A Voice For The Injured
In Central Texas
Abilene, Texas Personal Injury Blog
It’s too easy for drivers to get distracted
Throughout the state of Texas, distracted drivers cause thousands upon thousands of motor vehicle collisions. Technology companies and lawmakers alike have attempted to reduce distraction-related accidents through “do not disturb” settings on personal electronics and...
New Safety Tech Could Greatly Reduce Large Truck Crashes
Automobile safety technology gets more sophisticated all the time. And new features that correct for driver error are among the most exciting advancements in recent years. Everything from blind-spot monitoring to lane-keeping technology reduce injurious and fatal...
Late summer storms bring severe risk of flooding
The end of summer in 2020 arrives, hitting Texas roadways hard. Every year seems to bring with it stronger storms, threatening more of inland Texas. Many drivers in the Lonestar State may have trouble navigating flooded roadways and standing water, as these hazards...
How is a wrongful death case valued?
It’s impossible to put a price on the life of a loved one. When a loved one dies as a result of an accident – especially one caused by someone else’s negligence – the ensuing wrongful death claim can be an emotionally and legally trying experience. But understanding...
Help motorcycles stay safe by practice proper road safety
As Labor Day approaches and another Texas summer comes to a close, motorists around the Lonestar State take their vehicles out for one last road trip beneath Texas’ expansive skies. Among the campers on their last trip of the season and trucks towing their boats back...
How can you fight back against nursing home abuse?
In Texas, senior citizens who reside in nursing homes have the right to feel safe, protected and to receive the medical treatment that they require. As the child or loved one of an elder, your priority is his or her safety. Nursing home abuse can happen anywhere....
Should nursing homes use restraints?
If nursing home residents are prone to falls or wandering, it may seem necessary for the nursing home staff to secure them to a bed or chair. In the past, this has been the accepted wisdom among professionals, as well. Research has indicated that restraints are not as...
What are signs of a drunk driver?
You do your best to drive safely and obey the rules of the road. The sad part is that you may encounter somebody who has not acted responsibly by getting behind the wheel after consuming too much alcohol. Many DWI drivers give off signs that they are under the...
The dangers of driving in the dark
Whether people in Texas are traveling home from work or going out for dinner, driving in the dark may be inevitable. Many people do not realize the hidden dangers of navigating the roadways once the sun sets. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety...
3 safety issues that contribute to truck accidents
According to the National Safety Council, the involvement rate of large trucks in motor vehicle accidents causing injury has increased steadily since 2015. Not only that but since 2009, the rate of large trucks' involvement in a fatal crash has seen a 51% increase. In...
