When making a claim for a car accident injury, the value of said claim will take into account property damages done to your vehicle, physical injuries you have suffered, medical costs, lost wages, and other such tangible damages. One of the biggest factors that will be considered in any potential settlement has nothing to do… Read More
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by Amber Cortez | December 21st, 2019 | Auto Accident
Determining the Value of a Pain and Suffering Claim
by Amber Cortez | December 12th, 2019 | Legal Representation
December is Anti-Barratry Awareness Month: Drivers Beware Ambulance Chasers!
December is, undoubtedly, one of the most festive months of the year. From Christmas to Hanukkah, Kwanza and even New Year’s Day, it’s a season of family, friends, good times and joy. Unfortunately, the holiday season also means an increased risk of being involved in a car accident. With more drivers on the road and… Read More
by Amber Cortez | December 7th, 2019 | Pedestrian Accident
Toddler Struck In Tragic Accident
On the evening of December 5th, 2019, an unfortunate accident occurred in Harlingen as a 2-year-old boy was struck by his father’s pickup truck and was killed. Details About The Incident According to Harlingen PD via a press release, the fatal accident occurred just around 5:40 p.m. on the 100 block of West Wilson Avenue.… Read More
by Amber Cortez | December 3rd, 2019 | Auto Accident, Recent News
Rollover Accident Occurs in McAllen, Blocking Traffic
On Wednesday, November 27th, a large black jeep rolled over in the middle of McColl and Cedar in McAllen. Details Regarding the Accident The jeep itself took significant damage as it landed on the driver’s side by the time it had come to a stop. McAllen PD and firefighters arrived at the scene shortly afterward.… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 27th, 2019 | Auto Accident
Border Patrol Vehicle Collides Into School Bus
Seven children were injured in this bus crash accident that took place in La Joya. Details Regarding the Accident On Friday, November 22nd, a border patrol vehicle collided into a La Joya district school bus. The rear-end accident occurred around 7:00 a.m, with seven students from JFK Elementary in La Joya aboard the bus at… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 9th, 2019 | Auto Accident, Hit-And-Run
Police Chase Ends in a Car Crash in San Manuel
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is investigating a car crash that happened on Wednesday, November 6th, on U.S. 281 and F.M. 490 in San Manuel, TX. Details Regarding the Accident Hidalgo County authorities caught a green 2004 Ford Explorer carrying 5 individuals violating traffic law and attempted to stop them. The vehicle sped north… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 6th, 2019 | Recent News
Single Vehicle Crash Takes the Life of One Man
A tragic accident near Rio Hondo recently claimed the life of a young driver. Details Regarding the Accident The Department of Public Safety is investigating the fatal one-vehicle crash that occurred on F.M. 106 on Sunday around 12:00 a.m. For reasons that are unknown, the driver of the Ford Taurus traveled onto the highway’s right… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 26th, 2019 | Recent News
Multiple Vehicle Accident Leaves One Deceased
On the morning of October 24th, a fatal three-vehicle car accident occurred that left one person dead on the westbound lanes of I-2 Expressway 83 in Alamo. Details Regarding the Accident Authorities were forced to shut down the westbound lanes of I-2 near Cesar Chavez Road for approximately 3 hours, forcing traffic to travel down… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 17th, 2019 | Auto Accident
Sullivan City Auto-Pedestrian Accident
On the morning of October 12th, at approximately 6:30 am, an auto-pedestrian accident occurred that left one victim dead near Sullivan City on the westbound lanes of Expressway 83 north of FM 886. Details About the Incident The pedestrian was with a group of other unspecified individuals that were on the southbound side of the… Read More
by Amber Cortez | September 4th, 2019 | Driving Tips
Rainy Weather Should Remind Valley Drivers to Be Safe
As the hurricane season continues, the first week of September tends to be one of the rainiest weeks for the Rio Grande Valley on an average annual basis. While some may consider it to be a nice change of weather, it is by no means a gleeful switch for drivers. While Hurricane Dorian makes its… Read More