Spinal injuries can significantly diminish victims’ quality of life. They can affect relationships and careers while confining people to wheelchairs. Some patients require lifelong medical support.
Auto manufacturers have introduced a multitude of technologies to make the driving experience more comfortable, enjoyable and safe. Crash avoidance systems, GPS, backup cameras and other innovations are preventing injuries and saving lives. One of the most influential of these modern technologies is the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Your vehicle’s seatbelts are its most important safety features. They can prevent injuries in minor crashes and save lives in serious collisions.
Unfortunately, high-speed accidents are still likely to cause injuries – even to those who buckle up. The neck is particularly vulnerable. Many victims face overwhelming debt due to medical bills, time off work and other losses.
Commercial truck accidents can be devastating for victims and their families. Due to their size and weight, big rigs can cleave a path of destruction.
In 2013, at least 4,186 people died in truck wrecks, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Most of them were occupants in passenger vehicles.
Sending a text message while driving may seem like an innocent gesture, but distracted driving is a leading cause of death in the United States. According to Distraction.gov, 3,154 people died because of distracted driving in 2013. Although cell phone use is responsible for a significant number of these crashes, passengers can draw a driver’s attention long enough to cause a serious wreck.
Distracted driving is a growing problem in the United States. It killed 3,154 motorists in 2013, according to Distraction.gov.
Texas has unique laws that apply to commercial drivers. For example, CMV drivers can receive a DWI if their blood-alcohol contact is 0.04 percent or higher, while the legal limit for regular drivers is 0.08 percent. They must also complete specialized training to receive a commercial driver’s license.
Fatal car wrecks are devastating for families. Those who are fortunate enough to escape with injuries often face an uphill climb to recovery.
According to Section 392.16 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, commercial motor vehicle drivers must wear seatbelts. Safety belts not only protect the driver in the event of an accident, but they also keep other road users safe by giving the trucker more control of the vehicle.
Texas may not be famous for its winter weather, but the occasional cold front can lead to panic on the roads. If you plan to travel north, or if you just want to be prepared for Mother Nature’s worst, then you should learn how to operate a vehicle safely in wintery conditions.
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Disclaimer: The following are representative verdicts and settlements obtained by The Cooper Law Firm for its clients. The value of a personal injury claim is highly dependent on the facts of each individual case and the severity of the injuries sustained. As such, the following should not be considered a guarantee of a particular result in any potential case or claim.
INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT
Death
18-WHEELER WRECK
Death
18-WHEELER WRECK
Brain/Neck Injury
18-WHEELER WRECK
Neck Injury
INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT
Scaffold Collapse
Cooper Law Firm handles cases throughout the state of Texas and Oklahoma.
