Crash Alert: Pedestrian critically injured in collision near COTA in Elroy
TRAVIS COUNTY, TX – A pedestrian sustained critical, life-threatening injuries in a collision that happened near Circuit of Americas in Elroy Friday. Austin Travis County Emergency Medical Services were summoned to the 13903rd block of FM 812 Road and arrived at the scene just before 7 p.m. Upon arrival, ATCEMS rushed the pedestrian to St.
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My Family Member Died in a Car Wreck in Austin … What’s Next? Losing someone you love in a car accident is devastating. It is also stressful, because you may not know what you should do next. No amount of money can bring your family member back. But to get the justice you deserve, it
Read MoreFAQ: What is a Contingency Fee?
What is a Contingency Fee In Texas Law? A contingency fee is when lawyer is paid a percentage of the money recovered, only if the client wins or settles the case. This means the client doesn’t pay the lawyer upfront, and the lawyer’s fee is directly tied to the outcome. If there is no recovery,
Read MoreFAQ: Is it possible to sue a city or county?
Can I Sue A City Or County In Texas? Government entities in Texas are typically protected by sovereign immunity, it can be hard to bring a lawsuit against a city or county. However, Texas law does allow it under some circumstances, including for motor vehicle accidents. Texas citizens can hold a government entity or municipality
Read MorePedestrian Safety: How Austin’s Streets Are Getting Safer
How Austin’s Streets Are Getting Safer Via Leading Pedestrian Intervals Leading pedestrian intervals (LPI) have been shown to reduce the number of pedestrian-related vehicle accidents in Austin, but chances are you don’t know what they are. But Austin is getting more of them this summer, and that should make walking around our beautiful city a
Read MoreFAQ: What is an Unconscionable Act?
What is an Unconscionable Act in Personal Injury Law? Most often used with the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act and limited to economic outcomes associated with commercial transactions, an Unconscionable Act is “an act of practice, which to a consumer’s detriment, takes advantage of the lack of knowledge, ability, or capacity of the consumer to
Read MoreMotorcycle Accidents in Austin
Motorcycle Accidents in Austin Sadly, Motorcycle accidents in Austin are far too common. Since motorcycles are much smaller than every auto on the road, other motorists often fail to notice them when making lane changes, overtaking from behind and when drivers pull out of private driveways or streets. As a result, thousands of motorcycle accidents
Read MoreMost Common Causes of Car Accidents in Austin
Common causes of car accidents ***2025 update: The Six Most Common Causes of Collisions in Austin: What Accident Victims Need to Know*** Despite many advancements in vehicle safety, 4,481 Texans died in 2022 as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Some of the most common causes of car accidents here in Austin include: Driver Fatigue
Read MoreBut I Wasn’t Driving!
Someone Else Was Driving My Car And Got Into An Accident! If someone has an accident while driving your car, the responsibility and liability will depend on who caused the accident. It will also depend on the terms of your auto insurance policy. You need to understand who’s covered—and who isn’t—on your car insurance policy.
Read MoreCrash Alert: 1 sent to hospital after rollover crash in downtown Austin
AUSTIN, TX – One person suffered critical injuries due to a single-vehicle collision Monday night on Colorado Street in downtown Austin, according to Austin Travis County EMS (ATCEMS). The incident took place at the intersection with West 5th Street, just two blocks east from Republic Square. It was first reported at about 10:12 p.m. Little
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