Personal Injury Blog
A Guide To Understanding Back Injuries After a Car Accident
Stephens Law Firm | August 29, 2023 | Car Accidents
Car accidents can turn life upside down in an instant. The screeching tires, the sudden impact, and the jarring force happen so quickly. Amid such chaos, our bodies often bear the brunt of the collision’s energy. The hard hits lead to various injuries. Among the most common and debilitating are back injuries. This guide emphasizes… read more
How To Approach a Free Consultation With an Attorney
Stephens Law Firm | August 25, 2023 | Personal Injury
You’ve probably seen advertisements for attorneys in Fort Worth, Texas, saying that they offer a free consultation. If you’ve been involved in a car accident or injured in some other accident, scheduling a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer is a great way to review your options with a professional. Below is a brief… read more
Can I Get a Ticket For Jaywalking Even If There Are No Cars Around in Fort Worth?
Stephens Law Firm | August 18, 2023 | Pedestrian Accidents
Although they may have served a legitimate public safety function around the turn of the last century, jaywalking laws today are controversial and divisive. This does not mean that these laws are not still on the books in places like Fort Worth and elsewhere. While jaywalking may not carry as serious of penalties as other… read more
What To Do if You Were Hurt On the Job in Texas
Stephens Law Firm | August 16, 2023 | Workplace Accident
If you are involved in a workplace accident, it can be life-altering. Fortunately, you may be able to receive financial compensation. An on-the-job accident may entitle you to workers’ compensation benefits. If the accident was the result of a third party or if your employer doesn’t have workers’ comp insurance, you can also pursue a… read more
What Is an Ambulance Chaser?
Stephens Law Firm | August 10, 2023 | Personal Injury
If you have heard the term “ambulance chaser,” you may be wondering what it means. Most people believe that an ambulance chaser is a personal injury attorney who goes from accident scene to accident scene trying to convince victims to hire their firm to represent them. Another term for this practice is called case running,… read more
Is There a Truck Driver Shortage in Texas
Stephens Law Firm | July 26, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Texas leads the nation in the number of truck drivers it employs, with nearly 200,000 truckers calling Texas home. However, there is a nationwide truck driver shortage, and Texas is no exception. Experts estimate that there is a national shortage of about 80,000 truck operators, which is projected to increase to 160,000 by the end… read more
Are Commercial Truck Drivers Required To Take a Drug Test After an Accident in Fort Worth?
Stephens Law Firm | July 18, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Unfortunately, truck drivers take drugs and then get behind the wheel of what essentially becomes an 80,000-pound weapon. Drugged truck drivers cause horrific accidents that result in deaths and catastrophic injuries for innocent victims. Many people are surprised to learn that a commercial truck driver might not always be required to take a drug test… read more
How Long After a Car Accident Can You File a Police Report in Texas?
Stephens Law Firm | July 17, 2023 | Car Accidents
After a car accident in Texas, it is easy to overlook things you need to do. Between reporting the crash to your insurance company and trying to make arrangements for a rental car, you might forget to report a minor car accident to the police. In this blog post, our Fort Worth car accident lawyers… read more
What Are the Current Regulations in Fort Worth for E-Scooters?
Stephens Law Firm | July 15, 2023 | Texas Law
E-scooters are popular in Fort Worth. Unfortunately, e-scooter accidents can cause devastating injuries for riders and others involved in the collision. Therefore, the State of Texas and cities like Fort Worth have enacted regulations and laws to help make e-scooters safer to use around the city. What Is an E-Scooter? E-scooters are defined by Texas… read more
What Are the Dangers of Running a Red Light in Fort Worth?
Stephens Law Firm | July 14, 2023 | Car Accidents
It’s late at night. You think you are the only car on the road, and you come across a red light. You’ve had a long night, and you can’t wait to get home. How bad could running one red light really be? Running a red light – even if you think no one else is… read more