Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Michael Loh, partner The Jaws of Life® is a critical piece of equipment for firefighters all over the world. It is used to pry open cars after a wreck, freeing people who are trapped inside. But how does it work? And why is it so important? Firefighters call the first 60 minutes
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Casey Kelly, Legal Director Picture this: You’ve been in a car accident and are waiting on a settlement offer from the other driver’s insurance company. The phone finally rings. The insurance adjuster sounds polite, even sympathetic. Then they say the words many accident victims are relieved to hear: “We’d like to make you an offer.”
If you’ve ever been involved in a car accident, you know just how jarring it can be. Here are some crucial steps you should always take after a fender bender.
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Justin Jackson, Attorney Experiencing a car accident can be extremely scary, but the unfortunate truth is that tens of thousands of car wrecks happen every day across the United States. After a car accident, many people wonder: Was this my fault? Will I be responsible for paying the damages? Figuring
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Olivia Chapa Americans drive more than any other country in the world with the average American driving more than 13,000 miles a year. Whether it’s commuting to work or just enjoying the scenery, it’s no secret that we spend a lot of time in the car. While we are aware
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Sean Szlachtowski Even a fender bender on MoPac or I-35 can turn into a frustrating situation. If no one’s hurt, it might feel like no big deal. However, what you do next can have critical financial, and sometimes even legal, consequences. Whether you were rear-ended near South Lamar or sideswiped
