Truck accident injuries can change the course of your and your family’s life forever. After your accident, both your health and financial compensation are concerns for you. What you do immediately following the accident and in the days afterward can impact both how well you recover and whether you can receive a settlement check. The […]
After a Texas car accident, life can get turned upside down. Your property is ruined, your body is in pain, and you are likely looking for some smart advice from someone like an accident attorney in Corpus Christi. If you were hit by a drunk driver, it is imperative to speak to a Corpus Christu […]
In any auto accident case, getting relevant evidence as quickly as possible is critical to getting justice and compensation an injury victim deserves. After an auto accident with an 18 wheeler, it is even more crucial. Due to the nature of most Texas truck accidents, if you were involved in a Corpus Christi trucking accident, […]
It’s time to go back to school and The Patel Firm PLLC wants to help get a deserving student prepared for a successful school year! This is our 2nd annual back to school scholarship! We are giving away a $500 scholarship to help with school supplies, clothes, shoes and any other items needed for the […]
This is one of the most common questions we hear injury victims ask following a truck accident in Texas. Rightly so, because the expenses after an 18 wheeler accident in Texas are usually higher, and the damages much more significant, than any other type of auto accident. There are several factors that determine the worth […]
The effect of alcohol on drivers often depends on how fast, and how much alcohol is consumed. The more alcohol, the more that driver’s ability to drive safely is hampered. A CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) study reveals that even a relatively small intake of alcohol, resulting in BAC of 0.02 percent, can […]
Riding a motorcycle is increasingly popular in Texas. In 2017 alone, more than 364,690 motorcycles were registered in Texas — the sixth-highest in the country. This undoubtedly leads to less desirable metric; More than 500 motorcycle accident fatalities are recorded every year in Texas – this number also includes motorcycle passengers. If you have been […]
Serious accidents can still occur when motorcycle operators drive cautiously. These serious motorcycle accidents can be caused by negligence or recklessness of another driver, obstacle on the roadway, defective motorcycle part, and many other potential sources of harm. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident and you seek to recover compensation for your […]
People who don’t ride motorcycles may find it difficult to believe that it is the way of life of some people and that, it is a cheaper means of transportation compared to a standard motor vehicle. Some people enjoy the freedom it brings on long stretches of road and favorable weather in Texas. According to […]
Motorcycle accidents involving a drunk driver are usually serious and sadly, often end in fatalities. When a driver is under the influence of alcohol, the driver’s cognitive functions required to properly operate a vehicle are severely hampered. Driving under the influence of alcohol is illegal in all 50 states. Even with harsh punishment and fines, […]