That pain in your back could be more than just an inconvenience. Did you know that the top two causes of spinal cord injuries are car crashes and falls, whether you are here in Texas or elsewhere? Left untreated, an injury to your spine could lead to lifelong...
Month: August 2017
What makes large trucks so dangerous
If driving near a big rig sets you on edge, you are not alone. Many Texas drivers feel wary of commercial trucks for several solid reasons.Increasing your awareness of the special hazards trucks may present can help you drive safely and avoid accidents. However,...
Trucking accidents still occur despite safe car drivers
Most drivers here in Texas and elsewhere know not to be in the blind spot of a semitrailer, cut one off or attempt to pass one on the right in case the truck driver decides to make a turn. These are just some of the precautions that passenger car drivers take in order...
Alleged DUI-related crash caught on tape
Dashboard cameras in patrol cars are there to protect the officers as much as they are those who are pulled over by police. The footage from those cameras often ends up in court in both criminal and civil proceedings, depending on the circumstances. The videos can be...
Federal drug possession investigation leads to Texas arrests
Illegal drugs continue to be a law enforcement concern across the country. Charges can range from drug possession to possession with intent to sell and/or traffic in substances such as cocaine or meth. One recent investigation resulted in federal charges for 24...
Penalties for Texas repeat DWI offenders
If a law enforcement official charges you with driving while under the influence in Texas, you can expect the severity of your punishment to vary based on several factors. Your age, whether you had children in your car and whether you have ever received a similar...
Woman accused of DUI headed for court, a year after accident
When two cars collide, the exact cause of the accident is not always known. In some Texas collisions, one or more people wind up facing criminal charges, such as those suspected of DUI. That's what happened to one woman, who is preparing now for a trial set to begin,...
How Social Media Activity Can Hurt A DUI Case
Some New Braunfels college students who drink and drive like to make light of their situations, especially if law enforcement catches them; it is, in fact, a way to cope with getting into trouble. Unfortunately, many of them turn to Facebook, Instagram and other...