Crash Alert: Pedestrian struck by CapMetro bus in North Austin
AUSTIN, TX – According to KVUE, a pedestrian has been struck by a CapMetro Bus near the intersection of North Lamar and Yager Lane, in North Austin. The crash took place this morning at around 7:20 a.m. The pedestrian has been hospitalized and is currently in stable condition. The accident was cleared just after 8:45
Read MoreFAQ: What Damages can I Recover if I am the Victim of a Dog Bite?
If you are the victim of a dog bite you may recover all types of damages typically available to victims of other types of personal injuries. Some of these damages include: Past and future medical bills, Past and future pain and suffering and mental anguish, Physical impairment, Permanent scarring or disfigurement, Lost wages and lost
Read MoreFAQ: What is the Statute of Limitations for Dog Bite Claims?
A dog bite is a type of personal injury claim, therefore, the statute of limitations for a dog bite is two years from the date of the injury. However, in a case involving a minor, the statute of limitations is a bit different. The statute of limitations for the minor’s medical bills is two years
Read MoreCrash causing delays on northbound I-35 near Riverside Drive
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, a car crash is causing delays on northbound I-35 near Riverside Drive. This crash was reported this morning at around 9:34 a.m. and appears to be causing significant traffic on the roadway. Traffic is currently backed up from Woodland Avenue, across the I-35 bridge, to 4th Street. Drivers may
Read MoreUrgent crash reported on E 7th Street at Chicon Street in East Austin
AUSTIN, TX – According to The City of Austin, a car accident has taken place at the intersection of E 7th Street and Chicon Street, near Huston-Tillotson University. The accident was first reported this afternoon at around 5:30 p.m. The accident is being described as urgent, which means that minor injuries are suspected or the
Read MorePedestrian hospitalized following crash on Cameron Road near US-183
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, a pedestrian has been hospitalized after being struck by a car on Cameron Road near US-183. The accident took place at around 1:30 p.m. on Monday afternoon. An adult pedestrian sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries in the crash. The victim was transported to Dell Seaton Medical Center. The cause
Read MoreWoman dies after crashing into firetruck on I-35
AUSTIN, TX – According to KVUE, a woman has died after crashing into a firetruck on I-35, north of Parmer Lane. The accident took place on October 17th at around 2:15 a.m. 35-year-old India McKinley crashed into the firetruck as she was driving southbound on the I-35 frontage road. McKinley died as a result of
Read MoreFour hospitalized following rollover crash in West Austin
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, three adults and a child have been hospitalized following a rollover crash in West Austin, near Highway 290. The accident took place on Thunderbird Road, just before 5 p.m. on Sunday evening. US-290 was closed at Thunderbird Road following the crash but has since reopened. One of the injured
Read MoreFAQ: What has Liability in a Dog Attack?
In a dog attack, the dog owner ultimately has the liability for the attack. This is because dog owners are responsible for their pets. However, there is much more to consider in a dog attack case then who has liability. Many times, the discussion does not stop with who is liable, it continues onto who
Read MorePolice searching for suspect after hit-and-run crash kills cyclist
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, police are searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a cyclist in North Austin yesterday. The accident took place on the northbound I-35 Frontage Road near Tech Ridge Boulevard, just after 11 p.m. Police say that an unknown driver hit and killed a bicyclist before
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