Blog: Car Accidents - Page 2

Houston is home to more than 78,000 intersections of varying types. There are several ways of managing the traffic that flows through these intersections. Some are uncontrolled, meaning there are no signs or signals to direct traffic. Instead, vehicles approaching...

If you are involved in any type of traffic accident in Texas, you will probably find yourself dealing with insurance companies and maybe even the civil legal system. Both insurance companies and civil courts need to determine what happened in...

A common complaint about public transportation is the condition of the vehicles. They may be dirty, poorly maintained, and older. In addition, drivers may not be polite or friendly. The popularity of rideshare companies has given taxis and other public...

The fact that State Farm is a for-profit business means it cannot be, and has never been, a “good neighbor” – at least not for those who file claims against one of its policies. State Farm makes money by accepting...

Most states use a points system with a certain number of points assigned for specific traffic violation convictions. When too many points are accumulated within a period of time, usually one to three years, the motorist’s license is suspended.  Texas...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identifies car accidents as one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in the United States. Brain injuries can range from mild to severe, leaving you and other victims suffering a wide...

It’s common in many states for the police to set up DUI checkpoints. These are usually placed in high-volume areas at times when people are expected to be drinking, like near nightclubs on a Friday night. However, checkpoints have a...

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children. Accidents are also a leading cause of injuries for minors. As a result, there are strict child car seat laws in Texas designed to protect children when they are...

GEICO Insurance Company is Texas's third largest insurer for passenger automobile insurance policies. Therefore, if you are involved in a car accident in Houston, you may have to deal with GEICO to file an insurance claim.  Even though GEICO claims...

Brake checking while traffic is congested can affect even the best of drivers. Even when there is no traffic, a driver might tailgate you because they think you are driving too slow.  When this happens, it might be tempting to...

A car accident can upend your life faster than you can even ask yourself what happened. In an injury accident, it’s not only your body that takes a toll. Your finances can take a hit as medical bills mount and...

If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Houston, TX, there’s a good chance you’ll have to deal with GEICO. The company is one of the most popular auto insurance companies in the U.S. Most people are familiar with...

Feeling fear and anxiety after a car accident is a natural reaction. Your brain uses these reactions to protect you from harm. You do not even need to suffer physical trauma for your brain to trigger these responses. Your brain...

Car accidents can happen at any time of the day or night but are more likely to occur during bad traffic congestion.  Houston traffic can bring out the worst in drivers, causing them to drive irresponsibly and cause collisions. If...

Uninsured motorist insurance (UM) is one of the most popular optional forms of car accident insurance, and for obvious reasons. UIM (underinsured motorist Insurance) is almost as popular. There are few motorists who would not benefit from purchasing UM/UIM insurance....

If you get into an Uber accident, who pays for your medical bills and other damages? The insurance company for the rideshare driver? Uber? Uber’s insurance company?  Texas law has sought to provide a clear answer to this question. However,...