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[MAP] Fatal Accidents Caused by Repeat Drunk Drivers in U.S.

Posted May 15, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

On June 8, 2016, a drunk driver veered across the center median on Loop 281 in Longview, Texas. His vehicle struck an oncoming Ford Escape, ejecting and killing 16-year-old Lauren Elrod. The driver, Thomas Elliot Henkel, eventually pleaded guilty to intoxication manslaughter and was handed a 12-year prison sentence. However, a Fielding Law analysis of… read more

What Is a Diminished Value Claim?

Posted April 23, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Texas is a “diminished value” state. This means that after a motor vehicle accident, parties involved might qualify to recover the diminished value of the vehicle from the insurance company. In other words, policyholders can seek retribution for the difference in the value the vehicle has as a wrecked and repaired car vs. its value… read more

How Does Utah’s Drinking & Driving Bill Affects Drivers & Safety?

Posted April 23, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

A push to postpone the effective date of Utah’s new drinking and driving bill did not garner enough support during a Salt Lake City legislative hearing on March 1, 2018. Starting December 30, 2018, Utah will be the first state in the country to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit to 0.05 instead… read more

Will the Push for Gun Control Affect Dallas Carry Laws?

Posted March 21, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Recent gun tragedies have left the country in shock. The United States, once again, must consider our position on gun legislation. Passionate advocates of gun rights and people who are fiercely opposed to any changes are looking for common ground, but they’ve found it difficult to agree. Amidst all this controversy, gun owners are wondering… read more

How Safe Are Electric Cars?

Posted March 21, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

In the United States, cars kill more than 30,000 people each year. Car accidents can be extremely dangerous and can harm many lives. The moments following an accident are also hazardous. Cars can catch on fire and even explode. As electric cars become more popular, it is important to look at how safe they are… read more

How Will a Red Light Running Bill Affect Salt Lake City Road Safety?

Posted March 21, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Utah lawmakers are considering passing a bill that would allow drivers to go through a red light after checking to see that no one is coming. House Bill 416 would give Utah drivers the ability to treat red lights more like stop signs. It outlines that a driver who is on a road with a… read more

What You Should Know About Utah’s “Stand Your Ground” Law

Posted February 20, 2018 | Personal Injury Blog

Stand your ground laws have gotten a lot of publicity nationwide as a result of certain highly-publicized trials in Florida and elsewhere. The trial of George Zimmerman for the murder of Trayvon Martin in 2012 did much to bring such laws to the forefront of the nation’s consciousness. Utah is one of many states with… read more

5 Common Mistakes Made After a Car Crash

Posted December 27, 2017 | Personal Injury Blog

You might assume that if you were in a car accident that someone else caused, you’re automatically going to be eligible for damage recovery. While this is true in most cases, sometimes injured parties can make mistakes that hurt their chances and even bar them from recovery. Don’t put your financial future at risk. Avoid… read more

Damages in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Posted December 23, 2017 | Personal Injury Blog

If you’re in the beginning stages of a personal injury lawsuit in Dallas, you might be wondering what types of damages you could be eligible to recover. While each case is unique, there are types of financial compensation you can expect to arise from most types of claims. The Texas courts allow injured parties to… read more

How to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Salt Lake City

Posted December 19, 2017 | Personal Injury Blog

You recently suffered a serious injury in Salt Lake City, and now you’re dealing with expensive medical costs, lost income from missed days at work, physical pain, emotional suffering, and maybe property damage as well. You didn’t cause your accident, maybe a distracted driver did,  and you don’t feel like you should have to pay… read more