A pedestrian can face legal and financial responsibility when pedestrian actions directly trigger a collision, although Texas law still evaluates every party’s conduct before assigning fault. At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, we often speak with Fort Worth residents asking what happens if a pedestrian...
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Being sued after a crash is one of those situations nobody expects, and when it happens, it can feel overwhelming. You may worry about your finances, your reputation, and how to even begin responding. Many Texans search for what to do if someone sues...
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Drivers across Texas may not even realize they’re doing it, but what is a rolling stop? It’s when a vehicle slows down at a stop sign or red light but doesn’t completely halt before entering the intersection. It might feel like a minor shortcut,...
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Key Takeaways Texas generally allows right turns on red after a complete stop and yielding. A posted sign prohibiting right on red makes the turn illegal. Texas Transportation Code Section 544.007 regulates required red-light stopping behavior. Illegal right turns may result in fines...
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Key Takeaways Texas officers may run license plates without reasonable suspicion or probable cause. Courts treat license plates as public information not protected by the Fourth Amendment. Police cannot initiate a stop unless a plate scan reveals a legal issue. Automated License Plate Readers...
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At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, we know just how disorienting a car accident can be—especially when you’re left asking, “I was reversing and a car hit me,” and wondering what comes next. You’re not alone in this situation, and you’re not automatically at fault....
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A diminished value claim in Texas lets vehicle owners recover compensation for the drop in their car’s market value after an accident, even when all visible damage has been repaired. At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, we know that many clients feel blindsided when they...
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Airbags saved an estimated 39,976 lives from 1987 to 2012, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These devices also lower the risk of hitting your head or upper body on the dashboard or other areas inside your car during an accident. However,...
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A lot of car insurance companies offer tracking devices drivers can install in their vehicles to potentially reduce their premiums. Essentially, these tracking devices reward drivers for safe driving. However, insurance companies are focused on their bottom lines. That raises the question: what else...
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If you’ve ever been caught in heavy traffic around Fort Worth, especially after an accident or during a highway slowdown, the temptation to bypass the jam by using the shoulder can be strong. You might even ask yourself, Is it legal for you to...
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Experiencing nausea or vomiting after a car crash is common but sometimes it may be a sign of a serious medical condition, such as concussion or internal injury. It is important to seek medical attention promptly to protect your health. Injuries like these are...
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Have you ever driven at night and reached up to switch on your car’s dome light, maybe to search for something that fell? You might have paused, wondering, Is it illegal to drive with interior lights on? That question pops up often among Texas...
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Many drivers put on headphones, thinking it helps them focus. Maybe you’re listening to a podcast on your way to work or trying to block out road noise. That raises a question we often hear: Is it illegal to drive with headphones? In Texas,...
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At Anderson & Cummings, we understand that Texas driving laws can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a parent with a teenager eager to get behind the wheel. A common question we hear is, How old do you have to be to drive, and more...
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At Anderson & Cummings, we understand that a car accident can throw your life into chaos, especially if insurance isn’t part of the equation. It’s no surprise that one of the first concerns we hear is, Is it illegal to drive without insurance? In...
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