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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 […]

Car Accidents with USAA: Next Steps

After suffering injuries in a car accident, you will likely need to file an insurance claim to seek coverage for your medical bills and other losses. When another driver is at fault, you can file a claim against their auto insurance, and how the process goes will largely depend on the insurance provider. USAA is […]

How Much Time Do You Have to Call a Lawyer After a Crash?

For auto accident victims, the days after the crash are spent attending to medical needs, informing family and loved ones about the extent of injuries, notifying employers about the need to take time off, and getting vehicles repaired. These exhausting tasks can consume a lot of time, leaving little energy and attention to consider questions […]

The Problem With “Acceptable” Speeding

Many drivers think that going a few miles over the speed limit here and going a few more miles over the speed limit there is acceptable speeding—basically a non-event. Speed limits, however, are posted for one important reason—to protect the safety of everyone on the road (other vehicles and pedestrians alike). If you think there’s […]

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. Despite such a dramatic impact on traffic safety, state […]

What Does a Good Settlement Offer for a Car Accident Look Like?

You may get a lot of information about settlement offers following a car accident. Actually, settlement offers could hit the top of your list of things to think about, talk to a lawyer about, and even discuss with friends and family. Figuring out what a good settlement offer looks like, however, can prove complicated. How […]

14 Ways to Beat Houston Traffic

Houston is known for many things. Among them: the rodeo, NASA, and traffic. Highway 290 is notorious for bumper-to-bumper traffic. The roads between I-10 and Westheimer are a nightmare. The West Loop’s chaos is enough to drive you loopy. It’s no wonder we have aggressive drivers. Traffic even takes a toll on your health, stressing […]

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