When it comes to sharing the road with other drivers, one can never be too careful. Many drivers are friendly while behind the wheel and considerate of others, while other motorists may drive aggressively and have a difficult time remaining aware of the needs of the other drivers. Because of negligent behavior, accidents have essentially… Read More
Tag: car crash
by Amber Cortez | November 5th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Dealing with a Hit and Run Accident
by Amber Cortez | October 19th, 2016 | Blog, Uncategorized
Staying Safe This Spooky Halloween: How to Avoid Car Accidents
As Halloween approaches, we need not only worry about what costumes we will be wearing this year, but more importantly, how we will keep safe on the dark and sometimes spooky roads. While Halloween is a festive and exciting day, it’s also important to remember that there is a much higher risk of car/pedestrian accidents.… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 12th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Multi-Car Accidents
Every 14 seconds a person is injured in a car wreck. One person dies because of a car wreck every 12 minutes. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that almost 6 million accidents occur per year, with nearly one-third of those being multi-vehicle accidents, also known as pile-ups. With cell phones, GPS devices,… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 4th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Types of Compensation You Can Receive in a Car Crash
Car wrecks can be life changing, and too often, many people do not realize the level of compensation that they should be receiving because of someone else’s negligence. That’s why J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys wants to make sure that you understand your rights to a just due for the damages cause by another driver. If… Read More
by Amber Cortez | August 31st, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
Causes of 18-Wheeler Crashes: Brake Maintenance Safety
When brakes malfunction and a serious accident occurs, a variety of parties may be liable for the ensuing damage. The federal government has set very strict standards and regulations on the braking systems of 18-wheelers and other commercial vehicles. For instance, semi-trucks must meet specific requirements such as creating a certain braking force based on… Read More
by Amber Cortez | August 30th, 2016 | 18 Wheelers, Blog
18-Wheeler Driver Sentenced to 20 Years for Bus Crash
In September 2014, Shannon Ford, now 37, slammed into the back of a school bus in Florida, injuring multiple students. Now, two years later, Ford has plead no contest to four counts of reckless driving with bodily injury. The judge gave Ford 20 years in prison as a result of the seven school students who… Read More
by Amber Cortez | December 16th, 2015 | Auto Accident, Blog, General
November Report Details Car Crashes and Fatalities in Texas
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… Read More