What To Expect In A Bodily Injury Settlement With Progressive Insurance
Progressive Insurance is an incredibly popular car insurance company here in Central Texas. Progressive has grown into America’s third largest insurance carrier and the largest overall commercial auto insurer. And in the insurance world, size means strength. When a car accident victim in Austin has to negotiate with Progressive to get fairly compensated for injuries
Read MorePedestrian/Car Accidents in Austin
Throughout my career as an attorney in Austin, I am seeing more and more pedestrian/car accidents in Austin. This could be linked to our ever growing city or the fact that our city promotes a healthy lifestyle and more pedestrians are willing to take advantage of that. From the shops on SoCo, to our fun
Read MoreIs Texas a No Fault State? Know The Insurance Laws
Laws and regulations differ across jurisdictions, and insurance law is no exception. Generally, states fall into two categories: fault states and no-fault states. Each state decides whether to require no-fault insurance. Texas Insurance Law: A Fault-Based System In Texas, the insurance system is fault-based. This means that Texas does not use a no-fault insurance system.
Read MoreWhat Is ‘Vicarious Liability’ Under Texas Law?
Vicarious Liability When someone negligently injures another person, they typically bear sole financial responsibility (legally speaking) However, in cases of vicarious liability, Texas law may hold a third party liable. Vicarious liability is a form of indirect liability that occurs when there is a particular relationship or agency between the parties. Common examples include: Someone
Read MoreInsurance Confusion Got You Wrecked?
Ask An Austin Car Wreck Lawyer As an Austin car wreck lawyer I am often asked which insurance coverages apply in an auto accident. The answer varies based on the facts of the collision; however, three of the most common types of coverage available after an accident are: Bodily injury liability coverage may be recovered
Read MoreIn A Car Accident? Here’s What You Need To Know
Dealing With Insurance Adjusters After A Car Accident in Austin Written by Funk & Associates Personal Injury Lawyers The insurance adjuster on the phone sounds like a VERY nice person. He (or she) is really sorry to hear that you’ve been in a car accident in Austin. But you need to understand a few things
Read MoreAccidentes de Auto en Austin
Accidentes de Auto en Austin Una de las mejores cosas de vivir en Austin, Texas son los festivales . Hay muchos festivales famosos en Austin y atraen a una gran cantidad de turistas de todo el pais. Los turistas que visitan nuestra gran ciudad por lo general no tienen un coche, así que van a utilizar
Read MoreCar Accident in Austin involving Uber drivers
Car Accident in Austin involving Uber drivers Ride-sharing aps such as Uber and Lyft have gained increasing popularity here in Austin over the last few years. But, while they present an alternative to driving in the hectic Austin traffic, they come with their own set of potential risks. So, what happens when you’re involved in
Read MoreDo I have a case?
As a personal injury attorney in Austin, TX, one of the most frequently asked questions by prospective clients that call our office is: Do I have a case? While the particular nuances and facts of each personal injury claim differ substantially from case to case, as a general rule the Austin personal injury lawyers
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