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
Tag: Personal Injury
by Amber Cortez | October 17th, 2019 | Auto Accident
Sullivan City Auto-Pedestrian Accident
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
by Amber Cortez | September 12th, 2019 | Personal Injury
What Are Emotional Distress Damages in a Texas Personal Injury Case?
One of the most traumatic experiences one can go through is becoming involved in a catastrophic personal injury accident, be it a car wreck, workplace accident, dog bite, or some other incident. A serious accident can change your emotional and mental wellbeing forever. Severe emotional distress can suck the joy out of life and make… Read More
by Amber Cortez | August 20th, 2019 | Driving Tips
What You Need to Know About Back-to-School Accidents
Summer vacation is over and the new school year has begun. Whether it’s your child’s very first day in kindergarten or their last first day of high school, it’s normal for parents to have some sort of concern for their child’s safety, especially for students walking or driving to school. Unfortunately, accidents can – and… Read More
by Amber Cortez | June 26th, 2019 | Driving Tips
Driving in the Rain Is Dangerous Business: 3 Helpful Tips to Keep You Safe
Driving in severe weather can significantly increase your risk of getting involved in a dangerous situation. Driving during a downpour demands your complete attention, although, it is generally in your best interest to avoid driving altogether during a thunderstorm. We’ve already seen a few storms during June and are likely to see a few more… Read More
by Amber Cortez | June 24th, 2019 | Driving Tips
Stay Free From Drunk Driving This 4th of July
The 4th of July celebrates our right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Of course, for many in the Rio Grande Valley, the pursuit of happiness often entails celebrating with alcohol. Unfortunately, while this day is filled with friends, family, food, and fireworks, it is also one of the deadliest holidays due to… Read More
by Amber Cortez | June 10th, 2019 | Driving Tips
100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Summer is a time for relaxation and fun. However, should your destination require travel, you should not be so quick to act carefree when behind the wheel. In fact, you should be much more attentive when driving for the next few months considering that we are facing the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. During this… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 23rd, 2019 | Recent News
Fatal Pedestrian Accident Takes the Life of Local Teen
On Saturday, May 18th, a 16-year-old teenager was involved in a fatal auto-pedestrian accident in Rio Grande City. Details of the Accident Around 3 a.m. on Saturday, May 18th, local authorities were called out to the scene of an auto-pedestrian accident that occurred on US Highway 83 and JM Alvarez Street, just west of Rio… Read More