Collision reported on Parmer Lane near Bellingham Drive
AUSTIN, TX – According to the City of Austin, a collision has taken place on Parmer Lane near Bellingham Drive. The incident was reported at around 12:16 p.m. this afternoon. The Travis County Sheriff’s office responded. It is unclear if anyone was injured. However, this blog will be updated if new details emerge. At Funk
Read MoreFAQ: Should I work directly with the insurance companies after a boat accident?
The insurance company is never on your side. If you have been injured by someone else’s negligence, whether you were on a boat, in a car, on a plane or anywhere else, you should NEVER speak to the insurance company on your own. These insurance companies handle thousands of claims every year, you are at
Read MoreFAQ: What type of injuries usually happen in a boat accident?
They type of injuries you sustain in a boat accident, or a collision of any sort, whether it be a car accident or anything else will vary greatly. Every person is different and no two collisions are the same. Two people involved in the same boat accident will likely have two different injuries. Injury severity
Read MoreFAQ: What should I do if I was injured on a boat?
If you have been injured on a boat, you will likely need medical treatment. While this sounds obvious, it may be more difficult than you think to get the treatment you need. If you do not have health insurance, the medical costs may be too high to afford on your own. If you do have
Read MoreFAQ: Is it worth getting a lawyer for a minor boat accident?
Many prospective clients always ask themselves, do I really need a lawyer for this? If you are seriously injured, the answer is yes. You will always fair better with a lawyer than without one. A lawyer puts you on equal footing with the insurance company. The insurance company adjuster handling your claim likely has years
Read MoreFAQ: How long do you have to sue after a boat accident?
The statute of limitations for a boating accident is two years from the date of the collision for all adult victims. Similarly, the statute of limitations for children’s medical bills is the same. However, the statute of limitations for minor plaintiffs’ non-economic damages, like pain and suffering and mental anguish, is two years from the
Read MoreFAQ: Who is liable in a boating accident?
The individual that causes the collision is personally liable for a boating accident. This is more often than not the person driving or operating the boat at the time. However, in some scenarios there may be more than one liable person, such as when someone allows someone else to operate their boat. If there is
Read MoreFall 2020 Funk Law Student Scholarship Winner
Caterin Miralda from Santa Clara University School of Law is the winner of the Fall 2020 Funk & Associates Law Student Scholarship. Her essay explores why and how she plans to use her law degree to help immigrant youth. My decision for pursuing a career in law was to help marginalized communities get through some
Read MoreCrash Alert: 14-year-old bicyclist killed in crash on State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill
LIBERTY HILL, TX – According to KVUE, a 14-year-old bicyclist has died in a crash on State Highway 29 in Liberty Hill. The accident took place on Saturday, November 14th at around 8:30 p.m. The accident occurred on an unlit stretch of the roadway and the bike did not have any lights on during the
Read MoreFAQ: What percentage does a personal injury lawyer take?
Personal injury lawyers typically charge anywhere from 30-50 percent of the gross recovery, depending on a wide range of factors. There is usually an escalation in the fee once suit is filed or an appeal is pursued. Furthermore, most personal injury lawyers (in Austin and elsewhere) will take cases on a “contingent basis.” That means
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