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 into a life-altering event.
We’re here to help keep you safe — and to stand by your side if a winter driving accident turns your world upside down.
If you must drive in winter weather, preparation is key. Follow these essential winter driving safety tips to minimize your risk — and remember, if someone else’s negligence causes a crash, we’re only one call away.
❄️ 6 Winter Driving Safety Tips From the Legal Team That’s Seen It All
1. Use Extreme Caution on Bridges and Overpasses
Bridges and elevated roadways freeze before surface roads — even when the temperature is just hovering near freezing. These areas can become icy fast, creating black ice that’s nearly invisible. Slow down before you cross them and never assume they’re dry just because the road leading to them is.
2. Slow Down — and Give Yourself Room
Speed kills, especially on slick roads. It takes at least three times more distance to stop on an icy surface. Reduce your speed significantly, brake gently, and give extra space between you and the car in front of you. Avoid cruise control — it can cause you to lose control of the vehicle without warning.
3. Move Over for Emergency and Road Crews
If you see flashing lights — from emergency responders or road maintenance crews — slow down and give them space. Not only is it the law to stay at least 200 feet behind them, it’s also critical for their safety and yours.
4. Avoid Passing on the Right, and Drive Defensively
Visibility is often reduced during winter weather. Snow spray, foggy windshields, or heavy rain can make it harder to see other drivers — and for them to see you. Avoid aggressive moves like passing on the right, and be especially mindful of blind spots.
5. Stick to Main Roads and Be Patient
Backroads and shortcuts are often untreated or unplowed. Stick to main highways and roads that are more likely to have been salted or sanded. Your GPS may suggest a faster route, but in winter, “faster” isn’t always safer.
6. Check Weather Conditions Before You Travel
Don’t just rely on your smartphone’s quick forecast. Tune into your local TV or radio stations for up-to-the-minute traffic alerts and weather updates. Knowing what’s coming helps you decide whether it’s safer to delay your trip — or avoid driving altogether.
❗ When Caution Isn’t Enough — We’re Here to Help
Even when you’re doing everything right behind the wheel, other drivers may not be. Icy roads, distracted driving, poor vehicle maintenance, and reckless behavior during winter weather can lead to serious accidents — and life-changing injuries.
At Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers, we know how devastating winter accidents can be. We’ve helped thousands of injured victims across Texas and the Gulf Coast get justice, compensation, and peace of mind after being hit by careless drivers — especially in bad weather.
From securing medical treatment and recovering lost wages to negotiating with insurance companies that try to shift blame — we fight to win for our clients.
📞 Call Us Before the Insurance Company Calls You
If you or someone you love has been injured in a winter driving accident, don’t wait. The insurance company may already be building a case against you — even if the crash wasn’t your fault.
Let Herrman and Herrman be your voice.
We offer:
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Free, no-obligation case evaluations
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24/7 availability
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You don’t pay unless we win your case
Stay Safe. Stay Smart. And Remember — We’ve Got Your Back.
Driving in winter weather is risky. But if the worst happens, you don’t have to face the aftermath alone. Contact Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers today — because your recovery deserves nothing less than a relentless legal team on your side.
📱 Call us now or visit www.herrmanandherrman.com to schedule your free consultation.
CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
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