Personal Injury, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?
Many people who obtain settlements in personal injury cases have enormous concerns about their potential tax liability. When you need help navigating these types of issues, make sure to contact an Austin personal injury lawyer. People who receive settlements after a car accident or another injury are dealing with these kinds of concerns when they […]
Personal Injury, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Personal Injury: 6 Things You Must Consider After an Accident
Here are 6 things you must consider after a personal injury accident so you’ll be able to recover from your losses faster and get the compensation you deserve. 1. Medical Treatment Always seek treatment and follow the medical protocol given to you by your doctors. Whiplash is one type of injury, for instance, that gets […]
Personal Injury Questions Archives
What to Ask In A Free Consultation with A Personal Injury Lawyer
The first consultation with an attorney can be nerve-racking, and you should consider in advance the questions you need to ask. Always ask any specific questions to find the right personal injury attorneys in Austin. It is difficult to know the exact questions you should ask in order to properly assess whether a personal injury […]
Car Accident Information, Car Accidents, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Major Car Accident vs Minor Car Accident
What Is Considered a Minor Car Accident? A minor car accident is where no one gets hurt and low damage to the car, minor accidents may not be serious, some people think that a minor car accident would not be worth claiming. A major accident is a complete opposite, which involves injuries and serious damage. […]
Car Accidents, Personal Injury Questions Archives
The Safest Forms Of Transportation
Summer is upon us and many families will soon pack their bags and head off for a fun and relaxing vacation over the coming weeks and months. The Austin personal injury attorneys at Terry & Kelly, PLLC understand that media coverage can impact the way many people think when considering the safest form of travel for […]
Car Accident Information, Personal Injury Questions Archives
How Soon After I’m Injured Do I Have To File A Lawsuit?
The time frame for filing a lawsuit after an injury: If you were injured through the fault of somebody else in any kind of an accident in Texas, you’ll want to pay particular attention to the applicable statute of limitations. A statute of limitations in a personal injury case operates as a deadline for filing […]
Car Accidents, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Why Do I Need An Attorney With Experience In Spinal Cord Injury Cases?
So you have a spinal cord injury. What is the next step? Should you handle your own case when you decide to sue the guilty party? How much compensation is fair to ask for or receive? These are some serious questions. Do you know how to answer them? Here are some other things to consider: […]
Personal Injury Questions Archives, Premises Liability
Overgrown Shrubs Blocking 40% of Sidewalks in Austin
Lack of visibility, create traffic hazards. With months of above average rainfall, it’s no surprise that overgrown shrubbery is taking over Austin’s sidewalks. In fact, the city of Austin states that addressing overgrown shrubs is necessary to clear up more than 40% of the city’s sidewalks – making them safer and more accessible to all.
Drunk Driving Accidents, Personal Injury Questions Archives, Wrongful Death
Drug Use Leading to More Impaired Driving Accidents
Everyone is familiar with the nationwide problem of drunk driving. However, driving under the influence of illegal and prescription drugs is a lesser-known form of impaired driving that contributes to many, if not more, automobile accidents each year. And just like drunk driving, drugged driving often leads to the serious injury or death of others. […]
Car Accident Information, Distracted Driving, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Pay By Phone Parking Coming to Downtown Austin
Beginning in late March 2016, an app called ParkX will allow drivers in downtown Austin, Texas to pay for parking meters electronically. This will remove the need to use cash or credit cards, as drivers will be able to pay using their smartphones instead. The benefits of this new program are apparent, as it will […]