Crash Alert: 5 killed in 17-vehicle DUI crash on I-35 near Parmer
AUSTIN, TX – A man has been arrested in connection to a north Austin crash that killed five people and injured several others on Thursday. According to KXAN, the accident happened shortly before 11:30 p.m. on I-35 near Parmer Lane. This is near the Tech Ridge and Scofield Farms neighborhoods. Police say that 37-year-old Solomun
Read MoreFAQ: What is tort reform, and how does it apply in Texas?
See also the Texas Trucking Association “Lawsuit Reform” page. Don’t get me started….Tort reform refers to proposed on enacted changes to a state’s legal system that attempt to reduce the ability of plaintiffs to bring litigation. They may also reduce the amount of damages that a plaintiff can receive. The Medical Malpractice and Tort Reform
Read More5 dead after 17-vehicle crash in North Austin-Truck Driver arrested
AUSTIN, Texas — 5 people are dead after a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck late Thursday night in North Austin, according to the Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS). Crews initially responded to a call about a traffic incident around 11:23 p.m. around the 3100 block of Interstate 35 heading southbound near Parmer Lane, according
Read MoreCrash Alert: Fatality reported in crash on US-290 near Berkman
AUSTIN, TX – At least one person died Wednesday night in a major accident along the highway in east-central Austin, reports KVUE. The collision occurred shortly prior to 7 p.m. on US-290 between I-35 and Berkman Drive. This is in the Coronado Hills neighborhood. Police haven’t disclosed the cause of the crash, the number of
Read MoreMotorcycle Accidents in Austin
Motorcycle Accidents in Austin Sadly, Motorcycle accidents in Austin are far too common. Since motorcycles are much smaller than every auto on the road, other motorists often fail to notice them when making lane changes, overtaking from behind and when drivers pull out of private driveways or streets. As a result, thousands of motorcycle accidents
Read MoreHow are car accidents in Austin impacted by the rain?
How are car accidents in Austin impacted by the rain? As I write this blog, a severe rain storm is heading toward Austin. This storm carries with it much needed rain for our drought stricken area, the risk of flash floods, and also the increased risk of being involved in a car accident. Of the
Read MoreMost Common Causes of Car Accidents in Austin
Common causes of car accidents ***2025 update: The Six Most Common Causes of Collisions in Austin: What Accident Victims Need to Know*** Despite many advancements in vehicle safety, 4,481 Texans died in 2022 as a result of motor vehicle accidents. Some of the most common causes of car accidents here in Austin include: Driver Fatigue
Read MoreBut I Wasn’t Driving!
Someone Else Was Driving My Car And Got Into An Accident! If someone has an accident while driving your car, the responsibility and liability will depend on who caused the accident. It will also depend on the terms of your auto insurance policy. You need to understand who’s covered—and who isn’t—on your car insurance policy.
Read MoreCrash Alert: Major crash on FM 1625 in SE Austin kills 1
AUSTIN, TX – A major accident in southeast Austin killed one person and injured another over the weekend, reports KXAN. Sometime before 7 p.m. Saturday, emergency teams responded to FM 1625 just north of Sassman Road. This is south of Skyline Park and less than ten miles southwest of the airport. It’s not yet clear
Read MoreCrash Alert: 2-car crash on Airport Blvd kills 1, hurts 6
AUSTIN, TX – Officials have reported a fatality in connection to a two-vehicle accident that happened last week in east-central Austin. According to KXAN, the collision occurred just after 3 a.m. along Airport Boulevard between East 38 1/2 and East 40th Streets. This is just east of Cherrywood. Police haven’t yet commented on the circumstances
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