No matter how dangerous it is, drag racing on city streets has been glorified on television, films and music for quite some time. Most times when someone is hurt, the realities of the injured are often not detailed. As we covered in a previous blog, one such type of race occurred in McAllen and led… Read More
Tag: car accident
by Amber Cortez | April 1st, 2016 | Auto Accident, Legal Representation
Update: Illegal Street Race Leads to Collision in McAllen
by Amber Cortez | March 23rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit
3 Die in Corpus Christi Car Crash Involving Cell Phone Usage
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 15th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Intoxicated Driver Causes Accident in Beaumont Resulting in Death
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
Poor Weather May Have Led to San Antonio School Bus 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 | February 18th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
Driver Files Lawsuit After Collision with Tractor-Trailer
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
Beaumont Mother Files Lawsuit After Children Suffer Injury in Car Accident
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
Lawsuit Filed After Driver Runs Red Light and Causes Accident
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
Daingerfield Woman Files Lawsuit After Collision with Tractor-Trailer
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
Lawsuit Filed Against Nederland Couple Following 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… Read More
by Amber Cortez | January 4th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, General, Lawsuit
Car Accident Involving City of Galveston Employee Leads to 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