Which Houston Highways Have the Worst Accidents (2024)
Interstate 45 (I-45) I-45 is a ribbon of highway connecting some of Texas’ major cities and ports for 285 miles. This road cuts through the middle of Houston and is a significant route for commuters traveling north to south. Additionally, it is a considerable freight corridor for goods entering the U.S. through the city and […]
Texas Fatal Car Accident Facts and Statistics (2024)
Texas Car Accident Deaths The COVID-19 pandemic kept people off the roads in 2020, resulting in a notable decrease in car accidents, although the number of people who died in those crashes went up. Car accident fatalities have decreased slightly since 2021, with only a 1% rise in 2022. Between 2022 and 2023, the state […]
Understanding Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Insurance (UIM) in Texas Explained (and Why You Need It)
Your auto insurance policy might provide some coverage for repairs or medical expenses following an accident with an underinsured driver. In fact, Texas auto policies all include personal injury protection (PIP) insurance to cover medical costs, lost wages, and other expenses for the policyholder. If you opt out of purchasing PIP, you must submit your […]
Top Causes of Car Accidents in Texas (2024) & Legal Options
Car accidents happen for a variety of reasons and, unfortunately, are not uncommon occurrences in Texas. After a wreck involving injuries, it is important to connect with a Texas car accident lawyer. You can trust The Mejia Law Firm to present you with your legal options and fight to help you recover compensation for your […]
How Car Accident Lawsuits in Texas Work
You suffered serious injuries in a car crash somewhere in Houston. Now, not only do you have mounting medical bills, but you can’t make ends meet in light of the significant lost wages you’re accumulating. What do you do? You may realize that taking legal action is the best course of action when you suffer […]
What To Do When the Adjuster Won’t Return Your Calls After a Houston Car Accident
You’re injured, out of work, and you need help sooner rather than later. But now that you’ve gotten the ball rolling on your injury claim, you can’t get ahold of the adjuster in charge of your case. As deadlines loom and your financial needs become more and more complicated, do you know what to do […]
Auto Accident Settlement Timeline
There is no set timeline for an auto accident claim. No two cases are quite the same. Because there are so many factors unique to each case, a car accident claim can take a few weeks, months, or even years to finally reach a resolution. Simpler cases can usually be settled relatively quickly, while more […]
How Long Do You Have To Go to a Doctor After a Houston Car Accident?
After being involved in a car accident, the car accident lawyers at the Mejia Law Firm recommend seeking medical care as soon as possible. Many serious injuries have symptoms that develop over time, and the severity of your condition might not be immediately apparent. You have several options for seeing a doctor after a car […]
Identifying a Concussion After a Car Accident
You were involved in a car accident. At the time, it didn’t seem like anyone suffered serious injuries. But in the days following your crash, you’ve begun to notice a few troubling symptoms. You’re trying to remember—Did I hit my head in the accident? If this sounds like what happened to you, you’re likely asking […]
What You Need To Know About How Uber Drivers Are Insured
Rideshares have become a vital part of the Texas transportation system, filling in the gaps created by lackluster public transportation and the high cost of owning a vehicle. However, it is important to remember that rideshare drivers, including those who work for Uber, are not professionally trained drivers. To become an Uber driver, you only […]