Year: 2022

Texas law requires motorists to have a valid driver’s license. Yet millions of drivers operate vehicles without proper licenses every day ― and the consequences can be devastating. One study from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found nearly one in five drivers involved in fatal wrecks in the United…

In order to prove a claim for damages caused by another person’s negligence, the injured party (the plaintiff), must prove the following at trial to prevail: The existence of a duty owed by the defendant to the plaintiff; A breach of the duty by the defendant; The breach of the…

En el estado de Colorado, es obligatorio tener seguro de auto para lesiones corporales. Lo mínimo que uno puede comprar de seguro para lesiones corporales es de 25,000 por persona y 50,000 por accidente.  Sin embargo, la ley de Colorado solo requiere que compremos seguro para proteger a terceras personas….

If you get hurt while working, it is important that everything is documented as close to the date of injury as possible, and not months in the future. Otherwise, the employer, insurance carrier, and others may question why it was not reported sooner.  Do not wait. Time is of the…

If you lost a loved one in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim under Texas law. Through a wrongful death action, you could potentially hold the at-fault party financially accountable for the resulting financial and non-financial losses you…

Established in 1909, Turtle Creek Park is a 14.1-acre community park near our Dallas location at Park Place Offices. It distinctly connects the Oaklawn and Uptown zones giving the community a serene and beautiful park right in the middle of these urban neighborhoods. Approximately four miles away from Dallas Love…

When you’ve suffered injuries as a result of a car accident caused by another driver, you expect the at-fault driver’s car insurance policy to cover your losses, such as your medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. After all, drivers in Texas are required by law to carry liability coverage…

When two cars collide while changing lanes, the drivers involved might wonder who was responsible for the crash. Depending on the circumstances, either driver may be at fault, or both drivers could share responsibility for the collision. To pursue compensation for medical expenses and other losses after a car accident…

After you have been in a car accident, the crash report filed by police is the first piece of evidence you will need to file a claim seeking compensation for your injuries or other losses. In Colorado, the state updated the police accident form in 2021. Colorado’s DR3447 Traffic Crash…

In Texas, children can legally sit in the front seat of a car once they are at least 8 years old or more than 4 feet 9 inches tall. However, experts recommend that all children sit in the back seat until they are at least 13 years old for maximum…

You may hesitate to see a doctor after a car accident for different reasons. You may not feel hurt, you may fear doctors, or you may be worried about the cost of medical care. At The Wilhite Law Firm, we believe nothing should prevent you from getting medical care after…

In the immediate aftermath of a car crash, it’s natural to experience shock and disorientation. Your immediate concerns might be any injuries you’ve suffered and damage to your vehicle. In this stressful situation, state law still requires you to give certain information to the other driver, including your name, address,…