A T-Bone collision occurs when a vehicle at a cross street collides with a vehicle going straight. T-Bone accidents sometimes occur when people are pulling out of driveways or parking lots but are an especially common type of car accident at intersections. When a vehicle hits the side of a car, there is little to...
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Understanding Costs of Laredo Rear-End Accidents
If you are involved in a rear-end crash in Del Mar, Hillside, Nye, Laredo or elsewhere across Texas, you need to determine how to get your costs covered. If you were to blame for the collision, your own insurance company may cover injuries and property damage you caused to someone else but your own losses...
Read MoreLaredo Red Light Cameras May Cause Rear-End Accidents
A report from Purdue University indicates that almost a third of all multi-car crashes on U.S. roads are rear-end accidents. Drivers throughout Del Mar, Hillside, Nye, Laredo and across Texas need to know of the risk of rear-end crashes and should take steps to avoid these collisions, like stopping gradually when approaching intersections and not...
Read MoreCould Vision Zero Help Prevent Laredo Collisions?
Throughout the United States, some cities have started getting serious about trying to bring down the death rate for people who die in car accidents, pedestrian accidents or bicycle collisions. Many of these cities, including Washington D.C., Chicago, Portland, New York and San Francisco have adopted a plan called "Vision Zero." Vision Zero is based...
Read MoreHow Graduated Driver’s Licenses Can Improve Laredo, TX Road Safety
Obtaining a driver's license is an exciting moment for teens in Laredo and across Texas. Having a license, however, can create a significant risk for young people. Teen drivers are the age group that is the most prone to becoming involved in car accidents. Crashes are also one of the top reasons for the deaths...
Read MoreChild Pedestrians in Laredo Face Accident Dangers
Throughout Del Mar, Hillside, Nye, Laredo and across Texas, pedestrian accidents can cause serious injury, especially to children and the elderly. Approximately 25 percent of all motor vehicle accident deaths involving children occur when the kids are pedestrians rather than when they are in a vehicle. A personal injury lawyer knows that there are many...
Read MoreProtecting Laredo Kids from Toy Defects Over the Holidays
Over the holiday season, toys are a very common gift for children in Del Mar, Hillside, Nye and throughout Laredo. While most children love to receive things that they can play with, a personal injury lawyer knows that new products coming into the house can sometimes endanger young people. Parents need to be aware that there...
Read MoreLaredo Bicycle Crashes a Serious Concern
Both drivers and bicyclists need to ensure they are making smart choices when they share the road. As the number of people commuting by bicycle has increased, many riders and drivers have been unable to adjust and follow the rules to avoid collisions. As a result, there has been a significant increase in the number...
Read MoreTips for Laredo Drivers to Avoid Thanksgiving Collisions
Traveling on Thanksgiving is a tradition for many. In fact, AAA estimates around 43.4 million Americans traveled at least 50 miles for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in 2013. In 2012, even more people- around 44 million- traveled 50 miles or more. A personal injury lawyer knows when there are more motorists on the road, there...
Read MoreSchool Zone Safety a Priority for Laredo Drivers
A car accident occurred in late September after a crossing guard was struck by a vehicle outside a Laredo High School. While the extent of the crossing guard's injuries is currently unknown, eyewitness accounts indicate the guard was directing traffic at United South High School when the crash occurred. Experienced car accident lawyer John R....
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