Texting and driving have become the leading causes of accidents across the United States. With the rise of smartphones, drivers are increasingly distracted by their devices, leading to severe and sometimes fatal accidents. In response, Texas lawmakers have introduced laws to combat this dangerous behavior. Drivers who violate these laws can be held legally responsible […]

A catastrophic injury can have profound physical, emotional, and financial consequences. While compensation cannot undo the damage, it can provide vital resources for medical care, lost income, and stability during recovery. Understanding policy limits and your injury claim is crucial to maximizing compensation in these situations. Pursuing a personal injury claim seeks financial restitution, and […]

Car accidents are a major concern in Houston, Texas, due to its high population, extensive road network, and heavy traffic. Understanding Houston car accident statistics can offer valuable insights for drivers, policymakers, and anyone interested in road safety. At The Mejia Law Firm, each Houston car accident lawyer is here to help you navigate these […]

Losing a loved one as a result of negligence will impact your family for life. Texas law allows specific family members to seek compensation to recuperate the financial losses they may experience due to a loved one’s death. While money is never a replacement for the loss, it provides a financial avenue to move forward. […]

If you have been injured in Texas due to someone else’s negligence, you likely understand the physical toll it takes. Broken bones, cuts, and bruises are visible signs of harm. Yet, what about the invisible wounds – the emotional pain, the loss of enjoyment in life, and the mental anguish? These are the intangible damages […]

There is no set timeline for an auto accident claim.  This is because no two car accident cases are quite the same.   Settling a claim can take a few weeks, months, or even years to finally reach a resolution.  What matters most is the complexity of the circumstances. Simpler cases can usually be settled relatively […]

Both Texas and the nation rely on trucking companies to provide a valuable service. They not only keep our economy afloat, but they also keep consumer goods flowing down our highway systems. With this level of activity, the responsibility falls on the owners and operators of 18-wheelers to keep themselves and everyone sharing the road […]

All professions can have work injuries. In fact, in the city of Houston and the state of Texas, the rate of workplace injuries is even higher than the national average due to Houston having many dangerous industries. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 2021 saw 5,190 fatal […]

If you have been in a car accident, it is important to know the signs of a broken rib after a car accident. If your ribs are: sore, it is more difficult to breathe, or it hurts to take a deep breath, you should seek medical care to determine if you have any rib fractures […]

Being pregnant requires extra health and safety considerations to offer the most advantageous developmental period for a fetus to mature into a thriving, healthy newborn. An expecting parent takes these precautions as part of daily life for the well-being of a child. However, preventing every threat is impossible, particularly when a Houston car accident threatens […]