| Read Time: 4 minutes | Car Accidents

The Car Insurance Company Sent Me a Check. What Now?

You suffered injuries in a crash. You’ve filed your insurance claim, you’re still in pain, and your car may not even be drivable. Then, in the middle of handling doctor appointments and damage estimates, the car insurance company sent you a check. It’s a surprising moment and one that often leaves people wondering: Should I cash this? What happens...

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| Read Time: 2 minutes | Accidents In Texas

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Early Morning East El Paso Crash

El Paso, Texas — One person was hospitalized with serious injuries following a crash involving a motorcycle and another vehicle in East El Paso early Sunday morning, June 29, 2025. According to the El Paso Fire Department, the incident occurred near the intersection of Montana Avenue and McRae Boulevard. Authorities say they received a call about the crash at...

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Walmart Slip and Fall Settlements Amounts in New Mexico

Slip and fall accidents happen every day, including at Walmart stores across the state. However, large companies like Walmart are not always forthcoming about lawsuits filed against them or settlements paid out to injured parties. Slip and fall Walmart settlements vary based on the individual circumstances of your case.  If you sustained injuries in a slip and fall at...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Accident Reports

Where To Obtain Your Las Cruces Police Accident Report

Motor vehicle crashes are a huge problem in our region. According to data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation, there were nearly 63,000 accidents reported in 2015. The simple fact is that any driver could have a serious crash at any time. In the unfortunate event that you are involved in a collision, you need to know how...

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| Read Time: 2 minutes | Accidents In Texas

Serious Multi-Vehicle Rollover Crash in El Paso Injures One

El Paso, Texas — Early Sunday morning, June 22, 2025, a serious multi-vehicle rollover crash occurred in Northeast El Paso, sending one person to the hospital. The El Paso Fire Department reported receiving the emergency call at 12:08 a.m. At least 11 fire department units, including the FireSTAR helicopter, responded to the scene. The injured individual was airlifted to...

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| Read Time: < 1 minute | Accident Reports

Three-Vehicle Crash in New Mexico Leaves One Dead on I-40 Near San Mateo Overpass

Albuquerque, New Mexico — Authorities are investigating a tragic crash that occurred on June 24, 2025, on I-40 westbound, just under and west of the San Mateo overpass in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The incident involved at least three vehicles: a blue Dodge truck, a gray Hyundai sedan, and a semi-truck. According to initial reports, one person was pronounced dead...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Personal Injury

Guide to Texas Modified Comparative Negligence Laws

If you were injured in an accident in Texas, you may wonder how fault impacts your ability to recover compensation. Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning the amount you can recover depends on your level of fault for the accident. If you were partially responsible, your compensation may be reduced, and if you were mostly at fault,...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Car Accidents

Is Texas a No-Fault State for Auto Accidents?

You may have heard that some states are “no fault” when it comes to car insurance. But is Texas a no-fault state? Texas is an at-fault state, meaning that the driver responsible for causing the crash is financially liable for damages. Unlike no-fault states, where each party typically seeks compensation from their own insurance first, Texas permits injured victims...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Car Accidents

8 Common Car Accident Injuries

After a crash, your car isn’t the only thing that takes a hit. Your body absorbs the force quickly. Muscles tense. Joints shift. Pain can initially feel minor, only to show up hours or days later. It might not seem serious right away, but it needs real attention when it lingers or gets worse. This post covers the most...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Truck Accidents

How Is Truck Accident Liability Determined?

A fully loaded semi can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Your car? Maybe 4,000. So when a commercial truck hits a smaller vehicle, the results are often devastating and can leave you with some serious questions: Why did this happen? Who’s responsible? And what can I do about it? These aren’t just emotional reactions—they’re the first steps in your...

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