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How to Obtain a Copy of a Texas Traffic Crash Report
You can request a copy of your Texas crash report through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Crash Report Online Purchase System, by mail using Form CR-91, or in person through the law enforcement agency that investigated the wreck. Officers have up to 10 days…
Causation and Fault: Understanding Texas Personal Injury Law
In Texas, injured parties must prove their negligence claims to recover damages, by demonstrating that the responsible party owed a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused their injuries. Among these requirements, causation is perhaps the most critical. “Causation” is the legal term for…
Avoiding Fines: Understanding Texas’ Front and Rear License Plate Laws
In Texas, vehicles are mandated to display both front and rear license plates. This requirement is intended to enhance safety by aiding law enforcement in vehicle identification and facilitating toll operations and traffic monitoring. While the dual plate system offers benefits, such as quicker identification…
The Never-Ending Bill—Your Rights Against a Dishonest Mechanic
It is an all-too-well known situation. You bring your vehicle in for servicing or repair, only to be saddled with a bill much larger than originally quoted, with more work done than agreed to. Worse, you now are told if you fail to pay this…
Understanding Utility Companies’ Duties for Downed Power Lines in Texas
In Texas, utility companies are charged with several duties owed to the public, among which includes certain obligations to address downed power lines under its control. As set forth below, these duties are designed to ensure public safety and maintain reliable electrical service. Importantly, when…
Low Speed Car Crashes Still Bring Risks of Bodily Injury
Millions of cars pass through from week to week, perhaps if not daily. As a result of the traffic volume, car crashes are common. Naturally, a sizable percentage of those crashes are low-impact collisions. However, even in impacts that happen at low speeds or appear…
Knowing What Documents a Freight Broker Must Keep Helps Wage Targeted Discovery
Freight brokers, who serve as intermediaries between shippers and carriers, must adhere to specific record-keeping requirements to comply with regulations, ensure accurate accounting, and maintain efficient operations. Among others, below are essential record-keeping requirements for freight brokers. Having awareness of these required documents is useful…
The Role of Federal Regulatory Agencies in Chemical Safety
In the United States, regulatory agencies play a critical role in evaluating chemical safety to protect public health, the environment, and workers. These agencies must work together to share knowledge and create a systematic approach to chemical safety. This cooperation is vital due to chemicals’…
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