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Accident in a Company Vehicle: Who Pays?

Determining who is financially responsible can be complicated when you’re involved in an accident while driving a company vehicle. For example, your employer’s commercial insurance policy should typically cover the damages if an accident occurs while performing work-related duties. Businesses have commercial auto insurance to protect their assets and employees while working. However, suppose you were […]

Accidents on the Steepest Bridges in Louisiana

Bordering the Gulf of Mexico with its many lakes and rivers, Louisiana is home to 13,000 bridges. These bridges use different designs and come from many eras. Several bridges stand out in Louisiana’s history and amongst those that travel in and around the state. Some are well-known due to their scenic views and design, while […]

Five Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Getting into a Car

The more time you spend behind the wheel, the more you understand the risks of driving. Regardless of safety warnings, speed limits, and caution signs, drivers crash into other vehicles daily. Chronically bad drivers could avoid crashes by making simple changes in how they operate their vehicles. That’s unlikely to happen, but as a consistently […]

Can I Sue if Someone Hits my Car?

You are driving to work, following all traffic laws, remaining patient, and avoiding checking your email to not get distracted. Suddenly, another driver slams into your vehicle, and you know immediately that you need medical help. Your car needs a tow, you miss work to go to the emergency room for neck pain, and you […]

Texas Road Trip Gems

Going your own way in the Lone Star State. Summer is here, and we’re all revved up for a road trip! Do you and your family want to get out and enjoy some fresh air, stunning sights, and quirky finds in the Lone Star State? Are you trying to plan the best Texas road trip […]

Car Accident Damages: Recovering as a Passenger

After a car accident, thoughts tend to go immediately to the drivers of the vehicles. However, in reality, every person in a vehicle is vulnerable to injury. In fact, depending on the point of impact, it’s not unusual for a passenger to suffer injuries more severe than the driver during an accident. Many passengers hesitate […]

How Much Is a Lawyer for a Car Accident?

Most car accident lawyers in Texas work on a contingency fee basis, which means that clients do not have to pay upfront legal fees. Instead, the lawyer’s payment is a percentage of the final settlement or court award. If the case is unsuccessful, the client does not owe any attorney fees. This arrangement makes legal […]

Does Car Insurance Go Up After an Accident?

Car drivers found at fault in an accident can anticipate a significant increase in their car insurance premiums. According to Insurance.com data, there is an average increase of 56% in car insurance rates after a single at-fault accident. In absolute terms, for an average annual car insurance premium cost of $2,962 nationwide, the rate after […]

Should I Get a Lawyer After a Car Accident?

After a car accident in Texas, you may wonder whether hiring a lawyer is necessary. While minor accidents with no injuries may not require legal representation, in most cases, an experienced car accident attorney can make a significant difference. Texas follows an at-fault insurance system, meaning the party responsible for the accident is liable for […]

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