Can a Car Accident Cause Migraines?
Car accidents can have far-reaching effects on an individual's health, often beyond the immediately visible injuries. One less obvious yet highly debilitating condition that can arise after a car accident is migraines. These severe headaches can result from both the physical and emotional trauma of a car accident. This Hernandez...
Can I Sue for Pain and Suffering After a Car Accident?
In the bustling streets of Texas, car accidents are an unfortunate reality many residents face yearly. While the immediate concerns following a crash often revolve around physical injuries and property damage, there's another crucial aspect that accident victims should consider: the emotional and psychological toll of the incident.
"Pain...
The Dangers of Distracted Driving for Pedestrians
In an era where smartphones and in-car technologies constantly vie for our attention, distracted driving has become a growing menace on Texas roads. While all road users are at risk, pedestrians are particularly vulnerable to the consequences of a driver's divided attention. Every year, countless lives are altered in the blink of...
Dealing with Insurance Adjusters: Tips for Protecting Your Rights & Negotiating Fair Settlements
Negotiating with insurance adjusters in Houston after an accident or injury piles on frustration and stress when you’re already dealing with enough. In fact, sometimes adjusters are counting on this. But with some basic preparation and strategies for negotiating, you can be better equipped to get the best possible outcome. First,...
The Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Houston
Car accidents can be overwhelming and stressful. But what you do (or don't do) immediately after can impact your ability to get fair compensation down the road. Avoiding these five mistakes can save you a legal headache and put you in a better position to get the most compensation available.
Should I Post About My Car Accident on Social Media?
If you are like most people, you probably use social media to stay in touch with friends and family, make new acquaintances with similar interests, and learn about things going on around the world. Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn have become valuable communication tools and also help many of us do business....
PTSD After a Car Accident: “Invisible” Injuries After a Car Wreck
When you are involved in a car crash, most of your injuries are readily apparent. You may suffer broken bones, lacerations, soft tissue injuries, and ligament sprains. But what is less apparent are the injuries that may occur to your psyche. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition...
Ask the Attorney: I’ve already been involved in a car accident lawsuit, will it be held against me if I try to collect for my injuries in a second accident?
Getting involved in a car accident is not unusual. In fact, the Texas Department of Transportation has reported that over 634,000 traffic accidents occur each year in our state. As a result, the odds are good that you may be involved in a collision this year. What is less likely is that...
Injured in an accident in a rental car? Your rights and responsibilities
The rental car business in the United States currently earns about $36.1 billion per year in revenue. If you are a Texas driver or need to get around the state when visiting on business or pleasure, chances are that at some point you are going to need to rent a car. Just...
Ask the Attorney: Can I still file an accident claim if a police report wasn’t filed at the scene?
Getting into a car accident can be a very stressful experience. Whether or not you are at fault, your entire day has been disrupted, and you have been left with a damaged vehicle. As a result, it is not uncommon for many motorists here in Texas to neglect to call the police....