There’s a political fight brewing in the state of Texas over new proposals regarding trucking liability in the state. Companion legislation in both houses of the state legislature would significantly restructure the way civil trials are conducted in any commercial vehicle accidents lawsuit. There are also changes made in the way the lawsuit must be […]
Auto Accidents
How to Prove I’m Not At Fault in a Car Accident: A Primer
A car accident is a scary thing under any circumstances, but it becomes even more nerve-wracking if there’s any question in your mind about which driver was at fault. There are significant financial consequences riding on how this is decided. How do I prove I’m not a fault in a car accident? Many drivers will […]
Factors Impacting the Average Car Accident Settlement Amount
Auto accidents are always frightening. Even if you’ve come through one and know you’re not at fault, the legal process ahead of you is still daunting. You might be wondering what the average car accident settlement amount is, as you prepare mentally for the road ahead. There are some easy answers that can be given. […]
Why Is Auto Insurance Mandatory?
A car insurance premium can be a strain—or least an annoyance—on anyone’s budget. In times of economic stress, that strain is heightened. And in times like these, when economic pressures combine with people being quarantined because of the COVID-19 virus, auto insurance coverage feels downright unnecessary. If you’re feeling frustrated and asking why car insurance […]
Intentionally Causing A Car Accident: What The Law Says
One of the more strangely ironic stories surfaced in Houston in June 2019. Philip Azar, a personal injury attorney, was accused of intentionally causing a car accident. Azar’s future will be decided in a court of law, but this case brought up interesting questions of how the intent of the driver can factor into a […]
Michigan’s No-Fault Car Insurance Law Sparks Heated Debate
A significant increase in mandated liability coverage is the principal feature of Michigan’s revised no-fault auto insurance law. But the potential consequences of the legislation are a source of controversy throughout the state. Prior to the reformed law, signed in May 2019, Michigan drivers were required to carry $20,000 of liability for the injury of […]