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The Dangers of Driving On I-20 In Odessa, TX, Causing Daily 18-Wheeler And Car Accidents Or Fatalities

If you plan to drive on I-20 in Texas between Odessa/Midland and Abilene, refer to the following steps to stay safe. Know the Causes of Accidents   Know Your Resources Drive Safely Know What To Do In An Accident   Contact an Auto Accident Injury Attorney  Interstate 20 stretches through much of the Southern United States. I-20 begins in West Texas and connects the West Coast to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, then stretches from Texas to South Carolina. It serves communities like Midland, Odessa, Big Springs, and Abilene within the state. This highway is an important route for travelers and commerce. But

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Accident Deaths Decrease in States That Ban Handheld Cellphone Use While Driving

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of fatalities in the United States. Additionally, millions of motorists receive treatment in emergency departments every year for serious injuries they sustain in motor vehicle accidents. One of the most significant contributing factors to these accidents is driver cellphone use. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) suggests nearly 10 percent of US drivers were using a cellphone behind the wheel at any given time during daylight hours in one recent year. Other studies have found that using a cellphone while driving is associated with a substantially greater risk of crashes.

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Settling a Car Accident Too Early Can Prove Costly

If you have been injured in a car accident caused by someone else’s carelessness, you may be eligible to receive compensation for the damages you have suffered. A car accident claim may help provide the money you need to repair your car, pay medical bills for your injuries, and recover lost wages or income if you missed work. Although you might be in a hurry to settle your car accident claim as soon as possible to get the money you need to pay your bills and other obligations, settling your case too early could cost you. Car Accident Settlements Are

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Car Accident in Texas – Insurance Settlement Claim Checklist

If you are involved in a car accident, this insurance settlement claim checklist explains what to do after an accident. File Your Claim Early While Texas law generally gives you two years after a car accident to file a lawsuit for damages stemming from the accident, there is typically no benefit to waiting this long. The sooner you start the claims process, the sooner a car accident lawyer can begin negotiating for your fair compensation. Additionally, your lawyer can gather and preserve evidence to support your car insurance claim. Keep Original Records About the Accident After an auto accident in Midland,

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Safety Tips For Driving In Heavy Rains, Storms, High Winds, Or Floods

Bad weather can be a recipe for disaster on Texas roads, resulting in reduced visibility, slick streets, flooded crossings, fallen trees, and other hazards. Knowing what to do when you’re driving in the rain or other dangerous conditions can reduce the chances of a weather-related crash and potentially save lives.  At KRW Lawyers, our attorneys see the devastating impact of car accidents every day. We want you to stay safe. Keep reading for tips on driving in inclement weather. How To Drive In Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Avoid driving in a thunderstorm if you can. Postpone your trip, if possible.

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Why You Shouldn’t Rush a Settlement After a Car Accident

If you were injured in a car accident, you’re likely anxious to get your settlement money so you can pay your medical bills, repair your vehicle, and catch up on your other accounts. If you get a quick settlement offer from the insurance company, it can seem very tempting to take it. However, rushing into a quick settlement may be a mistake you come to regret later. Why You Shouldn’t Rush a Settlement When you accept an auto accident settlement, you sign a document that releases the insurance company from further liability. Your car accident settlement value is generally final.

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Safety Tips for Driving in Extreme Heat

San Antonians are no strangers to extreme Texas heat. But do you know how to drive safely when it’s too hot outside for your car to perform at its best? Below, the attorneys of KRW Lawyers discuss how extreme heat and weather can affect your car’s performance and what you can do to stay safe this summer. Safety Tips The following tips can help you stay cool and safe even in Texas’ most extreme hot weather: Keep your cooling system in good shape Your cooling system undergoes additional strain during the summer, which can cause your engine to overheat. Check

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Teens Die from Speeding at Higher Rate Than All Other Age Groups, Report Shows

There’s an epidemic of speeding-related deaths in the United States, and it’s hitting teen drivers and their passengers the hardest, a new report shows. A report from the Governors Highway Safety Association analyzed crash data from a recent five-year period and found that during that time period, teenage drivers and their passengers accounted for 43 percent of speeding-related deaths. A total of 4,930 teen drivers and passengers in their vehicles died in speeding-related crashes during this timeframe. These shocking numbers speak to a number of issues with how teens are taught to drive, as well as the example other drivers

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Black Boxes in SUVs Could Yield Clues About Cause of Wreck

What used to take weeks can now be determined in no time, thanks to black boxes that are common in most newer model cars. Event data recorders, or EDRs, record important information in vehicles, which may help identify the cause of a collision much faster than traditional investigative methods. While this technology has been used in airplanes since the 1950s, it has only recently become a common feature in passenger vehicles. Learn more about how this data can help identify the cause of accidents, including for the Tiger Woods’ car accident. What Black Box Data in Tiger Woods’ Car Accident

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Rear-End Collisions

Rear-end accidents are commonly dismissed as mere fender-benders, but, this type of car accident often results in serious injuries and substantial damage. If you’ve been injured in a rear-end crash, the car accident lawyers at KRW Lawyers are here to help. We’ve been named one of the best law firms in San Antonio by U.S. News & World Report. We’ve helped our clients recover millions of dollars for their injuries, and we want to help you however we can. Call us today or visit our contact page for a free initial consultation. What Happens (Legally) After a Rear-End Collision Here’s

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