We all know that car accidents happen – we do our best to avoid them but sometimes another driver makes a big mistake at exactly the wrong time. When you’re injured as a result of their mistake, a personal injury lawsuit may be the best option to get yourself back on...
Multi-vehicle accident in downtown Austin injures 11 people
Food trucks are popular attractions in Austin. These trucks often draw significant crowds of people, resulting in long lines of customers. If a speeding car or truck crashes into one of these crowds, the injury toll can be catastrophic. Just such an accident occurred...
Watch out for these types of construction industry accidents
There are a variety of different ways that construction workers can be injured on the job. There are also several different legal options and protections available to help them with their damages and harm that they should be familiar with following a construction...
What does OSHA have to do with my injury claim?
The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is a federal agency which creates safety regulations for all types of private employers. Texas requires private employers to follow OSHA regulations While other states choose to create their own plans...
Fatal auto accidents rise in Austin, stoking calls for action
Fatal auto accidents have been rising Texas and across the nation. Law enforcement, legislators and researchers are assessing the problem and trying to find solutions. It is believed that dangerous driving behaviors like distracted driving, drivers who are under the...
Commercial truck accidents still a worrisome problem
In Austin, across Texas and throughout the United States, large trucks are a common part of the landscape. Seeing these vehicles on the roads might not be overly worrisome since they are so prevalent, but when thinking about the amount of damage they can do if there...
Understanding accident reconstruction
Many media reports of traffic accidents often end with the statement that the accident is “undergoing further investigation.” Such statements often appear long after the debris from the accident has been cleared from the spot where the accident occurred. How can an...
December Travis County accident highlights Texas road dangers
We are incredibly blessed to live in this area of the country. We get all the benefits of living in Texas (low taxes, no income taxes, cheap cost of living, etc.), with all the benefits of living in a high-tech city, like those in California (Google Fiber, tech...
Motorcyclists face increased danger on the roads
Across Austin and the state of Texas, motorcycle accidents are a common problem. Motorcyclists who are in an accident have a higher chance of a catastrophic injury or fatality, with rates shockingly higher than those of car accidents. Statistically, motorcyclists are...
Statistics and younger drivers raise truck accident fear in Texas
Many factors play a role in motor vehicle accidents. Drivers who behave recklessly, speed, are distracted, drive under the influence, are inexperienced or drowsy are just some of the catalysts for a crash. These issues are exacerbated when a large truck is involved....