Austin Personal Injury Blog

November 4, 2024 \ Car Accidents

Teens: How to Get a Texas Driver’s License

Everything you need to know about getting your Texas license Most people jump through the hoops of getting their first license one-by-one. We’ll walk step-by-step through the process of how to get a Texas driver’s license, and answer questions like how old do you have to be to drive? Your driver’s ed class might be […]

November 4, 2024 \ Personal Injury

The 7 Principles of Insurance Contracts: When You Need A Lawyer

Understanding how insurance contracts work can be very beneficial when you are deciding if you need a personal injury lawyer after a car accident or other serious personal injury. There are seven basic principles applicable to insurance contracts relevant to personal injury and car accident claims: Below we explain each item briefly, including how each may relate to […]

October 30, 2024 \ Car Accidents

Right of Way Laws in Utah

Failing to yield the right of way is a common cause of car accidents in Salt Lake City, UT. Drivers who cause right-of-way accidents can be held liable for damages in some situations. People can suffer severe personal injuries in these accidents. Therefore, drivers must understand right-of-way laws in Utah to avoid accidents and personal […]

October 30, 2024 \ Personal Injury

How Long Does it Take to Get A Personal Injury Settlement Check in Salt Lake City, UT?

The wheels of justice can turn far too slowly after you suffer a personal injury, such as a car accident, a dog bite, or a slip and fall accident. Meanwhile, medical bills may be piling up, and you may miss work. Working with experienced personal injury lawyers in Salt Lake City can help you navigate […]

October 18, 2024 \ Car Accidents

What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do?

Were you injured in a car accident in Austin, TX? If you or a loved one were hurt, you could experience pain and emotional trauma from the accident, along with medical bills, lost income, and other costs. For these losses, you can seek financial recovery in a personal injury lawsuit. An experienced car accident lawyer […]

October 18, 2024 \ Personal Injury

How Long Does it Take to Get a Personal Injury Settlement Check in Austin, TX?

If you were injured in an accident in Austin, TX, an Austin auto accident lawyer can help you recover compensation for your losses. It’s only natural to wonder how long it will take to receive your settlement check. Settling a personal injury claim involves a detailed process that varies from case to case. While some […]

November 8, 2021 \ Car Accidents

Cameras on Austin School Buses Will Spot Drivers Who Pass Illegally

Oct. 3, 2015 | by Julie Chang – American-Statesman Staff Austin school buses will soon start recording drivers who pass them illegally. The school board is contracting with Arizona-based American Traffic Solutions to install cameras on about 300 buses, roughly 60 percent of the fleet. The cameras, which are installed near the stop arms of the […]

November 2, 2021 \ Personal Injury

A Lawyer’s Guide to Preparing for Your Personal Injury Deposition

For many facing personal injury, the accident and treatment afterwards is one of the scariest times in a person’s life. The accident may have been traumatic, and then was followed by pain from injuries, the challenge of treating injuries, and finally unexpected and expensive medical bills. A personal injury attorney in Austin and their legal […]

October 18, 2021 \ Car Accidents

Pregnancy and Infant Loss in Vehicle Crashes

Not everything happens for a reason. And that applies especially to infant loss. In August 2018, a San Marcos woman lost her husband and unborn child in a car accident when her vehicle was hit head-on by a drunk driver. Nothing will ever replace her growing family or explain why the drunk driver hit her vehicle that day. Hundreds […]

October 13, 2021 \ Personal Injury

Stowers Demand in Texas – About An Insurance Company’s Obligations

A Stowers Demand is commonly used by personal injury lawyers in Texas when negotiating with an insurance company on behalf of a client. The Stowers Duty: Defined The Stowers duty was first recognized in 1929 in the case of Stowers Furniture Co. v. American Indemnity, and since has broadened and narrowed the duties it imposes. The Stowers duty is the duty […]