Stephens Law Firm | April 12, 2022 | Texas Law
Texas does not have a statewide law prohibiting trucks from driving in the left lane. But it has three laws that give the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and local governments the authority to pass local restrictions. This authority has led to truck restrictions on over 400 miles of highways in Texas. These restrictions have… read more
Stephens Law Firm | April 6, 2022 | Texas Law
Driver’s licenses allow the state to ensure that drivers have met the necessary qualifications for safe driving. They also give the state a way to prohibit dangerous drivers from using the roads. Texas has several offenses that involve driving without a driver’s license. The punishment for an offense depends on whether you have a valid… read more
Stephens Law Firm | April 4, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents
Texas does not release official counts of drunk bicycling accidents. But the state did record a total of 2,170 bicycle crashes in 2021. Unlike many states, Texas does not have a law that prohibits bicycling under the influence of drugs or alcohol. But Texas does have a very broad DUI statute. This statute arguably covers… read more
Stephens Law Firm | April 1, 2022 | Product Liability
When you purchase a product, you expect that it’ll be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case, and products may contain defects that render them unsafe. When a defective product causes consumers harm, they may be able to file a product liability claim. Continue reading to learn more about the types of product liability claims… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 17, 2022 | Personal Injury
When you meet with a Fort Worth personal injury attorney, a question you might ask is, “How much is my personal injury case worth?” However, what you really want to know is how much money you will put in your pocket from a personal injury settlement. Many factors affect the net value of a personal… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 15, 2022 | Personal Injury
Did you know that there are over one million lawyers in the U.S.? It’s likely that with that many lawyers, some of them simply aren’t good at their jobs. Whether you’re facing criminal charges, need help with a DUI, or were in a car accident, if you suspect you have a bad lawyer, replace them… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 11, 2022 | Motorcycle Laws
Riding on a motorcycle is thrilling for just about anyone. For kids, seeing a cool bike, going fast, and enjoying the warm Texas sunshine may seem like the perfect way to get around Fort Worth. Before you offer a ride to your child, niece, nephew, or another minor under 18, you need to know a… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 7, 2022 | Texas Law
Assumption of the risk is one of many defenses that a defendant might assert to deny liability for a personal injury claim that you file against them. It is an “affirmative defense”, meaning that it is the defendant, not you, who bears the burden of proving all of the legal elements that make up the… read more
Stephens Law Firm | March 1, 2022 | Truck Accidents
The main reason a truck driver falsifies the log books is to make more money. Many drivers are paid by the mile or by the load. Therefore, the faster they cover those miles and deliver those loads, the more money they earn. Furthermore, truck drivers may need to wait several hours for loading and unloading… read more
Stephens Law Firm | February 24, 2022 | Car Accidents
Texas uses a fault-based insurance system. After a car accident in Texas, the driver who caused the crash bears liability for all of the resulting damages. Since Texas requires all car owners to carry liability insurance, these claims go to the insurer for the at-fault driver. If the insurer agrees that its insured caused the… read more
