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The Holidays Can Be a Dangerous Time to Travel The holidays will be here before you know it, as scary of a thought as that may be. Whether you are someone who counts down the days and minutes to “the most wonderful time of the year,” or you dread the holidays, it’s important to do everything you can to stay safe. Sure, the holidays are full of cheer, great food, and even better company, but they also come with inherent dangers. This is especially the case if you take part in holiday traveling. Sadly, Thanksgiving is one of the deadliest…

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Accidents Involving Company Cars Can Be Difficult to Manage Accidents happen all the time, no matter how safe a driver you think you are. They happen in personal vehicles, rental cars, rideshare vehicles, and even company cars. Depending on the type of accident, one of the first things that happen is determining liability. This is especially true when an accident involves a company vehicle. There are numerous benefits to driving a company car, namely that you don’t have to worry about putting miles on the vehicle or about the wear and tear that comes with driving a car every single…

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Halloween Can Be a Fun Night, But It Can Also Be Dangerous A favorite holiday amongst kids and adults alike, Halloween is celebrated each year on October 31st. Originating from an ancient Celtic festival, today Halloween is all about getting dressed up and having fun. For kids and teenagers, trick-or-treating is a highlight of All Hallows’ Eve, which was later renamed Halloween. Whether carving pumpkins and sipping cider with friends is more your speed, or if you are getting dressed up and taking the kids out for a fun evening of trick-or-treating, it’s important safety comes first this Halloween. Unfortunately,…

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E-Cigarettes are Currently Facing Several Ongoing Lawsuits E-cigarettes, also referred to as e-cigs, vape pens, and personal vaporizers, have been in the news a lot as of late. Over the last several months, there have been more than 1,080 reported lung injury cases linked to the use of an e-cigarette. There have also been 18 deaths confirmed in 15 states. Many of the patients who have reported symptoms and been treated for the mysterious lung illness have been using illegal THC-containing and nicotine-containing liquids. However, this isn’t the first time e-cigs have come under scrutiny. There have been numerous cases…

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Passengers Have the Right to File a Personal Injury Claim We talk a lot about car accidents in Texas and just how dangerous the roads have gotten, but rarely is this from the perspective of the passenger. While distracted driving continues to cause accidents on our highways and city streets, we often neglect the rights of any passengers involved. Being a passenger in a car that is involved in an accident is undoubtedly a scary and traumatizing experience, especially if you sustain injuries. As the drivers are trying to figure out what will happen with their insurance company and whether…

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Football Season is a Dangerous Time for All Drivers If you live in Texas and like sports, September marks the beginning of the best time of year - football season. The Lone Star State is home to the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans, including countless collegiate teams. Regardless of what level, football teams in Texas draw thousands of fans to their respective parking lots and stadiums every single weekend throughout the season. The Dallas Cowboys happen to have the fifth-highest attendance in the NFL, which shows just how loyal their fans are. But football season isn’t just about chicken wings…

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Working Outside in the Texas Heat Can Be Dangerous The Texas heat can be unbearable, especially if your job requires you to be outside all day long. Even though summer is coming to a close, the temperature will remain high in many parts of Texas. It is important for outdoor workers to take extra care to avoid injuries such as heat exhaustion and fatigue. Not only can these things make it difficult to get your job done, but they can also make you susceptible to workplace errors and, in turn, injuries. Employers must take the appropriate steps to protect their…

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Truck Accidents are Often More Complicated than Car Accidents Car and truck accidents happen every single day on Texas highways and city streets. As more people move to the Lone Star State, we see no sign of this slowing down. Although both car and truck accidents are common, accidents involving commercial vehicles are often far more deadly. Fact: big rig accidents are more serious because of the sheer size and weight of the vehicles involved. Whether you are involved in a car or truck accident that happened because of another driver’s negligence or error, it is important that you understand…

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Establishments Can Be Held Liable for Accidents If you have been injured in a DUI or DWI accident, you may be wondering who can be held accountable. Often, these accidents result in life-altering injuries that are followed by mounting medical bills, time away from work, and a complete upheaval of life as you knew it. It doesn’t seem quite fair now, does it? If the accident occurred as a result of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to seek compensation. Yet, this may not be your only option. One of the most frequent questions we field is whether bars,…

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School Zones are Always Busy and Full with Drivers and Pedestrians Summer is coming to a close, like it or not. As August starts to wind down, back to school time inches closer and closer. Not only do school days bring an entirely different schedule to the lives of busy families, but they also lead to more congestion on the roads. From school buses picking up kids to children on bikes and those walking to school, it is incredibly important for all drivers to pay extra attention during the school year and follow school zone driving tips. TxDOT is once…

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