valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 18, 2023 | Uber & Lyft Accidents
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, Uber’s (and its insurance company’s) liability for your accident will depend on the status of… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 18, 2023 | Texas Laws
If you’ve ever driven on Texas highways, you’ve surely seen signs reading “Left Lane for Passing Only.” These signs are a regular fixture on Texas highways. But does that mean you can never pass on the right, or are there exceptions to this rule? Left-Lane Passing Is the Law While many people think of the… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 18, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Your unfamiliarity with the roads and weather conditions in other areas of the country can increase your risk of being involved in a collision. As a result, an out-of-state car accident is a distinct possibility whenever you travel across state lines. Truck accidents, in particular, can have catastrophic consequences. Even the best-trained truck driver cannot… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 18, 2023 | Car Accidents
Neck and back injuries are some of the most common types of harm to come from car accidents in Texas. They also vary widely in terms of both severity and long-term impact. It is worth examining the most common types of car-accident-related back and neck injuries and the factors that most greatly impact a settlement…. read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 12, 2023 | Summer Safety
If there is one outdoor fixture that is synonymous with hot summer days and good times, it is the family’s backyard pool. But as relaxing and as fun as these fixtures are, they pose a significant risk of drowning accidents to children and adults alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 11, 2023 | Personal Injury
You have probably read that the spine includes 24 vertebrae. And this is true. Between your skull and your hips, you have seven vertebrae in your neck, 12 vertebrae in your chest, and five vertebrae in your lower back. These bones cooperate to support your weight and protect your spinal cord. But you have an… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 8, 2023 | Car Accidents
Many businesses and other employers supply their employees with company cars. The reason is obvious: many jobs require a lot of driving. Employees use the car while on duty, but they might take it home at night as well. So what happens if you suffer a car accident while driving a company car? You need… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 7, 2023 | Premises Liability
“Premises liability” and “slip and fall” are so often used interchangeably that it might be difficult to tell the difference between the two claims. Nevertheless, they are not the same—they just bear a close relationship with each other, and they often go together. Premises Liability Claims The owner or manager of property owes a duty… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 6, 2023 | Car Accidents
Failure to report a car accident in Texas could result in one or more consequences. You could face legal penalties if you do not report an accident to the police. The party who caused your accident could claim that you were at fault, and you could lose valuable evidence for a personal injury claim by… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | July 6, 2023 | Car Accidents
Even a minor car accident can cause significant property damage to your vehicle. You might be without your vehicle for several days or weeks while the repairs are being made. For most people, being without their car is not just inconvenient; it is also unrealistic. They must get to work, take their kids to school,… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 15, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), motor vehicle crashes claimed the lives of 562 motorcycle riders in 2022. This figure marked an 8% increase over the previous year. Motorcyclists can be vulnerable on Texas roadways and throughout the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), helmets saved an estimated… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 14, 2023 | Texas Laws
Many people in Houston use golf carts as a means of transportation. Changes to the Texas golf cart laws allow people to use golf cars on roads with restrictions. It is important to understand the Texas golf car laws to protect yourself from liability in case of a golf car accident. Texas Law Regarding Golf… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 13, 2023 | Court
Many injury victims seek to receive financial compensation. Still, others want to pursue justice for different reasons. Victims often want to tell their stories in court and be heard. They also want the law to recognize that someone harmed them. While personal injury accidents often cause financial losses, other hardships are associated with suffering an… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 6, 2023 | Premises Liability
Various people may visit your home, ranging from friends, family members, and friends of your children to professional colleagues, meter readers, handymen, and babysitters. If one of these people is injured while on your property, are you liable? As with many questions in the law, the short answer is “It depends.” Property owners may be… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 5, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Trucking companies are instrumental in keeping the United States running smoothly. Every day, they are responsible for safely shipping millions of pounds of goods, waste, and other cargo throughout the entire country. These companies also generate billions of dollars in revenue and help other businesses and organizations do the same. Although there are numerous trucking… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 5, 2023 | Car Accidents
Every year, close to 20,000 Texans are seriously injured in car accidents and another 4,000 or so are killed. These crashes can happen anywhere, but there are a few specific highways that tend to be more prone to accidents. These highways suffer thousands of wrecks and see dozens of deaths every year. So which are… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 4, 2023 | Car Accidents
High-beam headlights are useful under certain circumstances. When another vehicle is nearby, however, the use of high beams can constitute negligent driving that can cause a car accident. When this happens, you should seek full compensation from the at-fault driver by filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Using High Beams With Oncoming Traffic… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 3, 2023 | Car Accidents
As any paramedic will tell you, no two accident scenes are identical. Sometimes, cars hit each other head-on and other times, they barely touch. The most common type of accident is rear-end collisions, but that doesn’t mean it is the only type of accident you should be concerned about. One of the less common types… read more