Year: 2024

Texas map in focus

Texas is not a no-fault state. In these states, each driver seeks money from their own insurer after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. Instead, Texas operates under an at-fault system. This means that the party who caused the collision is responsible for covering the injured party’s losses….

Lawyer writing demand letter.

If you have suffered injuries or lost a loved one due to someone else’s legal fault, you can begin a personal injury or wrongful death claim by sending a demand letter to the at-fault party or their insurer. This letter presents the reasons for your claim and the amount you…

Disabled man suffering ptsd from car accident.

Under Texas law, you can recover damages for mental anguish in a personal injury claim. However, you must show that you have suffered a high degree of emotional distress due to someone’s intentional, wrongful, or negligent actions. You must also prove that the distress has hurt your quality of life…

Oil refinery accident explosion with dark smoke

A majority of the oil refineries in the United States are located in Texas, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Below is a full list of refineries in Texas and their locations: Alon USA Energy Inc. (Big Spring) Buckeye Texas Processing LLC (Corpus Christi)…

Dog biting arm stranger passing.

If a dog attacked and injured you in Colorado, are you able to recover compensation for your injuries? Yes, in many cases, you can. After a dog bite injury, you can seek compensation through a personal injury claim against the dog’s owner or other parties responsible for controlling the animal….

Driving at the mountain side of Colorado

Driving through the mountains of Colorado is a beautiful and scenic experience, but it also presents unique challenges and hazards that demand careful attention and preparation from drivers. Whether you are a seasoned driver or new to mountain driving, you must do what you can to stay safe. That means…

Mother fastening safety belt on booster seat for her kid.

Colorado seat belt laws require every driver, front seat passenger, and child under 16 to wear a seat belt in a vehicle operating on a street or highway. This law applies to occupants of all motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and autocycles equipped with safety belts. While the law mandates…

Truck driver smiling while at work.

It’s essential to report a truck driver’s behavior if they are operating their vehicle in a way that puts other people at risk. When you can safely do so, call the phone number listed on the vehicle and provide the company with the truck’s identification number. You can also alert…

Book representation statute of limitations for personal injury claims.

If you suffer a preventable injury due to someone else’s wrongful behavior in Colorado, you have two years from the date of the injury to file most personal injury lawsuits. However, the time limit is three years for lawsuits stemming from car accidents. Missing these deadlines could mean sacrificing your…

Car crossing in the parking lot.

Cutting through a parking lot to avoid traffic or traffic control devices is illegal in Texas. Using a parking lot as a shortcut to bypass red lights, stop signs, or congestion can result in a traffic violation. Police often patrol areas where this behavior is common and ticket offenders. Drivers…