Tag: auto accident

What Is the Statute of Limitations in Texas Auto Accident Cases?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Friday, November 3, 2023.

The phrase "statute of limitations" is essentially a legal way of saying "time limit." In Texas, the normal statute of limitations for personal injury cases is two years. That means if you intend to sue the person who caused your injury, you must do so no more than two years from...

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How Does Modified Comparative Fault Affect Your Injury Case?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Personal Injury on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

You’ve been involved in a motor vehicle crash in Texas, and you believe it was the other driver’s fault. But the other driver is claiming you were at least partially at fault. Both of you report the accident to your insurers, and different settlement offers come in. Rather th...

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Is the Driver Behind Always Liable in a Rear-End Accident?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

Rear-end collisions account for more than 25 percent of all auto accidents each year, making them one of the most common types of wrecks. While the trailing driver is often found at fault in rear-end accidents, that isn’t always the case. Does Texas Have a Law Stating Who Is ...

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Can I Sue if My Airbag Injured Me?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Saturday, September 16, 2023.

Airbags are meant to protect people from injuries, and while they accomplish that goal more often than not, there are incidents where an airbag actually causes an injury. The airbag might deploy in a defective way or fail to deploy at all, leading to serious harm. If this happene...

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Can I File a Claim for Hearing Loss Due to an Auto Accident?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Monday, September 4, 2023.

While everyone knows car and truck accidents cause obvious injuries like broken bones and serious lacerations, other injuries aren't so obvious to anyone except the victim. Hearing loss is one of those injuries, and it can be severe and permanent. Those who lose their hearing aft...

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Nearly 4,500 People Died on Texas Roads in 2022

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Personal Injury on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) released grim statistics at its monthly meeting in March 2023, showing that 4,481 fatalities happened on Texas roads during 2022. This fall, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) is expected to release na...

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4 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Car Accident Attorney

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

4 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Car Accident Attorney When you need a personal injury attorney's help after an accident in Texas, you of course want to find someone who is experienced and trustworthy. But how do you really find out if a lawyer is a right fit for you and your ...

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Motor Vehicle Death Rates Jump 20% During the Pandemic

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents, Commercial Vehicle Accidents, Injuries, Truck Fatalities on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.
Motor Vehicle Death Rates Jump 20% During the Pandemic

Motor Vehicle Death Rates Jump 20% During the Pandemic COVID-19 has started to surge again across the US. As more states reinstate stay-at-home measures, one might think the lockdowns would lead to fewer people driving and therefore fewer deadly truck and car accidents. However,...

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What Is PIP Coverage and Do I Need It in Texas?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents, Insurance, Personal Injury on Wednesday, February 3, 2021.
What Is PIP Coverage and Do I Need It in Texas?

What Is PIP Coverage and Do I Need It in Texas? In the aftermath of an accident, many victims face incredibly high medical bills, lost wages and other expenses. Having the proper insurance before an accident occurs is one of the keys to covering these expenses. Personal injury p...

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Motor Vehicle Death Rates Jump 20% During the Pandemic

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Personal Injury, Truck Fatalities, Wrongful Death on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

COVID-19 has started to surge again across the US. As more states reinstate stay-at-home measures, one might think the lockdowns would lead to fewer people driving and therefore fewer deadly truck and car accidents. However, a report released by the National Safety Council (NSC) ...

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