Herbert Trial Law

When the Insurance Company Asks for a Recorded Statement

When the insurance company asks for a recorded statement, do you have to provide one? The short answer: No, you don’t have to provide a recorded statement after a car accident.  After an accident, it’s normal to deal with an insurance company because you want to recover compensation for your damages. One part of the… Continue reading When the Insurance Company Asks for a Recorded Statement

Do My Insurance Rates Rise If The Car Accident Wasn’t My Fault?

Being seriously injured in a car accident is a painful experience, typically requiring a long road to recovery. One injury, that hits your wallet, is rising insurance premiums. In some cases, it’s even more painful than the physical injury as rising insurance premiums won’t lower for 3-5 years after the accident. So, if you have… Continue reading Do My Insurance Rates Rise If The Car Accident Wasn’t My Fault?

What Does Yield Mean in Driving? Understanding Traffic Rules

As a driver, you might have come across various road signs that direct you on how to navigate the roads safely. One of the most common but often misunderstood rules of the road is the ‘yield’ sign. What does yield mean in driving, and why is it crucial to adhere to its instruction? Let’s delve… Continue reading What Does Yield Mean in Driving? Understanding Traffic Rules

Understanding Comparative Negligence in Texas

Texas, like other states in the United States, maintains a unique set of legal principles to manage personal injury cases. One of the most significant of these is the concept of comparative negligence, also known as proportionate responsibility. To fully understand this principle, one must look into Texas negligence laws. Moreover, it’s important to understand… Continue reading Understanding Comparative Negligence in Texas

Distracted Driving & Advanced Car Features

Every year, car manufacturers release new models with advanced features. Ideally, these features help drivers accomplish something more safely. However, some features lead to distracted driving cases.  There’s a good deal of debate over whether certain features are safe or necessary, and this conversation is not new. In the 1980s, the Army commissioned a study… Continue reading Distracted Driving & Advanced Car Features

The Texas Total Loss Statute: What Determines a Total Loss in Texas?

Don’t let the Texas total loss statute ruin your day. When someone else’s negligence causes your car accident, you need a team of attorneys that’s ready to win! Schedule a consultation with our team today.  Car wrecks take a toll on your day, but when the insurance company tries to give you the runaround on… Continue reading The Texas Total Loss Statute: What Determines a Total Loss in Texas?