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# Personal Injury Blog

[## The Five Deadliest Highways in the State of Texas](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/the-five-deadliest-highways-in-the-state-of-texas/)

Jason Stephens | November 16, 2020 | [Car Accidents](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/car-accidents/)

With hundreds of thousands of miles of highways found throughout Texas, the Lonestar state is one of the deadliest when it comes to car accident fatalities. While California and Florida outpace Texas, more than 3.600 people died in accidents in the state as recently as 2018. That’s one person every 2 hours and 24 minutes. … [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/the-five-deadliest-highways-in-the-state-of-texas/)

[## Demand Letters: A Primer](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/demand-letters-a-primer/)

Jason Stephens | November 10, 2020 | [Personal Injury](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/personal-injury/)

Unless the Texas statute of limitations is about to expire for your personal injury case, your lawyer will likely begin negotiations with the insurance company by sending it a demand letter. Most accident and injury claims settle without going to court. If the deadline for filing a lawsuit is near, your attorney might file the… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/demand-letters-a-primer/)

[## Is It a Mistake to Admit Fault After a Car Accident?](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/is-it-a-mistake-to-admit-fault-after-a-car-accident/)

Jason Stephens | November 3, 2020 | [Car Accidents](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/car-accidents/)

Car accidents rattle everyone involved. Even when people are uninjured, it can be unnerving to be in a sudden wreck. In the wake of a crash, people are naturally concerned about injuries – their own and those of others. But it is important to be careful not to admit or imply acceptance of fault.  One… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/is-it-a-mistake-to-admit-fault-after-a-car-accident/)

[## What Exactly Can a Process Server Do to Serve Papers?](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-exactly-can-a-process-server-do-to-serve-papers/)

Jason Stephens | November 2, 2020 | [Personal Injury](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/personal-injury/)

If another party caused your injury, you might consider filing a personal injury lawsuit. People file personal injury lawsuits for numerous claims, such as car accidents, defective products, boating injuries, dog bites, wrongful death, slip and fall accidents, and countless other injuries caused by another party’s negligent acts.  A personal injury lawsuit begins with the… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-exactly-can-a-process-server-do-to-serve-papers/)

[## Do I Need a Fort Worth Personal Injury Lawyer if I’m Submitting a Claim to Insurance?](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/do-i-need-a-personal-injury-lawyer-if-im-submitting-a-claim-to-insurance/)

Jason Stephens | October 28, 2020 | [Personal Injury](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/personal-injury/)

Being injured in a slip and fall accident, car accident, or a motorcycle crash is unexpected. Fortunately, most people injured in an accident do not have experience with filing insurance claims for personal injuries. However, that lack of experience might be what the insurance company is counting on to reduce its liability for your claim. … [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/do-i-need-a-personal-injury-lawyer-if-im-submitting-a-claim-to-insurance/)

[## Elements of a Wrongful Death Claim](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/elements-of-a-wrongful-death-claim/)

Jason Stephens | October 13, 2020 | [Wrongful Death](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/wrongful-death/)

Losing a loved one is a traumatic life event. When you lose a family member because of a preventable accident or injury, the loss can seem even more devastating. It is understandable to be angry at the party who caused your loved one’s death. The death of a person might result in criminal charges. However,… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/elements-of-a-wrongful-death-claim/)

[## What a Passenger Should Know After a Single Vehicle Crash](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-a-passenger-should-know-after-a-single-vehicle-crash/)

Jason Stephens | October 5, 2020 | [Car Accidents](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/car-accidents/)

Did you know that, on average, 53% of all fatal crashes in the United States are single-vehicle collisions? In the state of Texas, 51% of fatalities are a consequence of car accidents involving just one vehicle. When a passenger is injured or killed in a crash in Houston, the opportunity to file a legal claim… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-a-passenger-should-know-after-a-single-vehicle-crash/)

[## What is a Motorcycle Crash Bar? Do I Need to Get One](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-is-a-motorcycle-crash-bar-do-i-need-to-get-one/)

Jason Stephens | September 17, 2020 | [Motorcycle Accidents](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/motorcycle-accidents/)

Approximately 16% of all traffic fatalities in Texas are motorcycle riders and passengers. While fatalities decline from other vehicle accidents, they continue to climb for motorcycle riders in Texas and across the country. A motorcycle does not provide much protection from catastrophic injuries in the event of an accident. Wearing a helmet and clothing designed… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-is-a-motorcycle-crash-bar-do-i-need-to-get-one/)

[## What Is the Difference Between Express and Implied Consent Medical Term?](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-express-and-implied-consent/)

Jason Stephens | September 16, 2020 | [Personal Injury](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/personal-injury/)

Express and implied consent are terms used in healthcare situations. It involves a patient giving consent to medical treatment or procedure. Some treatments or procedures require a patient to give express consent. The patient is presumed to give consent in other situations. Implied consent in medical malpractice case or expressed consent can be a critical… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/what-is-the-difference-between-express-and-implied-consent/)

[## Why Do Boat Accidents Happen?](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/why-do-boats-accidents-happen/)

Jason Stephens | September 15, 2020 | [Boat Accidents](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/category/boat-accidents/)

Sadly, most of the boat accidents that occur each year are preventable. Most accidents are the result of operator error or negligence.  Common causes of boat accidents include: It is the boat owner and boat operator’s responsibility to ensure the boat is safe to operate. It is also the boat operator’s responsibility to operate the… [read more](https://www.stephenslaw.com/blog/why-do-boats-accidents-happen/)

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