As a parent getting your child all buckled up before engaging the ignition of your car, is a well-accustomed lifestyle, but have you ever wondered how buckled they get inside those yellow long school buses? With the occasional reports of school bus crashes, parents, pediatric associations, and National Highway Traffic … Continue reading
Over the course of the last four decades, there has been tremendous progress in the area of traffic safety. New safety regulations have expanded efforts to educate drivers about the most common causes of traffic accidents resulting in a gradual decline in traffic fatalities. In fact, the National Highway Traffic … Continue reading
The state of Texas is not leaving anything to chance regarding their position on car seat safety laws. Failure to wear a seat belt is a punishable offense in Texas and children are not exempted. Adults will be held culpable for any defaulting minor in their car. Children between the … Continue reading
Bicycling is one of the fastest-growing modes of transportation and one of the most dangerous, especially on public roadways. While cyclists have the same rights as drivers in Texas, there are still rules of the road to guide bicycle riders to avoid accidents and maintain responsible cycling. These laws are … Continue reading
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
Whenever we take a loved one to the hospital, it is with the hope that they would return feeling better and alive. If for any reason, something goes wrong and we lose the loved one, we begin to ask questions. What Is Wrongful Death? Wikipedia defines wrongful death as “a … Continue reading
When was the last time you really inspected your motorcycle before a ride? Not just a quick once-over, but a thorough check to make sure every component of your bike — and your gear — is road-ready. If it’s been a while, don’t worry. Herrman and Herrman Personal Injury Lawyers … 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 into … Continue reading
