Category Archives: Car Accident
Can I Still File a Claim After a Car Accident Caused By Bad Weather?
Texas is a state where drivers commonly encounter dangerous and severe weather. Indeed, according to a recent report from the Austin-American Statesman, Texas routinely ranks top in the nation for severe and extreme weather, including severe thunderstorms, hurricanes, hail, and flash floods. Across the country and especially in Texas, severe and extreme storms can… Read More »
Fatigued Driving Accidents
More vehicles on the roads — even those traveling short distances — increases the likelihood of fender-benders and serious car crashes. In addition, extended holiday travel that involves lengthy road trips routinely results in fatigued or drowsy driving crashes that can result in serious and fatal injuries. As the holidays approach, regardless of whether… Read More »
I Was Speeding When a Drunk Driver Hit Me. Can I Still File a Claim?
Were you recently involved in a car accident that was caused by another driver, but you know you were doing something unsafe at the time the car accident happened? For example, if you were injured when a drunk driver ran a red light and struck your vehicle, you may be wondering if you can… Read More »
Delayed Car Accident Injury Symptoms
Anyone who was involved in a car accident in Texas and is considering filing a claim against the at-fault driver should understand delayed car accident injury symptoms. To receive full compensation in a civil lawsuit, it is important to ensure that you receive medical attention as soon as possible, and that your own negligence… Read More »
Seeking Compensation After a Texas Car Accident Caused by Speeding
Ever since personal motor vehicles have become common on Texas roads, speeding has been a serious issue. Driving at speeds that either exceed the posted speed limit or that are too fast to be safe under the conditions can have devastating results. Indeed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding resulted… Read More »
Which Types of Drivers Are Most Likely to Be Distracted?
Distracted driving is among the leading causes of serious and deadly motor vehicle crashes in Texas and throughout the country. While existing statistics reveal just how often distracted driving is a causal factor in accidents, it is also important to know that these numbers are likely underreported since there is not a clearcut way… Read More »
Liability in a Teen Driver Car Accident
Teen drivers, especially those who have just started driving on their own, are much less experienced than older drivers and tend to be at greater risk of being involved in a motor vehicle collision in Texas. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), teens who are aged 16 and 17 with recent licenses are… Read More »
What Steps Should I Take After a Texas Car Accident?
Being involved in a car crash in Texas can be painful and frustrating under any circumstances. When another motorist’s negligence or intentional act of road rage caused a collision in which you were injured, it is particularly important to find out about your options for seeking financial compensation. At John Reed, Attorney at Law,… Read More »
Filing a Car Accident Case as an Injured Passenger
What are your options for compensation if you are injured in a car accident in Texas while you were the passenger in a vehicle? You may be concerned that you will not be eligible for compensation since you were not the driver of the vehicle. However, it is critical for vehicle occupants to know… Read More »
Car Accident Risks and Senior Drivers
Are older adult drivers more likely to be involved in car crashes than younger drivers? Data from the National Institute on Aging suggests that the answer is yes. Not only are seniors who still drive more likely than adult drivers of younger ages to experience motor vehicle collisions, but they are also more likely… Read More »