Crash Alert: 2 bicyclists injured, 1 critically after hit by driver in Franklin Park
AUSTIN, TX – Two people suffered injuries after being hit while biking in the Franklin Park area Wednesday morning. LATE FINAL Vehicle vs bicyclists 6300blk E Stassney Ln (08:56 x-street Montopolis) 2 adult patients both trauma alerts transported to St. David’s South. 1 with potentially serious injuries & other with critical life-threatening injuries. No further
Read MoreCrash Alert: Construction worker injured after burned building collapsed
AUSTIN, TX – A construction worker was injured when part of a burned building collapsed onto them in central Austin Tuesday morning. According to KXAN, the worker was at the Texas French Bakery located in the 2900 block of Rio Grande Street near W 29th Street. The building was destroyed after a fire in January
Read MoreCrash Alert: Pedestrian dies days after South Austin hit-and-run
AUSTIN, TX – A man died in the hospital days after a hit-and-run crash in South Austin last week reports KVUE. 46-year-old Terry Ziegler Jr. was struck by a driver at the 5600 block of West Gate Boulevard near Stassyney Lane on March 14. He was rushed to an area hospital but unfortunately succumbed to
Read MoreFAQ: When can I sue for false advertising?
Companies and businesses frequently make bold assertions in their marketing campaigns, and sometimes the products or services marketed do not measure up to what is promised. You can generally bring a lawsuit for false advertising against a business even if they include disclaimers in their marketing or make accurate statements, as long as the advertising
Read MoreCrash Alert: Man on motorcycle killed after collision with pickup truck
SAN MARCOS, TX – A man died of his injuries after a two-vehicle collision in San Marcos Wednesday evening reports the Corrider News. The collision happened on State Highway 80 near River Road around 4:45 p.m. 46-year-old Dylan Grose was operating a motorcycle on the inner lane of the highway when a driver in a
Read MoreCrash Alert: Bicyclist killed after hit by vehicle in Leander
LEANDER, TX – A person was struck and killed while on their bicycle in Leander early Thursday morning reports KXAN. The fatal collision happened on Ronald Reagan Boulevard near San Gabriel Parkway just past midnight.The driver remained on the scene to speak with authorities. Further details have not yet been provided. Police shut down the
Read MoreCrash Alert: Man fatally struck by driver who fell asleep at wheel in Lockhart
LOCKHART, TX – A 19-year-old man was hit and killed by a driver along a highway in Lockhart Tuesday morning reports KXAN. The man was walking along Highway 142/San Antonio Street when a driver crashed into him. He was rushed to an area hospital where he died of his injuries. Police believe the driver had
Read MoreCrash Alert: Pedestrian critically injured after struck by driver in Hudson Bend area
AUSTIN, TX – One person sustained critical injuries after they were struck by a driver in west Austin Friday night. According to CBS Austin, the pedestrian was struck in the 2900 block of N. FM 620 across from Lariat Trail around 9 p.m. They were rushed to St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center with life-threatening
Read MoreFAQ: Is it possible to sue a city or county?
Because government entities in Texas are typically protected by sovereign immunity, it can be challenging to bring a lawsuit against a city or county. However, state law does allow it under some circumstances, including for motor vehicle accidents. You can hold a government entity or municipality liable for specific types of damages, which are outlined
Read MoreCrash Alert: At least 1 killed in fatal crash on rural road outside ATX
BASTROP COUNTY, TX – A fatal crash was reported on a rural highway just southeast of Austin Thursday night. According to KXAN, the crash happened around 10:30 p.m. on FM 812 and Creekwood Trail. The number of fatalities in the crash was not given. It’s not yet clear what caused the crash but the FM
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