Author Archives: Marc Whitehead

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June 30, 2012 by

What should you do if you are in an auto accident in Houston, Texas?  In my previous blog post, I discussed some basic things that you should do first if you are every unfortunate enough to be involved in a car crash or a trucking ...

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Published in Auto Accidents

What Should You Do When You Are In an Auto Accident?

June 27, 2012 by

What Should You Do When You Are In an Auto Accident?

Auto Accident personal Injury claims are extremely common in Houston, Texas.  Immediately summons the police. Also request an ambulance if anyone appears injured. If you are incapacitated by your injuries, be sure your spouse ...

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Published in Auto Accidents

Comparative Negligence in a Texas Personal Injury Claim

May 22, 2012 by

In a Texas personal injury trial, the first question that must be answered by the jury is who was at fault.  If the evidence at trial shows some negligence on the part of the plaintiff, the jury will be asked to assign a percentage (%) ...

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Published in Negligence

Texas Auto Accident Laws-The Basic Steps

May 18, 2012 by

Under Texas Law, an auto accident victim must establish the following three things to recover damages from the at fault driver:

1.  Establish Negligence

The law states that all Texas drivers must exercise reasonable care and avoid doing things that they should know will probably cause injury ...

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Published in Airplane Accidents

Damages Legally Recoverable from Car Accidents

April 29, 2012 by

Car Accidents are the most common type of personal injury claim in Texas.  When involved in a car accident, most people worry about how much the incident will cost them and who is responsible. Here is a list of expenses generally covered by the responsible ...

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Published in Auto Accidents

Common Causes of Car & Truck Accidents

April 20, 2012 by

Practically all car accidents that are not caused by equipment failure can be avoided if drivers use reasonable and ordinary care factoring in their driving conditions.  Below are some of the most common causes of passenger car accidents:

  • Driving under the influence of drugs ...
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Published in Truck Accidents

Truck Accidents Can Cause Devastating Personal Injury

April 16, 2012 by

Personal Injury caused by a truck accident can be devastating.  Interstate commerce is still thriving across the U.S. and throughout Texas.  Semi-trucks, or 18-wheelers, are seen on surface streets, as well as highways.  No matter where they are, they are a potential danger to themselves ...

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Published in Truck Accidents