The rise in rideshare services has led to an exponential increase in rideshare drivers and accidents. Uber and Lyft have vehicle and driver requirements in place to avoid liability arising from these incidents and to comply with government regulations. When these driver and vehicle requirements are not enforced, the risk of an accident occurring…
In an accident, you may experience trauma to certain parts of the body, including the head, neck, and back. However, one of the areas of the body that can suffer injury that’s less spoken about is the tailbone. If you sustain an injury to your tailbone after an accident caused by another, you may…
A car accident lawyer helps victims of car accidents get compensated for their injuries and losses caused by another driver. Car accidents are scary, stressful, and expensive. A car accident lawyer, also called a personal injury lawyer, helps victims navigate the process and file a personal injury claim to get the compensation they need…
You might not think munching on a snack or indulging in a hamburger while driving around poses much of a serious safety concern. But you might be surprised to learn just how often eating while driving leads to serious accidents, injuries, and even death. With that being said, you should think twice the next…
When it comes to bringing a personal injury claim, it is crucial to understand the difference between negligence and negligence per se. These terms may sound similar, but they represent distinct legal theories for bringing a personal injury claim. In this blog post, we’ll explore the differences between negligence and negligence per se, shedding…
The constitutional right to a trial by jury is a powerful part of our justice system. But for it to work, we need people to fill those jury seats. These are the same people who also have the right to this fair trial process. Being called for jury duty is a civic duty. It’s…
When you’re approaching a traffic light and see it change from green to yellow to red, you have a choice to make. You could slow down and stop, or you could speed up and continue through the red light. Though you may scoff at the idea while you’re not out on the road, there…
If you’ve been in a car accident in San Antonio, you can pursue a negligence claim even if you do not have a physical injury. One of the elements of a negligence claim is damages, which requires the plaintiff to show that they experienced some sort of harm. While a negligence claim requires a…
Filing a personal injury claim is a significant step in seeking compensation for the harm you’ve suffered due to another’s intentional actions or negligence. Such claims might arise from motor vehicle accidents or slip and fall incidents at poorly maintained premises. Essentially, any situation where injury results from someone’s negligent or intentional behavior can lead…
The lawyer you choose for your personal injury case might make the difference between a fair outcome and an unsatisfactory one. Unfortunately, this decision often takes place under very stressful circumstances. Worse yet, you might have no experience in hiring a personal injury attorney and no idea where to start. Fortunately, you have many…