Dallas Legal Blog
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A New Law Concerning Variable Speed Limits
Read more: A New Law Concerning Variable Speed LimitsA new law that took effect on September 1, 2023, allows for the creation of variable speed limits under certain circumstances. The law is meant to expedite the imposition of temporary speed limits to help Texas motorists stay safe in dangerous driving conditions. Drivers going…
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Should Seat Belt Warning Systems Be Expanded?
Read more: Should Seat Belt Warning Systems Be Expanded?It’s long been established that seat belt use decreases car and truck accident deaths. Seat belts save lives. Armed with this knowledge, many safety advocates have sought ways to increase seat belt use. One of the tools to accomplish this is the warning systems that…
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Children and Car Accidents: What Parents Need to Know
Read more: Children and Car Accidents: What Parents Need to KnowCar accidents are traumatic experiences for anyone involved, but the situation becomes even more worrisome when children are among the passengers. Children are more susceptible to injuries and emotional trauma, and the legal processes following an accident involving children can be especially intricate and demanding.…
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What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Texas
Read more: What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in TexasCar accidents are an unfortunate reality that many of us will face at some point in our lives. Knowing what to do after a car accident can significantly impact your health and the potential legal process that may follow. Talking with the police, documenting the…
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How Dangerous Is Speeding?
Read more: How Dangerous Is Speeding?Have you ever been told that a safe speed to drive is any speed at which you won’t get a ticket? Was that 9 MPH over the speed limit? Was it 5 MPH over? The truth is that there is no magic line above the…
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A Deadly Time for Pedestrians
Read more: A Deadly Time for PedestriansMost drivers know that they’re always required to exercise care to avoid hitting a pedestrian. Even if the pedestrian violates the law, it’s still the driver’s responsibility to do what they can to avoid an accident. But knowing the law and following it are two…
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What Are Your Rights as a Renter?
Read more: What Are Your Rights as a Renter?We live in a society that for so long has put property ownership on a pedestal. Not everyone can or even wants to own their place of residence, however, and that shouldn’t make them second-class citizens. Texas provides certain renter’s rights to all who rent…
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Texas Dram Shop Law Can Help in Car Wreck Case
Read more: Texas Dram Shop Law Can Help in Car Wreck CaseWe know car accidents happen every day. These road incidents can have short and long lasting impacts on a person’s life, whether that impact is physical, emotional, financial, or all of the above. One common cause of Texas car accidents is drunk driving. Driving drunk…
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Is There a Link Between Daylight Savings Time and Car Accidents?
Read more: Is There a Link Between Daylight Savings Time and Car Accidents?Spring means it stays light out longer, partly because we “spring ahead” an hour due to daylight savings time (DST). Most people enjoy having the extra hour of light in the evening, but transitioning to DST comes with a few drawbacks, including, according to some…
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Self-Driving Car Crashes: Who Is at Fault?
Read more: Self-Driving Car Crashes: Who Is at Fault?Until the past few years, vehicles have always required human drivers to be in full control at all times. When a crash happened, a human was usually to blame, and that human could be held liable if other people were injured. But technology is changing…
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What Kind of Evidence Do I Need for a Car Accident Claim?
Read more: What Kind of Evidence Do I Need for a Car Accident Claim?Car accidents can be shocking experiences. If you’re involved in one, you may have trouble thinking clearly or knowing what to do next. The most important thing is to check on your own well-being and the well-being of any passengers and other drivers. Even if…
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What Happens if I Go to Court for a Car Accident in Texas?
Read more: What Happens if I Go to Court for a Car Accident in Texas?Being in a car accident is a jarring experience. It can lead to personal injuries, mental and emotional stress and major expenses such as repairs and medical bills. In Texas, a driver is responsible for an accident if their negligence or actions contributed to the…
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