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Category: Car Accidents

By: Chris Brasure

How Extreme Texas Heat Can Contribute to Car Accidents

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Texas summers are known for scorching temperatures, and drivers throughout McAllen, Edinburg, and the Rio Grande Valley experience extreme heat for much of the year. While many people associate hot weather with discomfort, few realize that high temperatures can also increase the risk of car accidents. From tire blowouts and…

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Why Intersections Are Especially Dangerous for 18-Wheelers in Texas

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Intersections are among the most dangerous places on Texas roads, especially when large commercial trucks are involved. While any motor vehicle accident can result in serious injuries, crashes involving 18-wheelers often have devastating consequences due to the size and weight of these vehicles. Throughout McAllen, Edinburg, and the Rio Grande…

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Summer Driving Dangers in McAllen and Edinburg

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Summer in the Rio Grande Valley brings vacations, road trips, graduation celebrations, and increased traffic throughout McAllen, Edinburg, and surrounding areas. While summer is one of the busiest travel seasons in Texas, it can also be one of the most dangerous times to drive. Higher temperatures, crowded roads, distracted driving,…

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Safety Tips for Sharing the Road With 18-Wheelers in Texas

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Commercial trucks and 18-wheelers are a common sight on highways throughout McAllen, Edinburg, and the Rio Grande Valley. While these vehicles play an important role in transporting goods across Texas, they can also create serious dangers for other drivers on the road. Because of their size and weight, accidents involving…

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Summer Driving Safety Tips for Drivers in the Rio Grande Valley

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Summer brings heavier traffic, road trips, graduation celebrations, vacations, and crowded roads throughout McAllen, Edinburg, and the Rio Grande Valley. While summer is a busy and exciting season, it’s also one of the most dangerous times of year for drivers in Texas. With increased traffic, distracted driving, construction zones, and…

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What Happens If Someone Hits Your Parked Car and Leaves in Texas?

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Discovering that someone hit your parked car and drove away can be frustrating and stressful. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents involving parked vehicles happen often in McAllen, Edinburg, and across the Rio Grande Valley, especially in crowded parking lots and busy event areas. If this happens to you in Texas, knowing what…

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What to Do After a Parking Lot Accident at a Large Event in Texas

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Large events in the Rio Grande Valley, including UTRGV graduation ceremonies at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, often bring heavy traffic, crowded parking lots, and stressed drivers trying to find parking quickly. Unfortunately, that combination can lead to parking lot accidents. While many people assume parking lot crashes are “minor,”…

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Texas

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Motorcycle accidents can be especially dangerous due to the lack of physical protection riders have compared to drivers in cars. In busy areas like McAllen, Edinburg, and across the Rio Grande Valley, heavy traffic and distracted driving increase the risk of serious crashes. If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle…

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Can Passengers File a Personal Injury Claim After a Car Accident in Texas?

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After a car accident in McAllen, Edinburg, or anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley, most people focus on the drivers involved. But what about passengers? If you were a passenger in a vehicle during an accident, you may be wondering whether you have the right to file a personal injury…

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What Happens If You’re Partially at Fault for an Accident in Texas?

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After a car accident in McAllen, Edinburg, or anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley, many drivers worry about one thing: What if I was partially at fault? The good news is that being partially responsible for an accident in Texas does not automatically prevent you from recovering compensation. However, it…