Woman dies in car crash with alleged drunk driver

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, October 26, 2017.

It is an unfortunate reality that Texans who obey road rules and operating their vehicles safely can be injured or lose their lives in a car crash. All it takes is another driver choosing to get behind the wheel while under the influence, to drive while distracted, drive reckless...

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Increase fatal accident statistics on the road show

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Wrongful Death on Friday, October 20, 2017.

Car accidents are a concern for everyone on the road in Texas and throughout the U.S. Statistics are useful in knowing what and who to watch for when driving, riding a bicycle, jogging, or as a pedestrian. The number of crashes is relevant, but the perceived causes of these accid...

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Suspended Trucking Regulations: What This Means for Your Safety on the Road

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, October 18, 2017.

If there is an emergency that requires transportation of vital goods and services to a disaster area in the United States, the President, a state governor or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA) can declare an suspension of certain trucking regulations. Such a ...

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“Infotainment” increases chances of being a distracted driver

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, October 12, 2017.

Texans are aware of distracted drivers and the damage they can cause. Recently, new laws and enforcement have been part of the process of trying to reduce texting and driving and taking part in other distracting behaviors, mostly with smartphones. However, a new issue has been di...

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Legal assistance after traumatic brain injury is essential

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Brain Injuries on Thursday, October 5, 2017.

When a Texan suffers a head injury, there is always a chance there will be brain damage. Unlike broken bones, cuts and other obvious injuries, the brain is so fragile and integral to normal daily functioning that any brain damage at all can change a person's life forever. They mi...

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Jackknife Accidents Can Be Fatal forTruck Drivers and Nearby Vehicles

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Fatalities on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.

In late September, authorities found the body of Jeffrey Cade Harkins in the truck of his overturned cab after a concerned motorist noticed tracks going off the road over the embankment. Harkins was only 46 years old and hailed from Dawson, Texas. Although authorities are still...

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Railroad employee dies after being hit by train in Texas

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Wrongful Death on Thursday, September 28, 2017.

Railroad employees might not think about the dangers they face on the job, but those dangers are a constantly looming. Even the most conscientious workers in the safest workplace can fall victim to an accident. Given the vehicles that are on the site and the size of the equipment...

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Lack of workers compensation coverage can be beneficial

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Blog on Tuesday, September 26, 2017.

Texas employees do not always enjoy the benefits of workers' compensation insurance. That may seem like a bad thing, but not always. When workers' compensation does not apply, a full-fledged personal injury claim may be a possibility. This can be important when the injury or work...

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Want to Avoid a Truck Crash? Don’t Drive on Thursdays (and Other Tips).

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Tuesday, September 26, 2017.

To get into an accident with a semi-truck or tractor-trailer is to face potentially life-altering or life-ending consequences. And while truck drivers receive exhaustive safety training, it is always best if you take your safety into your own hands. Read on below for safety tips ...

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