Whether you’re in Brownsville or in the heart of McAllen, it’s hard to ignore the countless news headlines we’re bombarded with every day. From lawsuits arising due to hot coffee, or more unorthodox reasons like a lost pair of trousers, it’s quite obvious that the media focuses on the outrageous rather than the practical, which… Read More
Category: Lawsuit
by Amber Cortez | March 23rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit
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
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 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
by Amber Cortez | January 13th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit
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
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