San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association (SATLA) Announces 2019 President George Salinas

The Law Offices of George Salinas, PLLC is proud to announce that George Salinas has been sworn in as the 2019 President of the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association. For the past 51 years, the San

Fatigued Driving and Why Austin Drivers Should Be Concerned

No doubt everyone has heard and seen warnings about the dangers of driving under the influence. However, fatigued driving can be equally risky to drivers and others on the roads. The Centers for Dise

I Was Injured by a Drunk Driver: Do I Have a Claim?

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, alcohol was a contributing factor in nearly 14,000 accidents in 2017. Victims of drunk driving accidents may suffer significant personal injuries,

Be Aware of Drunk Drivers Around Austin This Holiday Season

Unsurprisingly, driving under the influence (DUI) arrests are higher during the holiday season (Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day) than at any other time of the year. Drivers are typically going longer

Five Things to Know About Car Accident Settlement Agreements

A car accident can happen to anyone, and often has serious consequences. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were 43,951 motor vehicle crashes just in San Antonio in 2017. More

Types of Injuries in Austin Personal Injury Cases

Everyone is at risk of sustaining an injury in an accident—whether it’s a car crash, slip and fall, or something else. Minor injuries don’t require medical attention and usually don’t force yo

What to Do if Your Child Is Hit While Riding a Bike?

The day that we remove the training wheels and watch our little ones soar on their bicycle is a milestone for parents and kids alike. Yet, most parents remain concerned about the risks associated with

What Should You Do After an Austin Bus Collision?

Austin bus accidents can frighten everyone involved. Many buses lack seatbelts and airbags, and they often carry dozens of passengers at once—some of whom might need to stand in the aisles when the

Tips for Cycling Safely During your Austin Commute

Most people don't know it, but the very first recorded car accident took place when a car struck a cyclist in 1896. Ever since that first accident, cyclists have been wary about traffic. Austin is not

The Basics of Statutes of Limitations in San Antonio Car Accident Claims

The concept of statutes of limitations dates all the way back to the early Roman legal system. Statutes of limitations exist to create a maximum amount of time an individual must wait to find out i