More 18-Wheeler Accidents in Texas The Austin American-Statesman’s comprehensive investigation sheds light on the decline of commercial vehicle inspections in Texas, highlighting alarming trends and the consequences for road safety. On a routine morning, Austin police Sgt. Doug Floyd’s inspection of an 18-wheeler hauling rock exemplified the meticulous work needed to ensure commercial vehicles’ safety…
Social Media Use After an Accident: Legal Implications In today’s digital age, the use of social media is ubiquitous, with platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok serving as key avenues for personal expression and communication. However, following an accident, your social media use after an accident can have significant legal implications. Understanding these implications…
Texas Roads: More Dangerous Than You Think Recent studies reveal a troubling trend: Texas roads are deadlier than the national average. With 21 cities surpassing the national fatality rate and two of the top 10 deadliest U.S. interstates running through the state, Texas drivers face significant risks every day. Are You Sharing the Road with…
This guide should help you navigate the process of obtaining a car accident report in Austin. If you have any more questions or need further guidance, the Austin Police Department’s non-emergency helpline or website might offer additional assistance. What are the two different types of accident reports in Texas? In Texas, there are two different…
On a somber note, a wrongful death incident took place at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport when an employee from the city of Austin’s Aviation Department tragically lost their life. The employee was struck by a fuel storage vehicle on Tuesday morning, near the western end of Barbara Jordan Terminal. The specifics surrounding the wrongful death incident…
Wherever you are, if you’ve been injured in Austin, Texas, we can and will help. If you are looking for a trucking accidents lawyer in Austin, TX you have come to the right place. The Traub Law Office has provided skilled personal injury representation to clients in the Austin area since 2003. We handle a…
The National Transportation Safety Board has determined that a punctured tire caused the bus crash that killed 17 members of Houston’s Vietnamese Catholic Community last year. The August 2008 accident happened when a charter bus carrying 55 passengers to a retreat in Missouri plunged over a highway bridge in Sherman, about 60 miles north of…
Austin City Council members will vote next week on an ordinance that would prohibit text messaging while driving. If approved, it might be the first such citywide texting ban in Texas, officials said. Drivers could still text while a vehicle is stopped. But the ordinance would ban writing, sending or viewing electronic messages on a…
A 23-year-old Austin man who was charged with murder after a fatal wreck Monday had been convicted in three drunken driving cases and had gotten his license back just over a month ago, according to his arrest affidavit and court documents. Jaime Bonilla Alvarado, who also goes by Donnie Noel Bonilla, was charged with first-degree…