Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Gabrielle Becker, attorney TL;DR: Key Takeaways from Rear-Facing Car Seats When it comes to car safety, most people think about airbags, seat belts, or who’s driving. But one of the most important decisions in the vehicle is which direction to face your young child. Rear-facing seats, especially for children, are consistently proven to be the safest way to
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Sean Szlachtowski, attorney TL;DR: Rolling Stops and Your Legal Rights Ever slowed at a stop sign or red light thinking “nobody’s around, it’s fine” and just rolled through? This is called a rolling stop, and it’s more common than you might think. However, rolling stops are considered traffic violations in every state, including Texas.
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Darla Cannon, attorney team lead TL;DR: Key Takeaways for Car Accident Head Injuries A car accident can change your life in an instant, and sometimes the most serious injuries aren’t visible. Head injuries, in particular, can be subtle at first but may have lasting effects that impact your body, mind, and finances. Understanding car accident head injuries,
Texas is an open range state for livestock. What does that mean exactly? And what happens if you hit one with your car?
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Camille Pace, attorney TL;DR A deposition is sworn testimony given outside of court during the discovery phase of a case. Lawyers from both sides ask questions, and a court reporter records everything you say. Depositions help attorneys gather facts, preserve testimony, and prepare for trial. Most depositions last a few hours, and
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Olivia Chapa, attorney TL;DR: Key Takeaways on Car Accident Injury Evidence After a car accident, the first concern is usually safety. But once the initial shock fades, what happens next? For many people, the legal and insurance process can feel like too much to handle on their own. You may know you’re injured, but proving it is another challenge entirely. That’s where medical evidence
