An SUV crashed into a Panda Express near the Valle Vista Mall in Harlingen. The incident occurred as the driver was attempting to park. About the Accident At approximately 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2018, an SUV crashed through the front area of a Panda Express on the 2000 block of Lincoln near Valle… Read More
Author: Amber Cortez
by Amber Cortez | May 4th, 2018 | Auto Accident
Driver Crashes Through Harlingen Restaurant
by Amber Cortez | May 4th, 2018 | Auto Accident, Personal Injury
Elderly Woman Dies in Raymondville Car Accident
On Tuesday, May 1st, an 81-year-old Illinois woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash near Raymondville. About the Crash According to DPS, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a white Chevrolet Traverse heading northbound on Interstate Highway 69 E and Farm-to-Market Road 490 suddenly veered to the left and hit the highway guardrail. The vehicle then went… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 27th, 2018 | Auto Accident, Recent News
Tragedies Across the Rio Grande Valley: Crashes Lead to Multiple Deaths
Multiple deadly accidents across the Rio Grande Valley have shaken our community in recent days. A two-vehicle crash in Monte Alto on April 21st left two people dead. The accident occurred just after 10 p.m. off FM 88. One vehicle was traveling north when the driver lost control and veered into the southbound lane, crashing… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 17th, 2018 | Blog, Legal Representation
Don’t Be a Victim! Beware Scamming Lawyers and Their Runners
While being approached by a lawyer after an accident may not seem like a big deal, it is actually against the law for a very good reason. When unethical lawyers do this, they are only interested in their own wallet. The team at J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys firmly believes that nobody should have to deal… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 16th, 2018 | 18 Wheelers, Auto Accident, News
Car on Fire: Major Accident in Cameron County
As reported by KTXS, DPS Troopers were on the scene of a major car accident in Cameron County on Monday, April 16th. Authorities said that the crash involved two 18-wheelers and several other vehicles. One of the vehicles is said to have caught on fire. Law enforcement is still investigating the crash and no details… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 14th, 2018 | Bus Accidents
How Dangerous Texas Roads? Multiple Accidents Involving Buses Lead to Multiple Deaths & Injuries
Multiple accidents involving buses occurred in Texas, all within a 3-day span. Tragically, these incidents included multiple deaths and injuries. The first accident occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 10th, in Walker County. A Kia Sorento was being driven recklessly on I-45 when the vehicle negligently crossed into the southbound lanes and struck a… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 5th, 2018 | 18 Wheelers, News
Commercial Truck Drivers Now Required to Use Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs)
Back in December 2017, a federal requirement that all 18-wheeler trucks nationwide be installed with an electronic logging device (ELD) went into effect. While the law was in a “soft enforcement” period, April 1st saw full implementation of this federal mandate. This means truck drivers, fleet owners, and trucking companies can now face stiff penalties… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 23rd, 2018 | Auto Accident
Pedestrian Accidents: What You Need to Know[:]
On the early Sunday morning of March 18th, a 25-year-old man attempted to cross a road in the Dallas suburb of Carrolton when he was struck by a vehicle. Rather than stopping to render aid, however, the driver fled the scene. The pedestrian was left on the road with extensive injuries and was transported in… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 15th, 2018 | General, News
Ford Recalls Almost 1.4 Million Cars Because Steering Wheel Can Come Off
On Wednesday, March 14th, Ford announced that they were recalling almost 1.4 million cars in North America after it was discovered that the steering wheels in two different models – the Ford Fusion and the Lincoln MKZ – could come off while driving. The automaker warned that the bolts on the steering wheels could potentially… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 7th, 2018 | Driving Tips
Five Roadside Safety Tips to Remember When Traveling During Spring Break
Spring Break vacation in Texas is just around the corner, and soon hundreds of out-of-towners will be swarming South Texas to get to South Padre Island. This is also the time when many locals will be heading north for some vacation time with family. But while traveling, a flat tire, mechanical breakdown, or accident can… Read More