What are the helmet laws for motorcycle riders?
As the weather gets nicer and the chances of cold or storms lessen, more motorcycles hit the road in Texas. As a rider, you probably recognize the dangers of riding a small vehicle. Other drivers may not always see you, which increases your chances of an accident. Not...
read moreSafety campaign reminds drivers to watch for motorcycles
Every time Texas motorcyclists get out on the roads, they face dangers that vehicle occupants are not exposed to. The state is doing its part to reduce these dangers through a safety campaign to remind drivers to “Share the road: Look twice for motorcycles,” reports...
read moreWhat you need to know about loss of consortium
Interpersonal relationships make life meaningful. When you married your spouse, you likely planned for a lifetime of love and affection. If you have parents or children, you also probably rely on them for a variety of types of emotional support. When someone close to...
read moreWhy food can be a problem while driving
Many Austin drivers love their cup of coffee while on the road, with some also enjoying taking lunch from the drive-thru on the way to work, class, or a social activity. However, a large number of Texas motorists may not know that eating or drinking while behind the...
read moreConstruction accidents in Texas often give rise civil lawsuits
While most other states require employers to carry workers' compensation insurance, Texas does not. While such insurance typically provides limited benefits to victims of construction accidents and other work-related incidents, injured workers in Texas can pursue...
read moreWrongful death claim might follow fatal e-cigarette explosion
The Food and Drug Administration has issued repeated warnings about the risks posed by e-cigarettes or vape pens -- not only about health risks but also about burn injury hazards. Following several incidents in which these devices exploded and caused severe burn...
read moreInexperience can be deadly in construction accidents
Construction company owners in Texas are responsible for the health and safety of their workers. A part of that responsibility involves safety training, regardless of the experience levels of the workers. Construction accidents that result from mistakes made by...
read moreWho can sue for wrongful death in Texas?
In Texas, thanks to the state’s wrongful death statute, any spouse, child or parent of a person who died or was killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another can sue for damages. Of course, the devil is in the details. Exactly who can sue A wrongful death suit...
read moreMany Austin car accidents involve dockless scooters
Austin is one of many cities nationwide in which concern exists about the health and safety hazards posed by dockless scooters. Along with car accidents, scooters make up a significant percentage of injuries that occur on city streets. The Austin Transportation...
read moreMost common causes of construction accidents
Construction workers in Austin and other areas of Texas will always face multiple occupational hazards, some of which are more prevalent than others are. Workers in this industry spend a significant percentage of work time in elevated areas. This explains why a...
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