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 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 21st, 2019 | Recent News
Pedestrian Killed In Primera Construction Accident
Around 3:30 p.m. on Friday, November 15, an individual passed away in a work-related pedestrian & auto-accident in Primera when his cement truck, owned by a company based in Palm View, rolled over him. Details Regarding the Accident Authorities reveal that the driver was on the job delivering concrete when he fell onto the path… 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 10th, 2019 | Legal Representation
Valuable Benefits of Choosing a Spanish Speaking Lawyer
It should come as no surprise that the majority of Rio Grande Valley residents are of Hispanic/Latino descent. Starr County, for instance, is 96.4 percent Hispanic/Latino and has been noted as being the county with the highest percentage of Latinos in Texas. While English is prevalent in the Rio Grande Valley, there are many households… Read More
by Amber Cortez | September 25th, 2019 | Driving Tips
Stay Safe: Tips for Foreign Drivers in the United States
If you are planning on visiting the United States soon and you intend to drive, there are certain rules and tips that you should know. While there is certainly beautiful scenery and tons of sights to see, driving on American roads can be completely different than driving in Mexico or other nations. If you plan… Read More
by Amber Cortez | September 16th, 2019 | Auto Accident
Donna Rollover and Run Leaves One Dead
On the evening of September 12th at approximately 7:30 p.m., a deadly rollover accident occurred near Donna off Mile 11 1/2, east of FM 493. A male driver operating a 2004 tan Grand Marquis was traveling with two other male passengers westbound when he lost control of the vehicle. Details About the Accident The driver… Read More