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Aug

What To Do After a Houston Slip and Fall Accident?

Sometimes, people slip and fall down simply due to their own fault or a random unpreventable accident. Other times, however, slip and fall accidents occur because of a dangerous condition or hazard on someone else's property. Such dangerous conditions may include slippery f...

Aug

Road Defects Can Be a Major Cause of Traffic Accidents

The Washington Post reported in 2009 that poor road design or conditions played a role in more than half of all fatal automobile accidents in the United States, resulting in more deaths than any other single factor, including speeding, drunk driving, and not using seat belts. Des...

Aug

Common Injuries in Collisions Between Cars and Pedestrians

Pedestrian accidents occur fairly frequently in Houston and the surrounding areas. Although Houston has its fair share of jaywalkers, a large number of pedestrian-related accidents occur at crosswalks and on sidewalks, and these are predominantly the fault of drivers. Pedes...

Aug

How Cargo-Loading Errors Cause Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can have devastating consequences, especially when caused by improperly loaded cargo. Commercial trucks must adhere to strict federal and state regulations regarding cargo weight, balance, and securement. When these rules are ignored, cargo shifts, spills, or even...

Aug

Overturned Propane Truck Highlights the Risks of Rollover Accidents

Houstonians understand the risks presented by rollover accidents. A recent local accident involving a propane truck rollover that closed down a Loop 610 ramp drove home the dangers of such accidents. Consumer Reports deems such accidents among the deadliest on the road. Even thou...

Aug

Types of Crashes Caused by Distracted Drivers

Distracted driving is dangerous driving. Driving is a complex task that should occupy the driver's full attention. While we all know that checking our smartphones while we drive is both distracting and dangerous, many people continue to engage in such careless behaviors. Th...

Aug

Regulations that Texas Semi Drivers Must Follow

Regulations That Texas Semi Drivers Must FollowTexas semi-drivers face unique challenges on the road. Navigating the Lone Star State's vast highways requires adherence to specific regulations to ensure all motorists' safety, and understanding these rules is crucial for truck dri...

Aug

Dealing With Trucking Insurance Companies

After a devastating truck accident, victims can seek compensation in a variety of ways. While it is possible to file a lawsuit, in some situations, clients are best served by filing a claim with the proper insurance company. Due to an increase in risks related to large commercial...

Aug

Who Is Liable in a Self Driving Truck Accident?

With a growing focus on artificial intelligence in the transportation industry, self-driving vehicles may be coming soon to U. S. highways. Many vehicles already have some “driver assist” features installed, such as blind spot detection and adaptive headlights. T...

Aug

Improperly Loaded Cargo Exacerbates Damage In A Truck Accident

Semi-trucks are engineered to carry freight. They can haul thousands of pounds of cargo from city to city, transporting vehicles, machinery, lumber, hazardous materials/chemicals, and other bulky loads. It is also common for these trucks to carry consumer goods, appliances, furni...

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