valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 20, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
Helmet cameras have become an increasingly popular choice for motorcyclists. Yet despite their availability and convenience, they’re still not considered a staple for biking safety. Some bikers may feel that wearing a helmet is an unnecessary hassle. Others might view the choice to wear a helmet camera as indicating fear of an accident. However, wearing… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 15, 2022 | Car Accidents
You might question your need for a lawyer to handle a minor car accident. Your skepticism may be justified – it all depends on how serious the accident was. If it was a minor fender-bender, your body suffered no impact, and your airbags didn’t inflate, you might not need a lawyer. If you suffered anything… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 13, 2022 | Truck Accidents
We’ve all felt a sense of apprehension at the sight of an overloaded semi barreling down the highway. Instinct sends a natural warning to give a heavily-loaded truck a safe distance. This reaction exists for a good reason: an overloaded truck poses a life-threatening danger. Overloaded trucks can be deadly, and strict regulations exist that… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 12, 2022 | Premises Liability
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), across the nation, fire departments responded to nearly 350,000 home fires on average each year from 2015 to 2019. The devastating results for each of those years include an average of 2,620 civilian deaths, 11,070 injuries, and over $7 billion in property damage. Fire prevention saves lives… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 10, 2022 | Product Liability
In May 2021, Valisure LLC released a statement that it had detected benzene in several brands of sunscreen products, including Johnson & Johnson sunscreens. Valisure submitted a Citizen Petition to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) asking the FDA to request a recall of the identified batches of contaminated sunscreen products. The petition contains… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 10, 2022 | Truck Accidents
U-Haul is a popular rental company for trucks and trailers. Depending on availability, you could rent a 26-foot truck. Unfortunately, a person does not need a commercial truck license or special training to rent a U-Haul truck. Moving trucks can be difficult to handle, especially when they are fully loaded or hauling a car or… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | June 1, 2022 | Truck Accidents
It can be intimidating to see a large 18-wheeler fly by while traveling along Houston roadways. Speed limits are designated to protect everyone on the road and are set to be the maximum under the best weather and road conditions. When conditions are bad, the law stipulates that vehicles should travel at slower, safer speeds…. read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 31, 2022 | Car Accidents
Car accidents are an unfortunate yet common problem on Houston roads and highways. After an accident, drivers are under certain obligations and may face criminal charges for not abiding by them. Filing a crash report with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in a timely manner is one of these obligations. A crash report is… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 30, 2022 | Car Accidents
Modern vehicles are outfitted with several standard safety features designed to prevent collisions, reduce the severity of a wreck, or protect occupants in the vehicle if they crash. Blind-spot mirrors, seat belts, automatic emergency braking systems, and adaptive cruise control are common features. Perhaps the most important safety feature in a vehicle is airbags, which… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 24, 2022 | Car Accidents
It has happened to nearly everyone. One day, you are driving your trusty vehicle as you normally would, and the next, you find yourself in a car accident with a damaged vehicle. Once the dust settles and all of the reports are filed, you may be wondering where you should take your car for repairs. … read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 20, 2022 | Car Accidents
Houston traffic can get pretty bad, and it’s hard to avoid the occasional fender bender. Car accidents happen to everyone at some point, and it’s a relief when the damage is minor. When you’re caught in a minor car accident in Houston, TX, it can be tempting for both drivers to agree that the damage… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 19, 2022 | Pedestrian Accident
Jaywalking is the term used to describe a person illegally crossing the street on foot. If you are caught jaywalking, you could be given a citation. Texas has numerous pedestrian laws that define when a pedestrian has the right-of-way. A pedestrian has the right of way when crossing the road in most cases. Motorists should… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 18, 2022 | Texas Laws
Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking tobacco products. Vaping devices allow the user to inhale an aerosol that contains nicotine and other chemicals. Many vaping products contain flavorings, making vaping attractive to younger users. Vaping devices are battery-operated. Some devices are disposable, while other vaping devices are rechargeable. They may resemble a USB… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 17, 2022 | Car Accidents
States determine their own auto insurance laws. Two systems are prevalent: at-fault and no-fault. Texas, like most states, applies an at-fault approach for compensation in the event of a car accident. In a no-fault system, each party looks to their own insurance to pay damages arising from an accident. In an at-fault system, the at-fault… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 16, 2022 | Car Accidents
Knowing what to do when you’re involved in an accident can be complicated, especially if you’re driving someone else’s car. This blog post will fill you in so that you can be prepared if you find yourself in this situation. We’ll start with some simple instructions. Try to remain calm and call 911 to report… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | May 3, 2022 | Texas Laws
Being stuck behind a school bus can be frustrating if it happens when you’re in a rush for your morning commute. But if you don’t know the rules about when to stop for a school bus in Texas, you could risk hurting a child and getting into significant trouble to boot. Continue reading to learn… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 29, 2022 | Car Accidents
A recent project completed by a group of University of Houston students and faculty shows which intersections in Houston are the most dangerous. If you live in Houston, you will likely recognize a few of these problem intersections and may have even had some trouble at one. Top 10 Most Dangerous Intersections in Houston The… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | April 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
Rollover accidents can be terrifying and have the highest potential for serious bodily injury. As your car rolls, you’ll be tossed around the vehicle, hitting many different body parts before finally coming to a stop. Unfortunately, you go where the car goes when you’re involved in a rollover accident. If you didn’t have a seat… read more