsuit After Collision with Tractor-Trailer
Driving unsafely in poor weather is almost always a recipe for disaster. One of the most common weather conditions resulting in car accidents is fog. Visibility is severely limited and it’s difficult to react quickly when a hazard suddenly appears on the road before you. A Daingerfield woman was the unfortunate victim of a collision… Read More
by Amber Cortez | January 13th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit
Lawsuit Filed Against Nederland Couple Following Accident
Driving is a luxury many take for granted. It’s one that requires strict attention and a significant amount of responsibility in order to ensure the safety of everyone on the road. It’s important to remember that most drivers are aware of this, but a small fraction tend to either forget or ignore the obligation of… Read More
by Amber Cortez | January 4th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, General, Lawsuit
Car Accident Involving City of Galveston Employee Leads to Lawsuit
Driving is one of the greatest luxuries imaginable. We always expect other drivers to take precautions when operating their vehicles, so it comes as a surprise to many whenever a car accident occurs. It can even be nerve-racking if the other person was responsible. In late December, two Galveston residents filed a lawsuit against the… Read More