Houston Personal Injury Law Blog
Do you need an uninsured motorist policy?
Texas requires all drivers to carry an auto insurance liability policy. This type of insurance covers the costs of injury to other people and their property if you cause an auto accident. However, some motorists fail to follow this law, leaving victims to deal with...
Study to examine causes of truck accidents
Your 3,000-pound car collided with an 80,000-pound tractor-trailer. Something very bad likely happened to you, loved ones or your vehicle. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to know why. The agency, for the first time in more than 15 years, will...
Dangers of common prescription drugs
Many people take prescription drugs to control chronic conditions such as heart disease and diabetes. However, dangerous complications can arise, especially if you must take multiple medications. Harvard Health Letter recommends awareness of side effects if your...
Truck driver fatigue and the law
Every day, as Houston residents commute to and from work and daily activities, they share the road with large trucks. The trucks and their drivers may only be traveling around the city area, while others journey from Texas and beyond to other states. According to the...
Gap insurance explained: Why you want this coverage option
Your car insurance policy is very important. It protects you and provides a safeguard should you cause an accident. If you own a new car upon which you are making payment, your insurance will likely include comprehensive and collision coverage, which will also help...
Distracted driving is a serious problem
While Texas residents probably know that drunk driving is a common problem in the state, recent statistics indicate that distracted driving is a significant concern as well. Most distracted driving accidents occur because drivers are texting or looking at their cell...
Help police by recognizing drunk drivers
People who drive after drinking too much put other drivers in Texas at risk. Motorists can help prevent many accidents by being able to recognize when a driver may be operating a vehicle while under the influence. There are certain signs to look out for so one can...
Speeding, road conditions and large truck accidents
Most Texas drivers are used to sharing the road with large trucks. However, sometimes the sight of a tractor-trailer may cause fear or concern, especially if the driver is speeding. Accidents involving large trucks may lead to severe injuries and significant property...
What teens should do after a car accident
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shares that the leading cause of death for those between the ages of 16 and 19 are automobile accidents. In fact, in 2016, more than 2,400 teenagers died on roadways in the United States. Nearly 243,000 teenagers sought...
Do not drive if you take certain medications
Many people in Texas are taking at least one type of over-the-counter or prescription medication, whether for an acute problem or a chronic health issue. What some do not realize is that there are numerous medications that negatively affect one's ability to drive or...
