In Texas, distracted drivers using cell phones cause one out of five car crashes. This alarming trend has become such a widespread epidemic that in 2014, there were 100, 825 collisions involving distracted drivers. Of these accidents, 3,214 suffered serious injuries and 468 drivers or passengers died as a result. This is a 6% increase… Read More
Author: Amber Cortez
by Amber Cortez | March 23rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit
by Amber Cortez | March 15th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
One of the most inconvenient things a driver can face is having their car break down. Stranded on the side of the road can leave a motorist feeling helpless and unsure of how to handle their problem. If a driver is not mechanically inclined to address minor engine-related issues or other vehicle factors, they’ll have… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 10th, 2016 | Auto Accident
Just like everything else in life, the weather can play a huge role in what we do or how we go about our day. Occasionally, the climate will give us trouble on the road. A school bus outside of San Antonio recently discovered just how dangerous streets can be when Mother Nature doesn’t create the… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 3rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit, Legal Representation
It isn’t unusual to build an urge to drive after obtaining a license. Cruising up and down Business 83 or taking a little road trip to South Padre Island immediately comes to mind. Accidents can happen when we least expect them and they can be overly burdening if another driver is at fault. This was… Read More
by Amber Cortez | February 24th, 2016 | Lawsuit, Legal Representation
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
by Amber Cortez | February 18th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
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
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
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
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
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