Are Motorcycle Helmets Required in Texas? What Riders Must Know
In Texas, motorcycle helmets are required for all riders and passengers under 21 years old. Riders 21 and older may legally ride without a helmet only if they meet one of two specific conditions set by Texas Transportation Code §661.003: completion of a state-approved motorcycle operator training course or proof of a health insurance policy […]
What Should You Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Frisco, TX, And Do You Need a Lawyer?
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Frisco, Texas, you need a Frisco motorcycle accident lawyer, and you need one quickly. Texas law gives injured riders exactly two years from the crash date to file a personal injury lawsuit under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003, and insurance companies routinely exploit […]
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 […]
You Didn’t Just Lose a Paycheck: Calculating the Long-Term Impact of Your Injury
When you are lying in a hospital bed, or sitting at home recovering from a crash, the financial stress hits you almost as hard as the physical pain. You watch the days on the calendar tick by, knowing that every day you are not at work is a day you are not getting paid. Most […]
The Hidden Safety Net: Why Uninsured Motorist Coverage Matters After a Crash
Imagine driving home to Frisco, Celina, or Sherman after a long day. You are following the traffic laws and paying attention to the road. Suddenly — bam. You’ve been sideswiped by the unexpected. In that moment, your life changes. You are hurt, your car is damaged, and you are stressed. But then you find out […]
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 Human Cost of Unsafe Roads: Motorcycle Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Key Takeaways: Riding a motorcycle can be an exhilarating experience. There’s nothing like the freedom and adventure of the open road. However, motorcycles also come with greater risks. Unlike cars and trucks, motorcycles provide little protection in a crash. Even when riders wear helmets and protective gear, the force of an impact can lead to […]
Road Rash and Beyond: Why Even ‘Minor’ Motorcycle Injuries Deserve Legal Attention
Key Takeaways: Riding a motorcycle can be exciting and freeing, but it also comes with risks. When a motorcycle accident happens, motorcycle riders don’t have the same level of protection as those in cars. As a result, even low-speed crashes are potentially dangerous. If you walk away from a wreck with just a few scrapes […]
Half the Wheels, Twice the Risk
Motorcycle injury cases present unique legal hurdles, requiring skilled representation. When chatting about my work (which my wife says I do too much at parties), I regularly mention that Snellings Law handles a lot of motorcycle injury cases. More often than not someone asks, “Isn’t that the same as an auto case?” Right away, I know […]
Uneasy Riders
Do you need a lawyer to handle your motorcycle accident? Riding a motorcycle is always exhilarating, but at times it can be equally daunting. There’s nothing like the freedom of the open road. Yet, it’s also a reason some grimly say, “It’s not a matter of ‘if’ a motorcyclist will be involved in a crash, […]