Drug & Alcohol Testing Requirements for Commercial Truck Drivers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is the body responsible for setting rules and regulations regarding drug and alcohol testing among commercial vehicle drivers. Whether its an 18-wheeler driver or semi-truck operator, or a company vehicle driven by an employee on the clock, there are strict drug and alcohol...
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6 Things You Need To Know About Trucking Accidents in Texas
Trucking accidents happen all over Texas. Whether it’s an 18-wheeler accident or another type of trucking accident in Texas, these dangerous trucks are everywhere. According to a recent survey by the American Trucking Association, there are more than three million commercial truck drivers in the United States. To be...
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How can an accident reconstructionist help me after an 18-wheeler accident?
After a trucking accident in Corpus Christi, medical expenses and other damages are likely significant. 18-wheelers can cause devastating injuries. Because of the complexity of an 18-wheeler accident, often times the assistance of an accident reconstructionist is necessary. In order to get the compensation you deserve after a truck...
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Steps to Follow After a Rear-End Accident With an 18-wheeler in Texas
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...
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What’s Dram Shop Law and How Can it Effect an Auto Accident?
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...
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Important Evidence You Need to Win an 18-Wheeler Accident Case
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...
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The Patel Firm PLLC’s 2nd Annual Back To School Scholarship
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...
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How Much Is An 18-Wheeler Accident Worth?
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...
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The Effects of Alcohol on Drivers
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...
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Injured in a Motorcycle Accident as a Passenger?
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...
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