Is the Sedan That Hit You Actually a Commercial Vehicle?
When most people hear the term commercial vehicle accident, they picture a massive semi-truck or a large bus. Most assume that unless the vehicle that hit them had eighteen wheels and air brakes, they are dealing with a standard car wreck. This is a common misconception that often prevents injury victims from accessing the full […]
Data Recorders Can Be the One Piece of Evidence That Make the Case
After a crash with an 18-wheeler, the version of events you hear from the truck driver rarely matches reality. The driver will stand on the side of the road and tell the police officer that he was driving the speed limit. He will say that he checked his mirrors. He will claim that you cut […]
The One Thing Many Victims Don’t Consider Before Accepting an Insurance Settlement
The most dangerous moment in a personal injury claim is the moment the insurance adjuster slides a check across the table and asks you to sign a release. To the untrained eye, the number on that check may look significant. It covers the ambulance ride and the emergency room bill. It pays for the surgery […]
Hit by a Delivery Truck During the Holiday Season?
What You Need to Know: The holiday season is such a fun time of year with all the festivities and bustling activity. However, it also brings an increase in delivery truck traffic. These trucks become a common sight as online shopping peaks and holiday packages flood the streets. While we all want our holiday gifts […]
Any Driver Who Hits You on the Job
We’ve all been guilty of getting in a rush when there’s a big project to finish or an important task to complete before the day ends. You get pumped with panic and adrenaline, and you won’t let anything get in the way of getting that task done. Sometimes, that adrenaline can hinder us from being […]
What to Do if You’re Hit by a Commercial Vehicle
After another vehicle hits you, you’ll most likely experience an adrenaline rush and a release of endorphins, making it nearly impossible to think calmly and clearly in the initial moments after the crash. If you don’t already know what steps to take, you might make some vital mistakes. Commercial vehicle accidents are exponentially different than […]
What Is a Commercial Vehicle and Why Are Commercial Vehicles Different?
Growth in Commercial Traffic in North Texas North Texas is growing, which means more and more business is coming to the area. More business means more traffic overall, specifically from commercial vehicles. While you should always do your best to avoid getting into a wreck with any vehicle, be especially careful around commercial vehicles. We […]
Pending Rideshare Legislation Could Have Big Consequences for Personal Injury Victims
The New Normal As a kid, your parents probably told you not to get in a car with someone you don’t know, but nowadays taking a ride from a stranger is nothing new. Taxis, buses, and airport shuttles have been around for ages. Now, rideshare companies have skyrocketed in popularity over the last decade with […]