Category: Car Accident
Texas law requires motorists to have a valid driver’s license. Yet millions of drivers operate vehicles without proper licenses every day ― and the consequences can be devastating. One study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found nearly one in five drivers involved in fatal wrecks in the United States…
In motor vehicle accidents, the first thing drivers should do is exchange information with other involved parties. Unfortunately, some drivers don’t want to cooperate. So, what if someone won’t share insurance information after a car crash in Colorado? The answer is simple: call the authorities and do not engage with the…
Texas is an at-fault insurance state. That means the insurer of the at-fault driver who causes a car accident is typically responsible for covering any victims’ medical expenses. However, to receive compensation, the victim must demonstrate that the accident was the other driver’s fault. But what happens if the other…
If a car crash leaves you unable to work, even temporarily, you can seek financial compensation for lost wages with help from a Texas car accident lawyer. A lost wages claim requires evidence such as proof of employment and income, documentation of your injuries, and a calculation of your lost…
After a Colorado car accident, you may be eligible to recover compensation through a personal injury claim for any expenses or losses resulting from the accident. A personal injury claim can provide you with several categories of compensation, including economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. Contact The Wilhite Law Firm today for…
Like every other state in the U.S., Colorado requires children to sit in appropriate car or booster seats when riding in cars. Children age 15 and under must use a child restraint system or seat belt as appropriate for their height and weight. Failing to secure a child in a vehicle…
Colorado cell phone driving laws allow adult drivers to make regular voice calls and wear a headset in one ear to facilitate such calls. Adults are banned from texting or using the Internet, and minors cannot use cell phones and other mobile devices in any way while behind the wheel. Is…
f you’ve been in a collision and need to file a car accident claim with GEICO, call 1-800-841-3000. You may also file an auto accident claim online or through the company’s mobile app. GEICO will assign a claims adjuster to your case. Technically, it’s an adjuster’s job to investigate and determine how…
If you were seriously hurt in a Colorado car accident, you’re likely wondering how you will make ends meet while you’re unable to work. Fortunately, Colorado law allows you to seek compensation for your missing income. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help demand compensation for your lost wages from…
If your car sustains damage after a collision in Colorado, the at-fault driver usually pays for the rental. When another driver causes the crash, their insurance should cover your rental car costs. However, if you’re at fault or the other driver’s insurance doesn’t fully cover a rental, your insurance might…
