Texas Transportation Code § 550.026 provides that the driver of any motor vehicle involved in an accident causing injury to or death of any person or damage to a vehicle causing it to not be normally and safely driven must immediately give notice of the accident to a local police department when the accident occurred […]
Under Texas Transportation Code § 550.026, the operator of a motor vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or death of a person or damage to a vehicle to the extent that it cannot be normally and safely driven must immediately give notice of the accident to the local police department if the […]
Though a personal injury is something most would prefer to avoid thinking about, the fact of the matter is that a high percentage of the population will experience a personal injury at some point in their life. According to the CDC, in 2019 alone 96.5 million Americans visited a physician’s office seeking treatment for general […]
You know that seatbelts save lives, but you may not realize exactly how important they are to your safety and how dangerous not wearing seatbelts is, statistically speaking. When you’re traveling by car, make it your policy to buckle up – and to ensure that everyone else is buckled up – every single time. If […]
Everyone knows that driving comes with its hazards. But going out for a walk can also be an intrinsically risky proposition. Impatient walkers, intoxicated drivers (and pedestrians), and stopping in crosswalks are mistakes that drivers and walkers alike can make that lead to catastrophic consequences. The Patel Firm identified five common causes of fatal pedestrian […]
Injuries that are due to someone else’s negligence can hinder your ability to earn money and live your life how you usually would have. Personal injury cases are a means to get compensated. After an injury, you may have medical bills and doctor’s appointments that take you away from your work (if you can work), […]
If you are injured in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence, seeking your rightful compensation is critical to your ability to make your fullest recovery and regain your health and well-being to the extent possible. While the basic losses for which you can seek compensation include your medical expenses, lost earnings, and […]
If someone else’s negligence leaves you injured in an accident, the claims process is challenging, but obtaining the compensation that you deserve can play a pivotal role in your recovery. If you have a preexisting condition or have other injuries to contend with, both your recovery and the claims process can be even more complicated. […]
You likely recognize that personal injury claims, such as traffic accidents and slip and fall accident claims, are based on one party’s negligence. Negligence means that if a distracted driver rear-ends your vehicle, their negligence is responsible for your injuries, and you’ll seek compensation through a personal injury claim. If, however, the at-fault party’s gross […]
If someone else’s negligence causes you to be injured in an accident, you’ll seek compensation from the insurance provider of the at-fault party. If the insurance company refuses to negotiate in good faith, however, it can make reaching your fullest recovery out of reach. The best way to help ensure that you receive the settlement […]