Stephens Law Firm | May 8, 2021 | Car Accidents
The odds of dying in a car crash are one in 107. Roughly speaking, you have a less than 1% chance of dying in a car crash during your daily drive. But this statistic does not tell the whole story. Many variables increase your risk of dying in a car crash. For example, your age,… read more
Stephens Law Firm | April 19, 2021 | Car Accidents
If you are the victim of a collision that resulted in injuries, you may decide to seek financial compensation. During the process of a personal injury claim, your attorney may mention depositions. In some cases, the opposing side may decide to depose you. This legal term causes lots of unnecessary anxiety for many claimants. In… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 16, 2021 | Car Accidents
If you were hurt in a car accident in Texas caused by another individual, you’re likely wondering what your legal options are. Pursuing a personal injury claim against the at-fault party will allow you to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and other losses. While not every car accident case requires legal representation,… read more
Stephens Law Firm | February 13, 2021 | Car Accidents
Over the weekend, 133 cars were involved in a massive chain-collision car wreck on Interstate 35W in Fort Worth, TX. Icy road conditions – a rare occurrence in the heart of Texas – set the stage for the devastating car accident that spanned more than half a mile. At least six people were killed and… read more
Stephens Law Firm | February 9, 2021 | Car Accidents
A lesser known injury after a car accident is the development of vehophobia. Vehophobia is the medical word for a serious and unrelenting fear of driving, to the extent that it interferes with one’s quality of life. This uncommon problem is real and it’s devastating. From a clinical standpoint, a fear of driving after a… read more
Stephens Law Firm | January 11, 2021 | Car Accidents
When you’ve been in a car accident, it is the job of the insurance company to ensure that you are made “whole” after the fact. Generally, this includes repairing your car. However, if the other driver is at fault, you may not only deserve to have your car repaired, but also to be paid the… read more
Stephens Law Firm | December 4, 2020 | Car Accidents
Settling a car accident claim can be frustrating. You were injured because of the other driver’s negligence. Because of the accident, you incurred substantial financial losses, and you suffered because of your injuries. You only want to receive the compensation you deserve for your car accident claim. However, the other driver’s insurance company is offering… read more
Stephens Law Firm | November 30, 2020 | Car Accidents
One of the most challenging parts of dealing with the fallout of a car accident is figuring out what to do while your vehicle is being repaired. There is a good chance you rely on your car for performing everyday tasks like getting to and from work, dropping kids off at school, and picking up… read more
Stephens Law Firm | November 27, 2020 | Car Accidents
Fort Worth car accidents cause severe injuries and deaths each year. Many of the causes of car accidents can be attributed to human error. However, there are some causes of car accidents that might be out of the driver’s control, such as mechanical failures and weather conditions. Knowing the common causes of car accidents and… read more
Stephens Law Firm | November 23, 2020 | Car Accidents
Hit-and-run accidents are a far more common occurrence than many might think. In fact, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA) as recently as 2018, there was a hit and run accident in America nearly every minute which resulted in over 2000 deaths. There are numerous reasons drivers flee the scene of a car accident…. read more
