Year: 2023

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), all drivers should leave at least a three-second distance between their own vehicle and the vehicle they are following. This distance gives a motorist enough time to recognize and respond to any sudden changes in the flow of traffic.  Understanding and obeying the…

Sometimes a loose pet, farm animal, or wild animal causes a car accident. Colorado law requires people to keep pets and livestock under control. That means a negligent owner could be liable for a crash their animal caused. But in most cases, no one is liable for wild animal crashes….

As a kid I went to camp in Estes Park and that was where my love of Colorado started to materialize.  As I got older, CU was a dominate force in the world of college football. I remember the days of Eric Bieniemy running down the field or Darian Hagan…

Have you been in a car accident in Texas? Is the other driver or another party trying to say that you were the one at fault? Then, you need to know how to fight back and set the record straight. The best way to do so is by hiring your…

If someone else drives your car and causes an accident in Colorado, your auto insurance policy will likely apply to any injuries or property damage. However, the driver’s insurance might cover additional costs if the damages exceed your policy limits. And in some cases, you could face legal liability as…

Did you suffer injuries in a car accident with a driver whose windows were tinted? Improper or illegal window tinting poses serious risks to other motorists and road users. Reduced visibility, especially during low light conditions, can result in devastating accidents. If you got hurt in a Colorado car accident…

Insurance adjusters can be pushy after a car accident. But you shouldn’t settle early. Doing so can keep you from getting the full and fair compensation you deserve, even with the help of an attorney. Understanding how settlement negotiations work can help you know what steps you can take to avoid the…

Colorado requires all moped and scooter riders to obey the traffic laws that apply to all other road users. But while you need a motorcycle license and insurance to ride a scooter with an engine larger than 50cc, moped drivers do not require any special type of license. You do…

Did you know that since 2006, The Wilhite Law Firm has offered to reimburse rideshares during many holidays to keep Colorado roads and citizens safe from accidents caused by drunk driving? That’s 17 years of paying forward to keep our roads safe!  You simply call a rideshare to get a…

In Texas, yielding the right-of-way means allowing another driver, cyclist, or pedestrian their right to go first on a road or through an intersection. Unfortunately, many road users fail to yield the right-of-way, putting themselves and others in danger of a crash. What Are Texas’ Right-of-Way Laws? Given how vital…

After being in a traumatic truck accident, the last thing you need to deal with is fighting greedy trucking companies and their insurers for the compensation you’re owed. An experienced Texas truck accident lawyer can handle everything from gathering evidence, calculating your losses, negotiating a fair settlement, and even taking…

Each Texas truck accident case is different. Because of this, settlements can vary greatly. There is no average number to expect for a Texas truck accident claim. However, a lawyer can calculate your losses and demand a fair settlement that covers their full value. What Factors Might Affect My Truck…