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Rainy Winter Ahead: How to Drive Safely
Due to a strong influence from El Niño, a periodic warming of the equatorial eastern Pacific Ocean, this winter season is predicted to have more rainfall than usual. We’ve already experienced some heavy rainfall and flooding this season and Austin’s weather is only expected to get worse as the temperature drops and we move further […]
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How to Stay Safe This Holiday Season
While the holiday season should be happy and joyous, the truth is that it is also a time when numerous accidents occur. Even though the majority of people are careful, many find themselves facing life-changing situations. In order to keep you and your family safe this holiday season, here are a few tips to keep […]
Personal Injury Questions Archives, Truck Accidents Archives
Intermodal Containers in Semi Truck Collisions
The term “Intermodal” refers to using two or more means of transporting large containers of freight. These shipping containers are filled at the beginning of their journey and are unpacked once they reach their final destination. These are the containers you see bolted to rail cars or truck trailers being transported across the country or […]
Car Accidents, Distracted Driving, Personal Injury Questions Archives
Don’t Eat And Drive! Top 10 Most Dangerous Foods
In our on-the-go world, multitasking while driving is common. Many drivers try to save time by eating while driving. Unfortunately, drivers who eat and drive often fail to give proper attention to their driving and can cause accidents. Studies show that over 70% of drivers admit to eating while driving and 83% drink beverages while […]
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Dog Bites Increasing in Austin
So far this year, there have been more than 1,000 dog bites reported in Austin. If this trend continues at the same rate, Austin will see the highest number of reported dog bites ever in 2015. According to city data, the number of dog bites has been increasing every year since 2007. With all of […]
Car Accidents, Personal Injury Questions Archives, Wrongful Death
Could This Be Austin’s Deadliest Year?
Austin, Texas was the village of Waterloo until it became the state capital in 1839, and it’s been growing ever since. It is the 11th most populated city in the U.S., the second largest capital city in the country (only after Phoenix, Arizona), the fourth largest city in the state, and has a growing population […]
Personal Injury Questions Archives, Premises Liability
Help, I’ve Been Injured At A Waterpark
Waterparks are a great way to beat the Austin heat, but can also result in serious injuries. Slip-and-fall injuries can happen at waterparks, along with heat-related illnesses and drowning. If you are injured at a waterpark, do you know who should be held liable? If you are hurt, it is vital you understand your legal […]
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Fiat Chrysler Forced To Buy Back Faulty Vehicles
A recent report released by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration included a mandate for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to initiate a vehicle buyback program due to its failure to complete a 2013 recall. This recall relates to the Ram truck and Dodge SUV vehicle lines that pose a danger to the public. Specifically, these […]
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Google’s Self Driving Cars Hitting Austin’s Roads
Have you ever seen a driverless (or self-driving) car? It may sound crazy, but they exist and may soon be driving all over the country. Presently, they are only located in a few target areas and are still in the testing phase. One of the main companies working on this technology is Google. Google has […]
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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 […]