Auto Accidents
Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Texas: What Happens After a Crash?
If you were struck by an uninsured motorist, you may still be able to recover compensation for your losses through uninsured motorist coverage. However, just because this insurance is available does not mean you won’t encounter resistance from your insurer. Exploring uninsured motorist coverage may be critical to covering your expenses after being in an…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to Be Sideswiped?
Sideswipes are accidents between two vehicles in which the sides of the cars collide with each other. If the cars are traveling in the same direction, then the driver’s side of one car can collide with the passenger side of another car. If the cars are traveling in opposite directions, then the driver’s side of…
Read MoreWhat is the Legal Driving Age in Texas?
Many teenagers want to be legally able to drive as soon as possible to visit friends, drive to school, enjoy San Antonio, and maybe even have a part-time job. Texas has specific rules for when individuals can obtain a learner’s permit and a Texas driver’s license. Parents should explain to their children that driving comes…
Read MoreDangerous Intersections in San Antonio: What the Crash Records Show
Navigating Texas roadways can feel routine until the unexpected happens. In a city that’s rapidly growing, like San Antonio, traffic patterns are constantly shifting, and congestion continues to rise on major routes. The morning drive to the gym or evening commute from work can turn dangerous in an instant, especially at intersections with heavy merging…
Read MoreWhy T-Bone Accidents Are So Dangerous
T-bone accidents, also referred to as side impact or broadside collisions, are one of the most dangerous and deadly accidents. Many people may assume that these types of accidents are similar or the same as any other type of accident, but this is false. In fact, T-bone accidents frequently lead to life-threatening and permanent consequences…
Read MoreConstruction Accidents in San Antonio: Urban Projects & Local Risks
San Antonio is seeing major growth in urban development. From the downtown redevelopment of the Alamo Plaza area and the 16-acre mixed-use blocks to large new commercial and infrastructure works, dozens of big-ticket projects are underway. The skyline is changing fast, but with that comes an increased risk of construction accidents. Job sites with many…
Read MoreLeft Turn Car Accidents in San Antonio
In Texas, drivers who turn left are generally required to yield the right-of-way to other drivers. For this reason, when accidents involve a driver who was turning left and another driver who was traveling straight, the driver who turns left is usually liable. The argument is that the driver who turns left should have waited…
Read MoreWhat Are the Symptoms of Whiplash After a Car Accident?
Rear-end car accidents are a common cause of whiplash injuries. These crashes are usually the fault of the driver in the rear. They’re usually caused by speeding or driver distraction. For the occupants of the car in front (the car that is struck), the consequences of a whiplash injury can cause the occupants to require…
Read MoreShoulder Pain After a Car Accident: Injuries & Symptoms to Look Out For
Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders can all suffer shoulder injuries when a car accident occurs. The injuries may be due to hitting a door, dashboard, or other parts of the car. Victims may collide with other occupants or fall to the hard ground. Glass, metal, and other objects can penetrate the shoulder. Car accidents…
Read MoreWhat is the Hit-and-run Investigation Process?
Drivers have a moral and legal duty to stop and render assistance after a car accident occurs. Sadly, many drivers fail to stop. To hold hit-and-run drivers accountable for their negligent driving and irresponsible behavior, it’s necessary to conduct an investigation to find the owner of the car and the driver (if the owner and…
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