Monthly Archives: April 2024
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
After being involved in a car crash, you likely feel stunned. There’s a lot on your mind. What happens next? Even if you have been involved in a car accident before, you are likely not prepared for one. A crash can happen in an instant, leaving you and your vehicle with severe damages. So… Read More »
Driving With Other Teens in the Car
Many teens look forward to the day they turn 16 and can drive on their own. Driving offers freedom for teens. They are able to go from place to place without having their parents in the car with them. However, one of the main issues with this is that driving is often a social… Read More »
Dealing With Tire Blowouts
An ideal commute would be getting to your destination quickly, without any automotive issues. Unfortunately, though, sometimes vehicles have issues. The engine light might come on. You may experience reduced power. Maybe your vehicle stalls on a busy road. A major issue would be a tire blowout. Tire blowouts are major issues because they… Read More »
When is a Car Considered Totaled?
After a car accident, you may be told that your vehicle is “totaled.” When is a car considered and what does this mean for you? A car is typically considered totaled when the cost to repair it exceeds a certain percentage of its actual cash value (ACV). This refers to the value of the… Read More »
How to Drive Safely on Ice
Ice is dangerous. This frozen water can be found on roadways during the Texas winters. Ice is no laughing matter. It’s a slippery substance that can cause even a slow-moving vehicle to lose control. Driving on ice is not for the faint of heart or for novice drivers. Even experienced drivers can easily lose… Read More »
Crashes at Intersections
Many people enjoy driving and teens look forward to the day when they get their driver’s license, but the truth is that driving is not easy. Crashes are common, especially at intersections. That’s because these are the locations where two or more roads cross each other. Activities such as turning left, turning right, and… Read More »
Potholes and Car Accidents
Cars can be easy to drive when the roads are smooth and free of defects. When there are potholes, though, driving can be much more difficult. Potholes are a huge annoyance that causes billions of dollars in vehicle damages. A pothole can cause hundreds and even thousands of dollars in damage to a single… Read More »
Facial Injuries in Car Accidents
A person can suffer facial trauma in various ways. Sports and falls can cause injuries to the face. So can motor vehicle accidents. However, facial fractures incurred in a crash are more likely to result in an associated head injury. A study of over 3,000 emergency room patients found that the zygoma is the… Read More »