Austin Legal Blog

We’re entering the hot – really hot – months in Texas, and some time on the cooler waters sounds like a refreshing break. Unfortunately, a day of fun on the lake carries certain dangers of which it's always wise to be conscious. In fact, the U.S. Coast Guard reported...

The perils of alcohol or drug impaired driving have been long recognized. But fatigued drivers may pose similar dangers. Thousands of people are killed and injured in this country each year in motor vehicle accidents involving a fatigued driver. Impact of fatigue...

Few accidents are as dangerous as the side underride accident between a passenger car and a semi. This type of accident happens when the car hits the side of the trailer and goes below it. For instance, maybe a truck is waiting to cross an intersection at a two-way...

No one expects to be involved in a serious or fatal crash. Those crashes do happen, though. Serious car crashes are an ongoing problem in the state of Texas, which is why it’s interesting that Austin now requires those who don’t yield to go to court. Now, any time...

Here’s the good news. If you’re a passenger in an Uber car that is involved in a crash in the Austin area, and you’re injured, there is insurance to cover your medical bills. Here’s the bad news. There can be back and forth between the driver, who is an independent...

If you’re a motorcyclist, you already know that defensive driving starts with watching for hazards in advance. You understand how important this is on a motorcycle since you do not have a lot of physical protection in a crash. Staying safe is all about avoiding...

In serious car versus truck accidents, most victims are left with severe or even catastrophic injuries. This usually means spending time recovering in a hospital, receiving extended medical care and possibly undergoing one or more surgical procedures. It also means...

A tire blowout may happen while you drive at some point in your life. This can be a scary thing to get through, but it’s important to recognize that it is possible to maintain control. Knowing how to prevent a crash if you have tire blowout is essential. So, what...

No matter who you are or what you drive, you accept the obligation to behave responsibly once you get behind the wheel of your vehicle. Truck drivers, however, are getting behind the wheels of vehicles that are vastly larger than anything else on the road. The...