Stephens Law Firm | 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
Stephens Law Firm | 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
Stephens Law Firm | 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
Stephens Law Firm | September 21, 2022 | Car Accidents
Studies have shown that airbags save lives, especially when used with seatbelts. The NHTSA reported that frontal airbags saved 50,457 lives from 1987 through 2017. However, airbag deployment can cause injuries in some situations. How Do Airbags Work During an Accident? Airbags do not inflate in every car accident. They are designed to inflate during… read more
Stephens Law Firm | September 9, 2022 | Car Accidents
In 2021, a person died in a car accident about every two hours in Texas. Statewide, fatal traffic accidents increased by 15.22% in 2021. That year, there were 4,489 traffic fatalities, including 130 traffic deaths in Fort Worth. There are many causes of fatal car accidents in Fort Worth. Deadly car crashes occur because of:… read more
Stephens Law Firm | August 11, 2022 | Car Accidents
You can sustain numerous injuries when you are involved in a car accident. Physical injuries are common. However, you may also experience emotional distress and mental anguish. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common condition accident victims may experience, especially when they are involved in catastrophic car crashes. However, any level of collision could result… read more
Stephens Law Firm | August 7, 2022 | Car Accidents
A car accident while driving someone else’s car raises questions about liability that do not arise when you are driving your own car. Texas is an “at-fault” auto insurance state, meaning that injured people can file third-party insurance claims and lawsuits against the at-fault driver. Can I Drive Another Person’s Car Without Risking Additional Liability? … read more
Stephens Law Firm | July 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
Under the doctrines of negligence and strict liability, any number of parties may share responsibility for a T-bone collision. These parties might include one of the drivers engaged in the incident, the vehicle’s manufacturer, or even a mechanic who improperly serviced one of the vehicles involved. Accident statistics show that side impacts accounted for 25%… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 15, 2022 | Car Accidents
A car accident can cause numerous types of injuries. Many car accident injuries require surgery and/or physical therapy. After a car accident, the medical bills can total thousands of dollars. Who pays for treatment if I need physical therapy after a car accident? Am I responsible for paying my medical bills after a car crash?… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 1, 2022 | Car Accidents
No one wants to get into a car accident. But between the heavy interstate traffic and the overload of commuters and tourists in Fort Worth, car crashes are an unfortunate daily occurrence. Knowing what to do after a car accident in Texas, including when to contact law enforcement, can make it easier to navigate through… read more