valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 22, 2024 | Auto Accidents
If you were injured in a car accident due to another driver’s negligence, you are not required to hire a lawyer. However, hiring a car accident lawyer after an accident can help you prove the other driver was at fault and collect financial compensation as a result. After a car accident that was another driver’s… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 18, 2024 | Truck Accidents
Large commercial vehicles are difficult to control. Their size, weight, and high center of gravity increase stopping distance, require extra space to turn, and make it easier to lose control of the vehicle. You may be familiar with risks like jackknifing, which happens when the trailer and cab start to move in different directions. When… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 11, 2024 | Car Accidents
T-Bone accidents are a dangerous type of car accident and involve one vehicle’s front end colliding with another vehicle’s side (thus forming a “T” shape). Also known as side-impact accidents, T-Bone accidents can lead to a wide variety of injuries to drivers and passengers. To those sitting on the side of the vehicle that is… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 5, 2024 | Car Accidents
Car accidents in Texas can be devastating experiences. Not only can you be left without a mode of transportation, but you may also suffer physical and emotional trauma that can take months or years to recover from. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Texas, you could be entitled to compensation for your… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 28, 2024 | Texas Laws
As technology for drones (UAEs or unmanned aerial vehicles) has advanced, so have the laws governing their use. More and more people are purchasing and using drones in Texas. It is necessary to have drone laws to protect the general public from invasions of privacy and potential harm and injury. Commercial flyers and hobbyists have… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 22, 2024 | Texas Laws
Many drivers believe that driving barefoot is against the law. But is it really? The simple answer is no — driving barefoot doesn’t violate any laws. Even so, it may not be the safest option, as driving with bare feet could contribute to car accidents in certain cases. Driving Barefoot In Texas Is Illegal —… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 7, 2024 | Texas Laws
Road safety is a serious issue in Texas. One of the easiest ways to keep safe behind the wheel is to wear a seatbelt. While most Texans understand the importance of buckling up, there is often confusion about Texas’ seatbelt laws. This includes whether backseat passengers have to wear a seatbelt in Houston. At Attorney… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 6, 2024 | Personal Injury
Facing a personal injury can be life-altering. Victims often face not only physical injuries and emotional distress but financial burdens from medical expenses and lost wages, too. Many people who want to hire a Houston personal injury lawyer wonder, “What if I can’t afford an attorney?” There is a viable path forward if you or… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 5, 2024 | Wrongful Death
A wrongful death claim can arise from any situation where a party causes a fatality because of negligence, intentional torts, illegal behavior, or other wrongdoing. When the person’s death could have been avoided had it not been for the party’s conduct, certain loved ones may qualify to sue. Motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents,… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 4, 2024 | Personal Injury
The Wild West Brewfest (WWBF) is more than a celebration of hops and malts; it’s a community gathering of those who appreciate the craftsmanship behind a cold, refreshing pint. It’s also for a good cause. Founded by the Rotary Club of Katy and now in its thirteenth year, the WWBF has raised more than $1.25… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 3, 2024 | Uber & Lyft Accidents
Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare services are often seen as and advertised as safe transportation options. However, there is nothing in Uber’s or Lyft’s driver requirements that make drivers for these companies any safer than any other drivers on the road. In fact, statistics show that fatal car accidents have increased by about 3% since… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 2, 2024 | Car Accidents
Anyone who lives in Houston knows that the city is home to its fair share of terrible drivers. While no one wants to end up in a crash, car accident statistics do provide a silver lining: They make it possible to understand who causes the most collisions and why. With that said, if you’ve ever… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | March 1, 2024 | Personal Injury
The Houston Zoo is one of the most popular attractions in the area. Locals and tourists alike come to see wild animals, learn about them, and sometimes even have more hands-on experiences with them. While this can be a fun day, some of these instances can turn tragic. Over the last quarter century, 256 people… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | February 29, 2024 | Personal Injury
Navigating life after a life-changing accident can lead to a spectrum of challenges, especially when it involves spinal cord injuries. Paraplegia and quadriplegia, two severe conditions stemming from spinal cord injuries, are often misrepresented or misunderstood. Here is what you should know about the differences between these two forms of paralysis, both of which are… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | February 22, 2024 | Product Liability
A recent multistate listeria outbreak involving various dairy products has resulted in nationwide recalls. As of this writing, 113 food items under numerous brand names have been recalled. Investigations are ongoing as of February 2024. However, due to the potential consequences of infection, federal agencies recommend throwing away recalled products and sanitizing all surfaces that… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | February 15, 2024 | Car Accidents
You know it’s probably bad for your waistline, but did you know that going through that fast food drive-through could also increase your risk of causing an auto accident? It’s true. A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that eating while driving could be an even greater distraction than using a… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | February 13, 2024 | Motorcycle Accidents
Every major city has them: certain intersections or high-traffic areas where accidents are common. Motorcyclists need to be acutely aware of these crash hotspots because they are at a higher risk of being in a fatal traffic collision. The latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that motorcyclists make up 14% of… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | February 7, 2024 | Personal Injury
If someone damages your property through irresponsible or criminal behavior, a property damage claim might arise in your favor. In some cases, you might have a property damage claim even when the defendant is not at fault (a claim over a defective product, for example). You can enforce your property damage claim under state law…. read more