When driving while distracted, all it takes is a brief moment of not being mindful and you can easily cause a serious collision. With April being Distracted Driving Awareness Month, our McAllen car accident attorneys want to explain the importance of being aware of the laws that protect Texans from distracted drivers. What Is Considered… Read More
Month: April 2021
by Amber Cortez | April 29th, 2021 | Driving Tips
What Traffic Laws are in Place to Protect Texans From Distracted Drivers?
by Amber Cortez | April 28th, 2021 | Auto Accident
One Dead After Crash Involving Drunk Driver In Pharr
On the early morning of Saturday, April 24th, a fatal two-vehicle collision left a 50-year-old man dead after being rear-ended by a presumed drunk driver. Details About the Incident According to local authorities, the accident occurred at approximately 3:00 a.m. at the intersection of Cage Blvd. and Javelina Drive in Pharr. The 50-year-old man was… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 22nd, 2021 | Auto Accident
Single-Vehicle Tesla Accident Kills 2 Men Near Houston
On the night of April 17th, a single-vehicle accident involving a Tesla vehicle left 2 dead. As per reports, neither of the victims were in the driver’s seat. Details About the Incident According to local authorities, the accident took place near Spring, TX, at approximately 11:25 p.m. The 2019 Tesla Model S was traveling at… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 22nd, 2021 | Auto Accident
One Dead Following Street Sweeper Accident On I-45 In Houston
On the early morning of Monday, April 19th, a fatal accident involving a street sweeper occurred on the 20000 block of Interstate 45 South in Houston. Details About the Accident According to local authorities, the accident occurred at approximately 2:20 a.m. The accident involved two street sweepers, a crash truck, and a 1995 Montero Sport… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 19th, 2021 | Auto Accident, Driving Tips, Legal Representation
How Do You Prove That the Driver Who Caused Your Accident Was Distracted?
A vehicle is a piece of heavy machinery that requires a driver’s total attention, and in recent years, distracted driving has become increasingly concerning. When involved in a car accident, it’s important to try to uncover the cause, and in many instances, a distracted driver may be to blame. A trusted and respected McAllen car… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 12th, 2021 | Auto Accident
4-Vehicle Crash Leaves 7 Injured In Austin
On the morning of Saturday, April 10th, a four-vehicle crash occurred that injured seven individuals in North Austin. Details About the Accident According to Austin-Travis County EMS, the accident occurred at approximately 11:00 a.m. at the intersection of North Lamar Boulevard and West Parmer Lane. While details still remain vague to how the accident happened,… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 12th, 2021 | Auto Accident
Head-On Collision Leaves One Dead, Four Injured
On the early morning of Wednesday, April 7th, an intoxicated driver in Houston caused a head-on collision that resulted in one fatality and left four others in critical condition. Details About the Accident According to local authorities, the accident occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. on the Westpark Tollway. The driver of a gray Infiniti was… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 12th, 2021 | Auto Accident
San Benito Accident Kills 16-Year-Old, Hospitalizes Three
On the evening of Monday, April 5th, a two-vehicle collision in San Benito took the life of a 16-year-old and injured three others. Details About the Accident According to local authorities, the accident occurred at around 8:00 p.m., just south of Resaca Llena Drive on F.M. 732. Early reports indicate that the driver of a… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 8th, 2021 | Legal Representation
Who Is Liable When an Emergency Vehicle Is In an Accident?
When you’re on the road and you hear an emergency vehicle siren blaring, your first instinct is to move out of the way to avoid delays for the emergency responders and, of course, to prevent an accident. Not to mention, it’s the law. But what happens when an emergency vehicle is involved in an accident?… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 7th, 2021 | Recent News
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Each day, countless car accidents occur on Texas roadways, and distracted driving accounts for a significant portion of them. Every year, April is designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month to bring greater attention to this kind of car accident and its impact on our lives. Organizations that promote safe driving (e.g. the National Safety Council,… Read More