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
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
Stephens Law Firm | July 7, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Technically, motorcycle helmets are required by law in Texas. However, two major exceptions mean that a good majority of Texas bikers probably aren’t obligated to wear a helmet while riding a bike. Before you leave your motorcycle helmet at home, you should make sure you’re legally exempt from these requirements. It’s also a good idea… read more
Stephens Law Firm | July 7, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Many people travel out of Texas for vacation, business, or other reasons. If you cover significant miles, you’re bound to share the road with commercial trucks. Unfortunately, thousands of truck accidents occur in the United States each year. It is estimated that almost 523,800 large trucks were involved in traffic accidents in 2021. That year,… read more
Stephens Law Firm | July 7, 2023 | Personal Injury
Simply put, in a personal injury lawsuit, the plaintiff is the party who filed the lawsuit, while the defendant is the party who the plaintiff is suing. Generally speaking, the plaintiff in a personal injury case is the injured victim, while the defendant is the at-fault party. Plaintiffs The plaintiff in a personal injury claim… read more
Stephens Law Firm | July 5, 2023 | Wrongful Death
Most states have laws that allow family members to file lawsuits seeking financial recovery after the wrongful death of a loved one, including Texas. Wrongful death laws provide a monetary award as compensation for losses caused by a family member’s untimely death. Money does not bring back your loved one or ease your grief, but… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 20, 2023 | Car Accidents
Texas is considered an “at-fault” state for car insurance claims. That means that after a crash in Fort Worth, drivers are free to pursue claims against each other to recover money damages. If someone has recently filed a Fort Worth car accident claim against you, you might wonder what your legal rights and options are…. read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 19, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Different states have different requirements for commercial trucks, and Texas is no exception. This is because trucks can potentially cause massive damage, including death. This article will divulge the insurance requirements for commercial trucks operating in Texas so you can properly adhere to the law. Proof of Liability Insurance Texas law states that all trucking… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 17, 2023 | Truck Accidents
The average commercial semi-truck weighs about 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, more than ten times as much as the average passenger car. When a collision between these two types of vehicles occurs, the car driver and their fellow occupants end up far worse off. The higher chances of life-changing injuries and a totaled vehicle mean… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 16, 2023 | Personal Injury
Personal injury law is complicated. If you pursue a claim, you will face many obstacles. Two common types of obstacles are procedural issues and substantive issues. Procedural issues are more than just common. In fact, they are nearly universal. If the defendant successfully raises your procedural issue in court, the court will dismiss your case…. read more