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You shouldn’t talk to another driver’s insurance company without a lawyer.   What Should I Do If Another Driver’s Insurance Asks For a Recorded Statement? Key Takeaway:You are not required to give a recorded statement to another driver’s insurance company in Texas, and doing so could hurt your claim. When…

Unlicensed drivers are a widespread problem in Texas.   If an Unlicensed Driver Hit Me, What Options Do I Have? Key Takeaway:If you’re hit by an unlicensed driver in Texas, you can pursue a claim against them, but in most cases, compensation will come through your own Uninsured Motorist coverage.…

OSHA’s Safe and Sound Week is held every year in August.   Outdoor Workers and the Texas Heat: Your Rights During OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week August in Texas is notorious for extreme heat, and outdoor workers like construction crews, landscapers, and utility employees face some of the toughest conditions.…

Multiple parties may be responsible for an injury at a rental property.   Can I Sue if I Got Hurt at an Airbnb in Texas? Key Takeaway:You can sue or file a claim if you were injured at an Airbnb in Texas, but you must prove your injury was caused…

August is National Traffic Awareness Month   How Texas Drivers Can Prevent—and Respond to—Serious Accidents Texas roads remain among the deadliest in the nation, with thousands of crashes occurring every year. In 2024, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recorded 14,905 serious injury crashes, leaving 18,218 people with severe injuries.…

Missed work due to an injury can be included in PI claims after an accident if certain conditions are met.   Can I Be Reimbursed for the Time I Couldn’t Work After My Accident? Key Takeaway:Yes—if you can prove the accident caused your injury, that your injury kept you from…

Who’s to blame when your child is injured in a school zone?   Child Injured in a School Zone Accident: Understanding Fault & Liability in Texas As another school year begins in Texas, safety—not school supplies—should be the top priority. The start of the year brings an increase in students…

Even seemingly minor accidents can have major consequences.   Is Hiring a Lawyer Necessary for Minor Car Accidents in Texas? Key Takeaway:Even in a minor car accident, hiring a lawyer can be essential—especially if you’re injured or being blamed for something that wasn’t your fault. At first glance, a fender…

Work zones are a common accident site.   What to Do If You’re Injured in a Summer Road Construction Accident in Texas Every summer, road construction ramps up across Texas—and so do serious accidents in work zones. While construction is essential for safer roads, the temporary hazards it creates can…

Here’s what to do immediately after a car accident in Texas. I Got into a Crash — What Should I Do? Key Takeaway:If you’ve been in a car accident in Texas, your first steps should be to check for injuries, call 911, document the scene, get medical attention, and consult…