Category: Car Accidents

how long do you have to report a car accident?

Under the Texas Transportation Code, any law enforcement officer who investigates a motor vehicle crash that results in a person’s injury or death or damage worth $1,000 or more must submit a written report of that crash to the Texas … Continue reading

Group of individuals discussing a car accident scene in Texas, highlighting the complexities of fault in such incidents. This image relates to the blog post titled 'What Happens If I Share Fault For a Car Crash in Texas?' and emphasizes the importance of understanding shared fault in auto accidents.

Your actions after a Texas car accident can considerably impact what happens in the following days, weeks, and months. It’s undoubtedly stressful, particularly if you think you may share the blame for the wreck and are worried about the possible … Continue reading

A stethoscope rests on a billing statement, illustrating the process of how medical bills are paid after a car accident in Texas.

After a Texas car crash, you may need medical treatment and rehabilitation for your physical injuries and emotional trauma. You have several options for covering the cost of your medical bills after a car accident, such as filing insurance claims … Continue reading

The word 'Uninsured' is circled in red pencil on a paper, emphasizing the query about the consequences of driving without insurance.

According to the Texas Department of Insurance, 12 percent of all motor vehicles registered in Texas are not listed on a Texas car insurance policy. TexasSure estimates that 20 percent of all drivers in Texas carry no insurance. Texas law … Continue reading

A person holds a chalkboard sign stating 'LOST WAGES ASSISTANCE,' indicating support for recovering lost income after a car accident in Texas.

In Texas, you have two main options to recover lost income after such an incident: 1- Pursuing Compensation from the At-Fault Driver You may seek reimbursement for your lost wages by filing a claim with the insurance company of the … Continue reading

Concerned senior man reviewing documents, facing financial strain with medical bills exceeding his car accident settlement.

The cost of medical bills from a car accident can be sky-high. Unfortunately, the money from an insurance settlement may not always cover everything. What do you do in this situation? The experienced Dallas law firm of Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.C. can help. Let’s explore other … Continue reading

How Car Accidents Can Cause Post-traumatic Stress Disorder?

Many car accident victims suffer emotional and psychological distress after serious car accidents. After a crash, an individual may be diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD symptoms. The symptoms of PTSD may manifest because a car accident victim experienced … Continue reading

Accident Reconstruction in Motor Vehicle Cases

Were you injured in a car accident in Dallas, Texas? If so, you will need to build a strong case proving the other driver was at fault to maximize your case. A reconstruction of the accident by an accident reconstruction … Continue reading

penalty for driving without a license

Whether you’re commuting to work, running errands, or exploring all the Metroplex has to offer, you must have a driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle on Texas roads. Making sure that drivers meet certain minimum requirements by passing a … Continue reading

minor involved in a car accident

Getting a license and driving on your own is a rite of passage into adulthood for most Texas teens. But the right to drive also comes with responsibilities. If a teenage driver causes a car accident, they can be held … Continue reading