What can you do to avoid a car accident?
What can you do to avoid a car accident? After handling tens of thousands of auto accidents in the Austin area, I will try and offer some advice and suggestions on how to avoid a traffic accident in our busy town. When entering an intersection, do not assume that a green light means go… Look
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The holidays are finally upon us. The weather is finally starting to change and it actually snowed a few days ago. Austin’s weather is pretty crazy but the craziest thing about Austin is still its traffic. It will only get worse doing the holidays as well. I went Christmas shopping the other day and the
Read MoreSetting up a claim
SETTING UP A CLAIM When you are involved in a car wreck in Austin, it can quickly become overwhelming. There are a ton of questions that will flood your mind…. Who do I call? Do I need a doctor? A lawyer? How do I get my car fixed? How do I get please without transportation?
Read MoreMotor Vehicle Accident Statistics in Texas
Motor vehicle Accident Statistics in Texas are sadly on the rise. According to the Texas Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Highlights released by TxDOT, there were a total of 63,610 serious auto crashes in Texas in 2012 causing injuries to 230,506 people. Of these, 87,087 people were seriously injured and 3,399 sadly died. Based on the crashes
Read MoreHurricane Harvey is causing car accidents in Austin
Hurricane Harvey is causing car accidents in Austin. Hurricane Harvey made landfall last week and destroyed several cities. As it started moving its way northeast it caused Houston and several of its suburbs to suffer massive floods. People lost their lives and those who survived now face the aftermath. Our thoughts and prayers are with all
Read MoreTexting while driving
In today’s world, nearly everyone has a smart phone. While the rise in popularity and availability of smart phones has connected the world like no other time in history, unfortunately it is not without its negative side effects. An obvious negative effect is that people can become glued to their devices and overly reliant. Whether
Read MoreDangerous Intersections in Austin
Last week I wrote about the two most dangerous intersections in Austin, TX. There are still two more to discuss. The third most dangerous intersection in all of Austin, according to the Austin City Council, is the intersection of Lamar Blvd. and Parmer Lane. The intersection of Lamar Blvd. and Parmer lane has a lot
Read MoreAustin’s Most Dangerous Intersections
Austin’s Most Dangerous Intersections It looks like the weather is finally starting to turn in Austin and we will experience another hot summer. Summer time usually means family vacations, which in turn means more people driving their cars. As we know, Austin is one of the most beautiful cities in Texas and it attracts
Read MoreWhy do I refuse to tell my clients how well I did on my other client’s cases?
Why do I refuse to tell my clients how well I did on my other client’s cases? As you may have seen on other lawyer’s ads, the industry trend is to discuss past settlements. The State Bar requires that if a lawyer advertises a settlement/verdict that he/she state clearly the net recovery to the client.
Read MoreDo you have Uninsured Motorist Insurance?
As a personal injury attorney, in Austin, Texas, the most important question I ask a new client is “Do you have Uninsured Motorist”? The usual reply is, “Yes, I have full coverage.” What I am about to write next might come as a shock but “full coverage,” does NOT mean you have Uninsured Motorist coverage.
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