Jason Stephens | March 27, 2023 | Car Accidents
Weather conditions can significantly impact your ability to drive safely, especially in Texas, where the weather is known for being unpredictable. Unfavorable weather conditions can make even the most mundane commute a harrowing experience, increasing your risk of getting into a car accident. For Texas drivers, it is vital to understand how weather can impact… read more
Jason Stephens | March 15, 2023 | Car Accidents
If you are involved in a car accident while driving a leased car, call 911 immediately to report the accident. Notify the leasing company as soon as possible about the leased car accident and take steps to protect your best interest. You or another party could be liable for the totaled vehicle. Who Owns a… read more
Jason Stephens | January 31, 2023 | Car Accidents
If you were injured in a car accident in Texas, your time to file a car accident claim is limited. Failing to take steps to protect your legal rights could result in missing the window to receive compensation for your damages. Talking with a Fort Worth car accident lawyer is the best way to protect… read more
Jason Stephens | January 6, 2023 | Car Accidents
Modern vehicles include dozens of features designed to keep you safe during a crash. Seat belts, braking assist systems, anti-lock brakes, and more all work to prevent accidents if possible and prevent injuries if not. One of the most important safety systems in your car is your airbags. But airbags don’t deploy in all Fort… read more
Jason Stephens | December 2, 2022 | Car Accidents
After a car accident, the first thing you should do is get to safety, making sure to follow the rules of the road. It may be a good idea to seek medical attention as well. Even if you’re not in pain, going to a doctor gives you a chance to receive treatment and provides doctors… read more
Jason Stephens | November 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
The Texas Transportation Code instructs drivers to pass slower-moving vehicles on the left, keeping a safe distance between the cars before and after passing, and moving back into the right lane only after the passing driver has clearly passed the other vehicle. Drivers are not permitted to cross into the left side of the roadway… read more
Jason Stephens | November 16, 2022 | Car Accidents
Eating while driving constitutes a form of distracted driving. In the United States, distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car-related fatalities. A recent survey found that 56.7% of Americans admitted they eat while behind the wheel. That’s over half of those polled! In Texas, eating while driving is not specifically against the… read more
Jason Stephens | November 7, 2022 | Car Accidents
Thousands of car accidents occur each year in Fort Worth. In 2021, there were 14,679 traffic accidents, including 119 fatal crashes. Many of those crashes involved property damage only or minor injuries, but others were much more serious. The Texas Transportation Code requires that drivers immediately report traffic accidents when the accident involves injury or… read more
Jason Stephens | October 29, 2022 | Car Accidents
Whether you live in the city or the country, car accidents are an unfortunate problem. With over six million accidents every year, the risk of getting into an accident in the United States is worth noting. And when you factor in that over one-sixth of those accidents are fatal, it’s clear that car accidents are… read more
Jason Stephens | October 20, 2022 | Car Accidents
Sometimes, the speed limit on the highway just doesn’t seem fast enough. It can be tempting to exceed it, especially when the road is open and traffic is light. You may feel like going faster than the posted limit will help you arrive at your destination sooner, even if it’s unlikely to actually save you… read more