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April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month As we observe Distracted Driving Awareness Month, AAA is sending a clear message to Texans: it’s time to put the phone down and focus on the road. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car wrecks in Texas and across the nation. Every text, every scroll, and...

New Bills Would Limit Compensation, Block Access To Justice For Accident Victims Hurt by Someone Else's Negligence Most people don’t expect to get seriously injured. But when they do, the fallout can be devastating—physically, financially, and emotionally. From hospital bills and rehab to lost income and pain that lasts a lifetime, the impact of an...

Intersections are some of the most dangerous locations on American roads and account for a large portion of vehicle crashes every year. According to the Federal Highway Administration, half of all crash-related injuries and a quarter of fatalities occur at or near intersections. Wichita Falls residents know firsthand that certain intersections in the city can...

Car Accidents Happen Fast—The Right Seat Can Make All the Difference As parents, we do everything we can to protect our kids, but one of the most critical safety measures often gets overlooked: using the right car seat for their age and size. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 598 children under...

A Potential Game-Changer for TBI Treatment For decades, traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims have faced limited treatment options, leaving many with lifelong cognitive and physical challenges. However, recent research from Mass General Brigham has uncovered a promising new therapy that could revolutionize how TBIs and concussions are treated. A nasal spray designed to reduce neuroinflammation...

School Bus Safety: Can Texas Schools Be Held Liable for Injuries in a Crash? School buses are widely considered one of the safest modes of transportation for children, but recent crashes in Texas have raised concerns about whether schools are doing enough to protect students. The March 22, 2024, crash in Bastrop County, which involved...

A Rising Concern for Pedestrian Safety in Texoma Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in Texoma, with multiple fatal crashes reported throughout 2024. Wichita Falls, Altus, and surrounding areas have seen an increase in pedestrian fatalities, reflecting a broader trend across Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), pedestrian deaths have risen by...

When you get behind the wheel, you might not think about who’s tracking your driving habits. However, a recent lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against Allstate is bringing driver data privacy into the spotlight. The lawsuit alleges Allstate and its subsidiary, Arity, collected and sold personal driving data from millions of consumers—without...

When insurance companies try to "swoop and settle" with lowball offers, it’s critical to have an experienced legal team that knows how to fight back. At Hoover Rogers Law, LLP, we’ve seen firsthand how patience, persistence, and experienced legal help can change the outcome for injury victims. A recent case involving Bobby (last name withheld...

Texas roads are no strangers to truck accidents. With its vast network of highways and booming industries reliant on commercial transportation, the state sees thousands of semi-trucks and other large commercial vehicles on its roads daily. Unfortunately, the safety net designed to ensure these vehicles meet compliance standards is fraying. Recent findings highlight a concerning...