A serious crash can leave you facing medical bills, lost wages, and long-term challenges. When those costs are higher than what the at-fault driver’s insurance policy will cover, many ask, What happens when a car accident claim exceeds insurance limits? At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., we help injury victims throughout Texas and New Mexico recover the compensation they...
Continue ReadingLosing a loved one because of someone else’s negligence is devastating. Along with emotional devastation, families may face financial strain and uncertainty about their legal rights. Fortunately, filing a wrongful death claim in Texas allows surviving family members to seek compensation, but strict legal deadlines apply. At Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro P.C., our El Paso, Texas wrongful death attorneys...
Continue ReadingWe’re proud to announce that James Tawney, partner at TAC Truck Crash & Injury Attorneys, has been appointed to the Board of Regents of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) during the organization’s 2025 Annual Symposium in Austin, Texas. This prestigious honor is reserved for attorneys whose experience, leadership, and dedication to the field of trucking litigation have...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident in Texas or New Mexico, and the at-fault driver wants to pay out of pocket rather than going through insurance, you might think that sounds easier. No dealing with adjusters, no insurance companies getting involved, potentially less paperwork and fewer delays. But offering cash “out of pocket” comes with serious risks....
Continue ReadingCar accidents are one of the leading causes of spine injuries. The sudden force of impact, whether from behind, the side, or head-on, can put enormous stress on the spinal column. From minor strains to permanent damage, spine injuries from car accidents can vary widely in severity. However, even injuries that seem mild at first can have long-term consequences....
Continue ReadingCar accidents are always stressful, but rear-end collisions can feel particularly frustrating. One moment you’re stopped at a light or slowing down for traffic, the next, you’re jolted forward by someone who didn’t stop in time. Many people assume the rear driver is always to blame. However, who is at fault in a rear-end accident depends on more than...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to truck accidents, there are a variety of factors at play. One of those factors is the commercial truck insurance held by the party responsible. The type of coverage held by the trucking company not only depends on what they carry but also where they operate. This makes pursuing compensation a daunting task without the help...
Continue ReadingEL PASO, Texas — A tragic early-morning crash in Northeast El Paso claimed the life of a motorcyclist and injured another. Authorities say 24-year-old Jose Francisco Acevedo Osorio drove under the influence and rear-ended two motorcycles on the 10900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 3:18 a.m. One rider, 32-year-old Eduardo Adrian Munoz, died at the scene....
Continue ReadingAlbuquerque, New Mexico — On October 11, 2025, BCSO is investigating a fatal crash that involved a head-on collision at 337 and Juan Tomas Road. At approximately 2:55 p.m., deputies responded and found one person who was later pronounced dead at the scene. Multiple lanes had been closed during initial response but have since been reopened. The investigation is...
Continue ReadingAlbuquerque, New Mexico – Authorities in Albuquerque are investigating a fatal crash that occurred shortly before 4:10 PM at the intersection of southbound Pan American Freeway NE and Jefferson Street NE. The Albuquerque Police Department, along with crews from Albuquerque Fire Rescue and Bernalillo County Fire Rescue, responded swiftly to the scene following reports of a serious multi-vehicle collision....
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