Crash Alert: Bus involved in New Braunfels crash
NEW BRAUNFELS, TX – According to KXAN, a bus carrying more than 40 people was involved in a crash on Farm-to-Market Road 306 in New Braunfels. The accident took place this morning when multiple vehicles crashed. No one on the bus was injured, however, two people in other vehicles were hospitalized due to the incident.
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 MoreCrash Alert: Pedestrian struck by CapMetro bus in North Austin
AUSTIN, TX – According to KVUE, a pedestrian has been struck by a CapMetro Bus near the intersection of North Lamar and Yager Lane, in North Austin. The crash took place this morning at around 7:20 a.m. The pedestrian has been hospitalized and is currently in stable condition. The accident was cleared just after 8:45
Read More18-Wheeler/Commercial Vehicle
18-Wheeler/Commercial Vehicle Accidents in Austin Accidents caused by 18-wheelers and other commercial vehicles can cause serious bodily injury. When people think of injuries caused by low speed collisions, they usually think of neck and back injuries or “soft tissue” injuries. However, accidents caused by 18-wheelers and other commercial vehicles (whether at a high or low
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
Read MoreFAQ: What is considered to be personal injury?
A personal injury will vary from person to person. What injures one individual may not injure another individual. That being said, if you have been injured and you are seeking medical treatment, you have suffered a “personal injury.” If this is the case, the personal injury lawyers at Funk and Associates can assist you in
Read MoreFAQ: Is there a time limit to claim for a car accident?
Texas has something called a statute of limitations when it comes to personal injury claims. For adults, and exceptions aside, that statues runs two (2) years after the negligence occurred. Meaning, if you have been injured in a car accident, or some other circumstance, you must settle the claim or file a lawsuit within 2
Read MoreFAQ: How long do you have to go to the hospital after a car accident?
There is no set requirement for when an individual must go to the hospital after a car accident. While most clients receive immediate hospital treatment due to EMS transportation from the scene of a collision, it is not a requirement in order to have a personal injury case. Many times, you may be in shock
Read MoreFAQ: Do I need a personal injury attorney? Should I get a lawyer after a car accident? Is it worth it to hire a lawyer?
Many times, clients will call our office and ask us: do I need a lawyer? The answer is, it depends. If you are hurt, and you are seeking treatment for your injuries; yes, you need a lawyer. The insurance company is in the business of saving money. They want to nickel and dime you, stall
Read MoreFAQ: Do I have a personal injury case?
There are three things Funk and Associates looks for when evaluating a car wreck in Austin. First, you cannot be at fault. Second, you have to be injured. The lawyers at Funk and Associates are personal injury lawyers in Austin, if you aren’t hurt, you do not need a personal injury lawyer. Let that at
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