It is against the law to flee the scene of an accident in Texas without stopping. Unfortunately, this is what many drivers do when they are too afraid to face the consequences of their actions. A hit-and-run motorcycle accident can be especially damaging, as a vulnerable motorcyclist may not receive the immediate medical attention that…
There are both similarities and differences between a standard motor vehicle accident and a motorcycle accident in Texas. One similarity is that the injured victim must determine fault before filing an insurance claim. One difference is that in a motorcycle accident, it is more common for a driver to try to blame the motorcyclist. Despite…
If you are one of many people who ride a motorcycle in Texas, it is imperative to do what you can to reduce your risk of getting into an accident. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, the number of motorcyclist deaths has increased dramatically over the last couple of years in the state, with…
The injuries from a vehicle-bicycle collision can be immense, especially for the bicyclist. In Texas, the law requires accident victims to determine fault before they can file insurance claims to pay for their injuries and losses. Motor vehicle drivers are not automatically at fault for bicycle accidents. Instead, fault, when a car hits a bicycle,…
Motorcycle accidents occur frequently on the roads and highways of Texas. Even with less traffic on the road in 2020, the Texas Department of Transportation reported a 17 percent increase in motorcyclist deaths compared to 2019. In 2020, 482 motorcyclists lost their lives and 1,856 were seriously injured in traffic accidents in Texas. If you…
Motorcycle accidents have been a growing problem in San Antonio for quite some time now. In fact, for a while, in the state of Texas, San Antonio was second only to Houston when it came to the number of motorcycle accidents. A Deadly Weekend for Motorcycles There were a few significant motorcycle accidents in the area…
You may not always be able to avoid riding your motorcycle in the rain. It might be your only form of transportation on a rainy day, or you may get caught in an unexpected Texas thunderstorm. Either way, it is possible to ride safely in the rain. The right equipment, preparation and operation techniques are…
As a driver, you have a legal responsibility to look out for the safety of all other roadway users – including motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians. Motorcyclists may assume a certain amount of risk, but they do not assume the risks of negligent, aggressive or reckless drivers. Causing a motorcycle accident could make you financially liable…
Surviving a motorcycle accident is just the beginning of your journey. From there, you and your lawyer will need to navigate the personal injury and auto accident laws in Texas to fight for justice and fair compensation. Holding a negligent or reckless party accountable for your motorcycle accident could help you move forward after suffering…
Not all motorcycle accidents involve vehicle-to-vehicle collisions. A no-contact motorcycle accident happens when a driver causes a motorcycle accident without a crash. The driver may commit a dangerous act that forces the motorcyclist to react and crash – all without contact between the two vehicles. In a no-contact motorcycle accident, it is common for the…
