What Does It Mean for a Truck to Jackknife?

A fully loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds – a recipe for disaster if it loses control on the road. One of the most terrifying things you can see in front of you on a highway is a truck jackknifing. Often resulting from speeding and/or improper braking, a jackknifing truck can quickly cause […]

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What Is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?

If you were injured in an accident and someone else was at fault, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries through a claim of negligence or negligence per se. While these two terms seem quite similar, they are two distinct legal causes of action and will require the plaintiff to prove different […]

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Commonly Forgotten Driving Laws

If you’ve been driving for any length of time, you probably feel like you have a good grasp on the basic rules of the road. Be that as it may, any police officer or car accident attorney in Dallas would tell you that the cause of many crashes is the fact that drivers forget to […]

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How Are Lost Wages Calculated in Texas?

If you are hurt in an accident, you may be unable to work until you heal completely from your injuries. As a result, you could incur substantial lost wages. Fortunately, the person who caused your injury could be liable for your lost wages. However, before receiving lost wages for a personal injury or accident claim, […]

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Can You Switch Personal Injury Lawyers in Dallas, TX? 

Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be an excellent decision if you’ve been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall, or other personal injury accident. But what happens if you later change your mind and decide you’d like to work with a different lawyer? Usually, you have the right to choose who your […]

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What Does a Car Accident Lawyer Do in Dallas?

You might wonder whether you need to hire a car accident lawyer after a collision in Dallas, Texas. Since the state is considered “at-fault” for car insurance, you generally have the option to file a legal claim against the driver responsible for your crash. An attorney can handle your claim from start to finish and […]

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The Different Types of Negligence in Dallas Personal Injury Claims

Negligence, which means something like ‘carelessness’, is the basis of most personal injury claims in Dallas, TX. In other words, most personal injury claims arise because someone injured someone else through carelessness.  That might mean driving too fast, performing substandard surgery on a medical patient, or creating a faulty and dangerous product design. The word […]

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Back Injuries After a Car Accident

Approximately 17,900 new spinal cord injury cases occur every year, according to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center. Of these, over 6,500 are sustained in vehicular accidents. However, spinal cord injuries are only one of several types of back injuries you can suffer in an automobile crash. From sprains and strains to herniated discs […]

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Understanding Road Rash: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention

You’ve probably encountered road rash if you’re a motorcyclist or have been involved in an accident that caused skin abrasions. Although road rash is commonly considered a minor injury, it can have severe consequences.  Understanding road rash is essential whether you’re a rider or simply curious about this common injury. What Is Road Rash? Road […]

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