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How Black Box Data Can Make or Break a Truck Accident Case

By The West Law Office |

You’ve likely heard of airplane “black boxes,” but did you know most modern cars have a similar device? Today, about 95% of new vehicles are equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR), which is a tool that captures key driving data in the moments before, during, and after a crash involving airbag deployment or… Read More »

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Garbage Truck Accidents Caused by Falling Debris

By The West Law Office |

When it comes to garbage trucks, it’s all about safety. Yes, these vehicles have a big job to do, collecting your garbage every week. But garbage trucks are huge and can cause serious accidents that can cause injuries and fatalities. Even when they don’t collide with your vehicle, they can still cause accidents. This… Read More »

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Tire Blowouts on Highways

By The West Law Office |

Driving on a highway can be scary enough with crazy drivers at high speeds. Nothing can be worse than experiencing a tire blowout while on the highway. A sudden blowout can cause you to lose control of your vehicle. Your goals are to stay safe and get back on the road as quickly as… Read More »

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Crashes Caused by Unlicensed Drivers

By The West Law Office |

Motor vehicle laws are in place to reduce dangers for both drivers and pedestrians. Among the most well-known legal requirements is to have a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle. Despite this requirement, some people continue to drive with suspended or revoked licenses — some never having a valid driver’s license to begin… Read More »

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What Happens When Your Car is Stolen and is Involved in a Crash?

By The West Law Office |

Auto theft is a common problem in the United States. While theft decreased from 2023 to 2024 — from 1,020,729 to 850,708 vehicles stolen — the fact remains that a vehicle is stolen every 37 seconds on average. Anyone of any age can steal a vehicle. Even young children without a license have been… Read More »

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Night Driving Safety

By The West Law Office |

If you’ve ever driven at various times of the day, you know that it’s much easier to drive during the day. The main reason for this is that visibility is much better. Once it starts getting dark, it’s harder to see what’s on the road. It’s easy to collide with road hazards, animals, and… Read More »

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Right-of-Way Rules to Know While Driving

By The West Law Office |

Many teens count down the days until their 16th birthday so they can get their driver’s license. Teaching their kids to drive is often a nerve-wracking experience for parents. Driving is not an easy task. As the saying goes, driving is a privilege, and for good reason. When it comes to driving, there are… Read More »

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Dangers of Falling Asleep While Driving

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Nobody wants to fall asleep while behind the wheel. Such a situation can have catastrophic or deadly outcomes. Sadly, this was recently the case in Texas. On June 28, a family from Fort Worth was traveling back from East Texas when a semi-truck hit two 18-wheelers and three passenger vehicles. The truck driver told… Read More »

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Dealing With Road Construction: Avoiding Accidents

By The West Law Office |

Road work can be frustrating for drivers. There are often delays and detours to deal with. Switching lanes, slowing down, and traveling in different directions can be frustrating and confusing for even the most experienced driver. Because of this, accidents in work zones are not uncommon. Work zones are indeed dangerous. In 2023, work… Read More »

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Driving on Flooded Roads: What You Need to Know

By The West Law Office |

Texas often experiences crazy weather in the form of hurricanes. While the state is not currently experiencing a hurricane, parts of central Texas are seeing unprecedented amounts of rain. There has been a month’s worth of rain in just a few hours, prompting multiple flash flood emergencies. The town of Hunt received about 6.5… Read More »

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