There were over 400,000 accidents involving large trucks in 2020. Over 100,000 of these accidents led to injury, and nearly 5,000 resulted in death. The danger of these large vehicles can’t be overstated. But heightened danger aside, what else is different about a commercial vehicle accident compared to a typical car accident? The Zimmerman Law Firm P.C. regularly represents...
Continue ReadingCar accidents can occur at any moment, leaving victims confused and injured. If you are working with an attorney or insurance company, they will ask for a car accident report. These reports carry significant weight and can help determine the outcome of a lawsuit. But many people don’t know how to get a police report for a car accident....
Continue ReadingMail delivery trucks serve a valuable purpose and make our lives easier. Yet, these large trucks can cause significant damage when they collide with another vehicle or pedestrian. Since 2020, United States Postal Service contractors have been in 68 deadly crashes that killed 79 people. What’s more, companies like UPS and FedEx have been involved in thousands of accidents...
Continue ReadingWalmart is one of the largest employers in Texas, as well as in the United States. With 508 Walmart stores, 85 Sam’s Club stores, and 19 distribution centers, the company currently employs over 170,000 people in Texas. Because they have so many employees, there are thousands of Texas Walmart work-related injuries every year. Walmart employees work as cashiers, stockers,...
Continue ReadingHow long does it take to get a settlement check from a car accident? It will typically take six weeks from the date you signed the settlement agreement to receive your car accident settlement check. If you were involved in a car accident in Texas, you are probably anxiously awaiting your settlement money. However, there are several factors that may...
Continue ReadingWhen you get in a car accident, sometimes you suffer a personal injury. Other times, you experience total loss in the form of property damage. Typically, the property damage that you suffer is some form of damage to your car. In Texas, the person who is to blame for an accident bears the liability for the damage that the...
Continue ReadingMost people immediately turn to the internet for answers when seeking legal assistance. It is particularly true for victims of personal injuries, who may urgently need to find an experienced Waco personal injury attorney. You’ll receive many directories, paid ads, and reviews if you type “best personal injury lawyer near me” into a search engine. So how do you...
Continue ReadingWhen you need legal assistance, especially in the wake of a truck accident, the overwhelming number of lawyer listings can make finding the best truck accident lawyer feel daunting. It’s even more frustrating when these rankings are filled with “pay-for-play” directories rather than actual lawyers renowned for their legal skills or client satisfaction. Pay-for-play directories refer to rankings where...
Continue ReadingFor many personal injury cases, it is clear there is one party to blame for the accident. However, in more complex accident cases, there may be more than one person or entity at fault, including the plaintiff themselves. When multiple parties may be at fault, it is important to know which negligence doctrine your state adopts. In this article,...
Continue ReadingIf you are injured on the job while employed in the state of Texas, you may be eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim to cover the expenses associated with your injury. Not all Texas employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance, and it is important to understand your options. According to the most recent statistics from the...
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