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 in the most extreme cases, loss of life.

This was the unfortunate situation in McAllen in early January 2015 when a 20-year old man was tragically killed and another left in a coma following a collision between three vehicles, two of which were allegedly street racing.

The J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys is fully aware of how serious accidents impact victims and their families. Know what we’re here to provide the legal help you might need.

A Reckless Act

The incident occurred on January 5, 2016 when two men, both allegedly illegally racing and heading southbound on North 10^th St., collided with a Jeep traveling eastbound on Sprague. The Jeep’s driver was taken to the hospital with serious injuries and was last listed as being in a coma. The passenger of one of the racing vehicles was killed.

According to one of the racers, both vehicles were traveling in excess of 100 MPH when the accident occurred. A GoPro camera found in one of the two vehicles recorded the entire incident. In the recording, the drivers of both racing vehicles and a third man who’d been following them can be heard falsifying a story to be told to police where they would put blame on the Jeep’s driver.

One of the racers suffered cuts and broken bones. When contacted by police, he became uncooperative and has since become difficult to contact since his release from the hospital. The other driver was arrested in early February and charged with two counts of racing on a highway and causing serious bodily injury, both of which are second-degree felonies. If convicted, he faces between two and 20 years in prison.

Seek the Legal Help You Need

Losing a loved one to an act of recklessness on the road can be overwhelmingly devastating. No amount of compensation can fill the void left by their absence, but it can help settle any costs related to their accident, such as medical or funerary fees. The J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys understands that reckless driving can have serious consequences. Contact our personal injury lawyer in McAllen to get started on the process of building your case.

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 for a Beaumont mother whose children were injured following a car accident with a driver she claims was at fault.

We understand how important your loved ones are to you. Get in touch with us in McAllen to get started on your case if negligence played a role in your accident.

Alleged Negligence

The mother filed a lawsuit with the Jefferson County District Court on behalf of her three children whom she claims were injured in an accident caused by a negligent driver. According to the plaintiff, in early December of 2015, she was traveling eastbound on Blanchette Street when the defendant ran a red light while traveling northbound on Fourth Street.

The defendant struck the plaintiff’s vehicle, causing injuries to the three children in their necks, backs and bodies in general. The lawsuit is requesting monetary damages between $200,000 and $1 million along with medical expenses incurred in the past and those expected in the future.

Get the Legal Help You Need

The J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys takes pride in serving those who have been dealt serious injuries due to negligence caused by another party. If you believe your car accident was caused due to someone’s irresponsibility, know that we’re here to provide the legal help you need. Visit our personal injury lawyer in McAllen to get your case started.

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 accident-related incidents each year, leaving them with medical bills that can take serious tolls on their financial well-being. This was the unfortunate case with a woman in Beaumont who is suing a driver who ran a red light and struck her, allegedly leaving her with severe injuries.

Dealing with Injuries

The woman filed the lawsuit with the Jefferson County District Court in early January after claiming to have suffered severe injuries following a car accident caused by a traffic violation. The lawsuit states that in November of 2015, a man ran a red light and struck her vehicle.

The lawsuit lists the defendant as failing to control his speed or maintain proper awareness, failing to safely operate his vehicle and failing to yield the right-of-way to the plaintiff.

The woman is claiming the lawsuit stems from her suffering mental anguish, physical pain, lost wages, physical impairment, property damages and medical bills. She is also seeking costs for the lawsuit.

We Can Help

Dealing with injuries after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence is a burden that can take a heavy toll on anyone. Our personal injury lawyer in McAllen is ready to hear your story and build a case using all available evidence. Contact the J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys for more information on our services.

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 with a tractor-trailer due to thick foggy weather.

A negligent accident caused by poor weather can be financially difficult to deal with. Our firm can help you get through the process.

Poor Weather

The victim in the accident filed a complaint in early January 2016 with the Marshall Division of the Eastern District of Texas against the tractor driver and the company employing him.

The lawsuit states that in December of 2014, the driver of the tractor collided with the victim’s vehicle, an accident allegedly due to the defendant driving at an unsafe speed in foggy weather on U.S. Highway 259. Failure to keep a proper lookout was also listed as a cause.

The victim claims that she suffered bodily harm in the wreck along with damages affecting her ability to work. The extent of her injuries and other factors were not available. She is seeking damages and a jury trial.

At Your Side

Being the victim of an accident caused by poor weather can be difficult to deal with and recover from. Fortunately, the personal injury lawyer of the J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys is familiar with these sorts of cases. Get in touch with us in McAllen to get started on processing your claim if you or someone you love was the victim of a negligent car 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 being a driver. A Beaumont woman recently had to discover for herself just how serious driving could be when caution is overlooked.

An injury resulting from a car accident where negligence played a role can be hard to deal with. Let us know your story to see if you have a case.

A Claim of Negligence

The woman was driving eastbound on Highway 69 in March of 2014 when the collision with a married couple occurred. No details concerning how the accident happened or the amount of damages to the vehicles was available.

The woman filed the complaint in late December with the Jefferson County District Court against the couple. In it, she claims they were negligent while operating their vehicle. The woman has also claimed that she suffered injury to her shoulders, back and neck. Details of the injuries were also limited.

Along with the claims of negligence in operating their vehicle, the woman is also alleging they failed to maintain control, their speed and their ability to brake in a timely manner. She is seeking damages for past and future medical bills, mental anguish, physical pain and legal fees.

Know That We’re Here

Recovering from a car accident can be extremely burdening to your physical well-being and finances. Hospital bills and the cost of possible physical therapy can take serious tolls when you lack legal assistance. The J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys in McAllen is fully aware of having to deal with such a struggle. Get in touch with us to learn more about what we can do to help.

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 city after one of its employees collided with their vehicle in early 2014.

Dealing with a car accident can be an overwhelming burden. Get in touch with us to see what we can do for you.

The Collision

The lawsuit was filed with the Galveston County 56^th District Court and alleges that the city employee was responsible for a car accident that occurred in January of 2014.

According to court documents, the two residents were driving behind the employee who was operating a sweeper. He then allegedly reversed, causing a collision. The lawsuit also claims the worker was on the clock at the time and that he reversed without safety.

Although there weren’t many details concerning vehicle damage or possible injuries, the plaintiffs are seeking monetary damages for the accident along with a jury trial.

Here When You Need Us

Car accidents can leave countless physical and emotional injuries. Hospital bills, car repairs and even funeral expenses can leave you and your family devastated on emotional and financial levels. Know that if you’ve been the victim of negligence, our McAllen personal injury lawyer is here to help. Stop by our office to get started on your case.

The New Year can bring many great blessings and opportunities; however, the possibility of danger can also arise with the chaos of the holiday. Many personal injuries, such as burns from firework accidents and drunk driving crashes, occur during this period.

If you find yourself in this situation, we can help get the compensation you deserve.

Accidents and Injuries

Many people are under the impression that accidents only happen with recklessness. However, statistics from the 2014 Fireworks Report from the CPSC for Global Research show there were an estimated 1,400 emergency department-treated injuries associated with sparklers and another 100 with bottle rockets.

Sparklers and bottle rockets are easier to use, yet pose just as much danger as larger explosives. Another alarming statistic from the report stated that children ages five to nine years had the highest estimated rate of fireworks-related injuries. 54% of the emergency department-treated injuries were burns.

There are a few precautions that can prevent accidents from happening:

• Keep a watering hose or bucket of water nearby
• Make sure fireworks are legal in your area
• Always have an adult supervise firework activities
• Never allow children under 12 to ignite fireworks alone
• Stay clear after igniting a firework
• Never try to relight or pick up fireworks that have not ignited
• Never point or throw fireworks at others
• Never ignite fireworks in enclosed containers

Drunk Driving Report

Perhaps more dangerous than explosives is drunk drivers on the road. The most alarming statistic comes from Life Tips Organization who reported, “One person is killed every half-hour due to drunk driving, and alcohol is a factor in almost half of all traffic fatalities.”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in the past 10 years, 41% of deaths that occurred around New Year’s were due to alcohol-impaired drivers. 830 lives were lost in 2015 alone.

Take a cab home, call an Uber driver, leave your car wherever you are and get a ride, designate a sober driver or drink and stay home.

Call Our Attorney

If you’ve experienced an unfortunate firework accident or have been the victim of a drunk driving car crash, contact our McAllen personal injury lawyer today to begin the necessary steps for your case.

According to the Insurance Council of Texas, from 2012 to 2015, the number of motor accidents involving injuries and fatalities rose. The council reported that numbers began rising dramatically in 2012 when Texas highway speed limits were increased. Researchers have also suggested that the increase in accidents could be due to the rise in the economy. The most reported accidents have been caused by speeding, negligence and distracted drivers.

Always drive cautiously during heavy road traffic times. If anything should happen, our attorney is ready to hear your story.

Holiday Chaos

The holidays are some of the busiest traffic times of the year. The average number of traffic deaths during the New Year weekend over six years of noted research showed to be 18.2% greater than the average number of traffic deaths compared to off-holiday periods. Basically, the more people on the road, the riskier it becomes to get around, so playing it extra safe is advised.

Drunk Drivers and the Holidays

A study conducted by AAA stated an alleged 27, 900 Americans will be seriously injured and another 250 probable deaths will occur during the end-of-year holiday travel period. That is an alarming number of accidents. With so many people hitting the road, it’s easy to see the types of dangers while traveling.

During holidays like New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, we are more likely to encounter drunk drivers on the road. During the New Year’s period between 2007 and 2011, an estimated 42% of traffic fatalities were the result of drinking and driving.

Use Caution to Avoid a Holiday Tragedy

Despite the posted speed limit, drivers should slow down and use caution in various road situations. If road signs indicate a certain speed limit, we as drivers should always be cautious of our surroundings and dictate when to drive the posted speed and when to slow down. Always be aware of your surroundings and recognize when someone is driving unsafely.

Be Safe this Holiday Season

If you suspect a texting driver, drunk driver or witness someone driving recklessly, report their behavior to police and try to avoid any close encounters. There are a number of unfortunate accidents that can happen throughout the year, so take extra precaution to protect yourself and those you love during the merriest of times. Get in touch with us to explore your options if you’ve been the victim of negligence.

School buses are considered one of the safest forms of transportation. We entrust school districts and their drivers to take the utmost caution when transporting our children to and from school. However, it’s important to remember that there will always be the smallest risk of danger on the road that can result in a car accident. This was the case in Austin where alleged reckless driving resulted in multiple collisions, with one vehicle being a school bus.

Contact our staff of knowledgeable attorneys for a free case evaluation if you or a loved one was the victim of a negligent car accident.

The Incident

The crash happened on the northbound service road of Interstate 35 and south of the U.S. 290 interchange near the Capital Plaza Shopping Center in Austin on the afternoon of December 7^th. The driver of a Chevy Cruze allegedly veered into the bus’s lane and struck the passenger side tire. The collision resulted in multiple involved cars, with six people being taken to the hospital. According to police, the driver allegedly responsible for the accident was said to have been driving unsafely.

A total of four vehicles were involved: the bus, the Cruze, a panel van and another van. Of the 31 students riding the bus, 16 were treated by paramedics for minor injuries. None were taken to the hospital. However, the six injured people from the other vehicles were taken to a nearby hospital and one of them, a child, remains in critical condition.

Victims of Negligent Accidents Deserve Justice

Many parents who send their children to and from school via a bus live in constant fear for their safety. A parent’s worst nightmare is hearing the news that their child’s bus has been involved in an accident. The unfortunate truth is that every year, negligent drivers on the road put people at risk. If you feel that you have a case against an unsafe driver who’s put your child in danger, contact our attorney today.

Alcohol and driving do not mix as impaired judgment increases when a driver is under the influence. Danger can easily appear on our streets when people choose to get behind the wheel after a night of drinking. This action often comes with serious consequences as seen in an accident in Lubbock involving a drunk driver.

If you or someone you love has been the victim of a drunk driving accident, contact our staff of knowledgeable attorneys to find out more about your case.

A Damaging Outcome

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the driver allegedly responsible for the accident had a blood-alcohol level of 0.26, over three times the legal limit of 0.08. The victim in the collision was placed on life support but died a month after the accident, while two other passengers were uninjured.

After the last arrest, a Lubbock County judge ordered the driver to have an ignition interlock device installed in his vehicle. The man was indicted on an intoxication manslaughter charge in mid-November of 2015.

In the State of Texas, a plea bargain for a conviction of reckless driving involving alcohol cannot be reached due to statute. As a result, drunk drivers cannot lessen the offense. First, second and third offenses can range from of a fine of $2,000 up to $10,000 for the third offense with possible incarceration. The consequences for driving drunk is having a driver’s license suspended for up to two years with the driver also being ordered to install an ignition interlock device at their own expense.

Justice for the Victims and Family

If you or a loved one has been the victim of someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible to fight for the compensation you rightfully deserve. At the J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys, we know how difficult it can be to overcome drunk driving-related accidents. Get in touch with us today in McAllen to explore your options.