Recent Blog Posts
Lowside vs. Highside Motorcycle Crashes
When riding a motorcycle, there’s a lot you need to be aware of in order to avoid an accident. Motorcycles are different from passenger vehicles in many ways. They offer minimal protection and function similar to bicycles in that a rider can be easily ejected and seriously injured. A motorcycle rider may be involved… Read More »
What is Motorcycle Bias?
Many people love the thrill of motorcycles. They may even use a motorcycle as their primary vehicle. However, when it comes to motorcycles, it seems as though people either love them or hate them. Unfortunately, there are a lot of stereotypes about motorcycles. But this bias isn’t just harmless teasing or banter. It’s a… Read More »
Driving Into Bodies of Water
Nobody expects to be swimming in a pool and having a car come crashing in the water with you, but this is what recently happened in a southwest Houston community. A suspected drunk driver went into a community pool one evening, causing chaos to the kids in the pool as well as their families…. Read More »
When Car Accidents Cause Power Outages
When you think of power outages, you may think of heavy winds or a storm. Car accidents can also lead to power outages, especially when vehicles collide with utility poles, transformers, or junction boxes. These components are all critical in ensuring that you have power, so even a seemingly minor impact can knock out… Read More »
Why Houston Ranks in Top 10 for Car Crashes
Driving is always a risk. Anytime you go out on the roadway, there is the possibility that you may get into an accident. It doesn’t matter if you’re driving 100 miles or you’re simply going around the block. But some areas of the country have a higher risk of car crashes than others. They… Read More »
Why is Turning Left so Dangerous?
When it comes to driving, you can’t just drive straight forever. At some point, you’ll need to make a turn. Whether you turn left or right, you’ll need to be aware of your surroundings. Turning right tends to be fairly easy. You can even do it when the light is red, as long as… Read More »
Road Conditions and Motorcycle Crashes
Many people enjoy the thrill of motorcycles, but they don’t always think about the dangers involved. Motorcycles can get into an accident much easier than a passenger vehicle can. This is because motorcycles have just two wheels, so proper balance is necessary. On top of that, injuries sustained in a crash are likely to… Read More »
Dangers of Disabled Vehicles
We expect that our vehicles will be reliable and get us from place to place safely. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Vehicles break down from time to time. Sometimes they decide to do so on busy roads and highways, causing a lot of stress for everyone on the road. Being stuck on… Read More »
What to Know About Rollover Accidents
Car accidents can happen in a number of ways. Sometimes vehicles actually tip over onto their roof or side due to the impact. When this happens, it’s known as a rollover. Depending on the circumstances, a vehicle may roll just once or multiple times before coming to a stop. Rollovers are most common in… Read More »
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Texas?
When receiving a car accident settlement, victims are often elated. They need this money to pay for medical bills, lost wages, property damages, and other damages. They’re not thinking about the future, but once tax time comes around, they may be frustrated to know that they may need to pay the IRS. As we… Read More »