Texas roads were connected to more fatal crashes than any other state’s roads between 2020 and 2024, according to a new nationwide study we reviewed from George Salinas Injury Lawyers. The report analyzed condition-related fatalities, meaning deaths tied to work zones, poor surface conditions, or road defects, across 49 states, and Texas topped the…
Rideshare crashes look like ordinary car accidents at the scene. The insurance behind them rarely is. When the driver who hit you was working for Uber or Lyft, your claim can involve the driver’s personal policy, a company policy, and sometimes your own coverage at once. That layered setup is a big reason people…
Key Takeaways: Memphis, Tennessee ranked as the deadliest city for rush hour crashes, with the highest rate and risk score in the study. Phoenix, Arizona had the second highest risk score, but had the highest overall number of fatal rush hour crashes. Texas dominates the rankings, with nine cities appearing in the top 70…
While you might be presumed to be at fault as the rear driver in a San Antonio rear-end crash, some exceptions may hold the front driver completely or partially at fault for the accident. Here are some things you should know about this situation: The Rear Driver Is Usually at Fault In most rear-end…
Because Texas is an at-fault state for car insurance, the at-fault driver is responsible for paying for the damage they cause in a car accident. However, you have to prove the other driver was at fault to hold them responsible. If you were involved in a traffic accident, you reasonably want the other driver…
With thousands of personal injury attorneys to choose from in Texas and hundreds of personal injury lawyers that service the San Antonio area, it can be difficult to know who you should hire. You will be working closely with your car accident attorney in the coming weeks and months, so the choice you make…
Insurance companies are for-profit companies that do everything possible to minimize the value of claims or deny them altogether to save a quick buck. If they can successfully argue that your injuries are not as severe as you claim, they may be able to justify a lower settlement offer. Here are some strategies they…
GAP insurance can help prevent you from owing on a car loan if you were still paying for your vehicle when it was totaled in an accident. Here is what you need to know if you’re affected by this legal issue after a truck accident in San Antonio. What Is GAP Insurance? GAP stands…
Third-party liability refers to an individual or entity that was not directly involved in an accident. In some cases, third parties may still be legally liable for an accident, which can potentially increase your financial compensation and broaden your legal rights for pursuing compensation. For example, if you were injured at work, you might…
If you have been involved in an accident with a rental car, the situation can quickly become more complicated than if only motorists’ personal vehicles are involved. How the accident is handled will largely depend on how the accident occurred, what the insurance policy says, and the San Antonio accident lawyer you choose. Different…