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The graduated driver’s license (GDL) program in Texas requires only 30 hours of supervised driving practice, but many other states require 50 hours of supervised practice. Some states may honor a Texas learner’s permit, but others may not. That can mean serious consequences for your driving future. What Do The States Bordering Texas Say?  Four […]

The Lisa Torry Smith Act In 2017, the tragic death of a young mother named Lisa Torry Smith from Missouri City brought statewide attention to the need for stricter enforcement of criminal laws in pedestrian accidents. While the driver who struck Smith while she was walking her son to school was initially charged with criminally […]

Your discs between the C4 and C5 vertebrae and between your C5 and C6 vertebrae are at an increased risk of herniation in a car accident. The more you know about this potential injury, the more empowered you will be to seek the medical care you need following an accident. Location of the C4, C5, […]

Rideshare accidents now account for many of the auto crashes each year in Texas. To protect the public, both companies and state and local governments have instituted policies, laws, and regulations for drivers and their vehicles. Although nothing can prevent all rideshare accidents, these laws and rules can lessen the risks of such accidents and […]

Turning Left at a Red Light in Texas While turning right on red is usually legal, there are only limited circumstances when it’s legal to turn left on red in Texas.  Texas drivers can legally turn right on a red light if:  In contrast, there are only narrow circumstances when a driver can turn left […]

The Texas Vehicle Inspection Process Currently, Texas vehicle owners must obtain a vehicle inspection sticker every year.  Obtaining this sticker requires submitting to and passing a vehicle inspection that checks the following integral systems: The price of the vehicle inspection for most auto owners in Texas is less than $10, which may involve a one-year […]

Before you head out to enjoy a day on the water in Dallas, it’s a good idea to review water safety tips that can help you stay safe while you’re enjoying all the Trinity River has to offer. Do Your Research If you don’t know the area well, you will want to start by researching […]

It’s crucial that you know what tricks to expect when going through this process. Our personal injury lawyers have extensive experience handling GEICO claims. We have discovered the following secrets about the insurance company and are sharing them with you. GEICO Insurance Adjusters Use Recorded Statements Against Claimants It sounds reasonable: You are in an […]

Here are nine things you need to know about a free lawyer consultation in Dallas: 1. The Consultation Is Truly Free If a lawyer advertises a free initial consultation, you can expect that consultation not to cost you a single cent. The lawyer’s office should not demand a fee upfront to make the appointment, nor […]

While red light traffic cameras are no longer operational in places like Dallas, it’s still possible to receive traffic citations from law enforcement officers. Violating road rules and receiving citations can actually impact your situation if you’ve been involved in a car accident. This may aid in proving cause and liability.  How Do Red Light […]