Category: Car Accident

Driving can be stressful enough without any unexpected circumstances. Traffic lights can lose power for various reasons, but the standard for dealing with them is the same.  When traffic lights are out, act as you would at a stop sign. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop and pay attention…

An adjuster from the insurance company will contact you to ask you questions about your car crash claim. They’ll ask about your past injuries, car accidents, work-related injuries, and health conditions. They’ll try to use your answers to argue that your injuries did not occur in the car accident. Before…

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….

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…

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…

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…

Securing traffic camera footage after an auto collision in Texas starts with identifying the camera’s owner. It could be the property of a local government entity, a transportation department, or a private individual or organization. You’ll usually need a lawyer’s help to subpoena the footage. At The Wilhite Law Firm,…

Under Texas dram shop laws, businesses that sell alcohol can be held responsible if they serve people who are clearly too drunk or underage that then cause injury accidents. If you’ve been injured in a drunk driving accident, it’s important to talk to a lawyer. They can help you by…

According to data from the Insurance Information Institute, the average car accident settlement is about $25,000. However, there are significant differences in the circumstances of each auto accident in Colorado, so these figures don’t help car accident victims who want to know what their claims are worth. If you have…