After a car accident, injured drivers and passengers often face a flood of medical bills, lost wages, and insurance paperwork. This is where Personal Injury Protection (PIP) can offer fast relief, but many people are unsure whether it is required, what it covers, or how it works under Texas law. At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., we help injured...
Continue ReadingUPS truck accidents occur and have increased as E-commerce has grown. Being involved in an accident with a United Parcel Service (UPS) truck may be overwhelming in terms of stress and knowing where to turn. Since the claims process isn’t straightforward, you probably have several questions regarding UPS vehicle accident claims. If you were injured by a UPS truck...
Continue ReadingNew Mexico – A tragic car accident in Albuquerque, New Mexico on Saturday, March 29, 2025, has left one person dead and another injured. According to the Albuquerque Police Department (APD), the crash occurred just before midnight near Coors and Sequoia. Both vehicles were traveling south on Coors when they collided, causing one to roll over. The driver of...
Continue ReadingEl Paso TX – A FedEx van overturned following a collision with a Ford pickup truck in East El Paso, TX, on Tuesday afternoon. The crash occurred near the intersection of East Glenn and George Dieter Drive at approximately 2:47 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, according to the El Paso Fire Department (EPFD). One person sustained minor injuries...
Continue ReadingLAS CRUCES, NM – In the aftermath of the tragic mass shooting at Young Park on March 21, 2025, Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., a leading personal injury law firm, has donated $25,000 to the Together Las Cruces Crisis Action Fund held within the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM), an emergency relief fund that has been activated...
Continue ReadingBeing rear-ended by a truck can leave you with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about your financial future. If you’re wondering how much compensation you may receive, there is no universal amount for rear-ended by a commercial truck settlement for every case. Settlements vary widely depending on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, liability, and available insurance...
Continue ReadingEl Paso TX – A tragic two-vehicle collision in Northeast El Paso claimed one life as a dust storm swept through the region. The accident occurred around 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Gateway South Boulevard and Sean Haggerty Drive. Authorities have not confirmed whether the severe weather conditions played a role in the crash. The El...
Continue ReadingNew Mexico – A serious two-vehicle crash in Sunland Park, New Mexico, on Monday night, March 17, 2025, left one person with severe injuries. According to the Sunland Park Fire Department, the accident occurred at the intersection of McNutt Road and Poplar Drive. Emergency responders from Sunland Park Fire and Doña Ana County Fire Rescue arrived on the scene,...
Continue ReadingLosing a loved one due to negligence leaves families searching for answers and financial stability. Legal action may be necessary to secure compensation, but understanding the difference between wrongful death and survival action is essential. Each claim serves a distinct purpose—one benefiting the surviving family and the other compensating the deceased’s estate. A wrongful death claim allows family members...
Continue ReadingT-bone accidents are some of the most complicated when it comes to determining fault. If you suffered an injury after a t-bone car accident you should reach out to an attorney to work on getting you a settlement and keeping the at-fault party responsible. Both parties often share some portion of fault for the accident. The determination of fault...
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