Young parents in Texas dealing with all the expenses of raising a child may wonder whether it is necessary to replace a child’s car seat after a car accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which enforces vehicle safety standards to reduce injuries and deaths from motor vehicle accidents, … Continue reading
When you’re in a car accident, everything happens fast. You’re shaken, possibly injured, and unsure what to do next. While your health and safety always come first, capturing the right photos at the scene can make a huge difference in protecting your rights. At Herrman & Herrman, we’ve helped thousands … Continue reading
The most recent analysis of driver death rates in car accidents tells us that size matters and smaller is deadlier, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Why Small Cars Have Higher Driver Death Rates “Smaller vehicles offer less protection for the driver in crashes, and their lighter … Continue reading
Icy roads. Freezing rain. Black ice. ❄️ Winter weather is no joke — especially in Texas and surrounding states where sudden cold snaps can create hazardous driving conditions without warning. At Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly a winter storm can turn a routine drive … Continue reading
A provision of President Biden’s $1.2 trillion infrastructure program could substantially reduce the threat of drunk driving accidents by the end of the decade. One of several road-safety provisions in the infrastructure bill requires the federal government to finalize rules within three years for alcohol-detection technology to stop intoxicated drivers … Continue reading
Wrongful death lawsuits are legal actions that one hopes they never have to take. They are lawsuits fought on behalf of a deceased individual. Also their estate and against a party that may be culpable for their death. This culpability is typically shown by another party exhibiting negligence or shirking … Continue reading
Texas law requires drivers and passengers to wear seat belts, but not everyone follows the law. Data from the Texas Department of Transportation show that 924 people who were not wearing seat belts died in car accidents in 2019. Not wearing a seat belt often results in more severe injuries … Continue reading
With driver error accounting for a significant portion of motor vehicle accidents in Texas and across the country, auto manufacturers have been working to develop driverless cars, which will transport passengers without any need for human control to guide the vehicle. The thinking goes that removing the element of human … Continue reading
As Texans, we are getting back on the road after a severe pandemic. As commuting to and from work after the lifted stay-at-home order picks up, the streets and highways of Houston will become more trafficked. Even if you are a conscientious driver and always practice safe “driving hygiene,” certain … Continue reading
Rear-end accidents are the most common type of car accident, and an overwhelming majority are caused by tailgating. Following too closely behind another car in traffic is dangerous. It doesn’t provide enough space to stop safely. Sometimes people risk the dangers of tailgating out of carelessness. Other times, tailgating is … Continue reading
