If you were hurt in a crash in Texas, you may wonder, How much is my case worth? or What is the typical car accident settlement amount in Texas? These are fair questions, but they are not easy to answer. No universal settlement calculator can tell you exactly what your case is worth. That is because every accident and...
Continue ReadingEl Paso, TX – Two vehicles collided early Saturday morning, April 26, 2025, in East El Paso, resulting in serious injuries, according to the El Paso Police Department. The crash occurred around 2 a.m. at the intersection of Gateway West Boulevard and Don Haskins Drive. Authorities have not confirmed the total number of individuals injured. However, the El Paso...
Continue ReadingA 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 ReadingEL PASO, Texas — Accomplished personal injury attorney James D. Tawney, partner at Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro Injury Law (TAC Injury Law), has been named a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), one of the most distinguished honors a trial attorney can receive. This invitation-only national association recognizes exceptional trial lawyers who have demonstrated the highest standards...
Continue ReadingEl Paso, TX – Two individuals were hurt in a multi-vehicle collision on Saturday afternoon, April 19, 2025, in the Upper Valley area of El Paso. The incident occurred around 12:33 p.m. near 4800 Love Road, close to White Spur Park, according to the El Paso Fire Department. Preliminary reports from the El Paso Police Department suggest that the...
Continue ReadingThe oil and gas industry has one of the highest oilfield injury rates in the country and our oil field lawyers want to discuss the most common on-the-job oil field injuries. The oil and gas industry in Texas and New Mexico has been a gift to the economy. It helps many residents earn money and secure a future for themselves...
Continue ReadingIf you were in a car accident in El Paso, Texas, the El Paso Police Department likely responded and filed a report. Now you may be wondering how to obtain a car accident report in El Paso. To obtain a car accident police report, you will need some basic information about the accident, and you’ll need to pay a...
Continue ReadingEl Paso TX – A serious multi-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday, April 12, 2025, around 3:51 p.m., prompting the closure of all westbound lanes of Interstate 10 between Paisano and Chelsea in El Paso. According to the El Paso Fire Department, two individuals were transported to a local hospital. One person sustained minor injuries and was taken by ambulance,...
Continue ReadingNew Mexico – A serious crash occurred just before 7:00 PM on April 12, 2025, on the southbound off-ramp of I-25 near Osuna and San Mateo in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Initial reports indicate the collision involved a vehicle and a motorcycle. Emergency responders from the Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue arrived quickly at the scene. One individual...
Continue ReadingAfter 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...
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