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Are Self-Driving Cars Safe? Understanding Risks, Benefits, and Regulations
March 25, 2026
Key Takeaways Self-driving cars use sensors and software to control steering, braking, and speed, but most systems still require driver supervision. Automated features reduce some crashes, especially rear-end collisions linked to distraction. Rain, construction zones, and complex Dallas traffic can reduce sensor accuracy. Driver misuse and software limitations contribute to...
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Hit and Run Consequences: Charges, Penalties, and Long-Term Effects
March 23, 2026
Key Takeaways Leaving the scene of a car accident in Fort Worth can lead to criminal charges. Property damage cases may result in Class C or Class B misdemeanors. Accidents involving injury can lead to felony charges and prison time. Convictions may bring fines, probation, restitution, and civil lawsuits. A...
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Common Mistakes to Avoid After a Car Accident in Dallas
March 18, 2026
Key Takeaways Leaving the scene or skipping reports can cause legal and claim problems. Delayed medical care weakens the connection between injuries and the crash. Evidence disappears quickly without photos, witnesses, or saved footage. Insurance delays often reduce claim value. Early settlements rarely cover full losses. Car accidents across Dallas...
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Car Accident No Insurance Situations: What Dallas Drivers Should Know
March 18, 2026
Key Takeaways Driving without insurance violates Texas law and creates serious financial risk. Texas follows a fault-based system, so the at-fault driver pays damages. Uninsured motorist coverage may fill coverage gaps after a Dallas crash. Claims still require proof of fault, damages, and timely action. Dallas roadways see constant traffic...
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What Happens If Someone Else Is Driving My Car And Gets In An Accident?
January 26, 2026
Car accidents already feel overwhelming, and uncertainty often increases when a friend or family member drives your vehicle at the time of the crash. At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we regularly hear one pressing concern after these situations: what happens if someone else is driving my car and gets...
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How Car Accident Witnesses Can Strengthen Your Claim
January 26, 2026
After a Fort Worth collision, Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP helps families regain control while medical bills grow and insurers push back. A car accident witness often becomes the turning point when fault is disputed. Someone with no connection to either driver can describe speed, signals, and reactions in real...
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Senior Drivers and Car Accidents: How These Numbers Could Strengthen Your Claim
December 19, 2025
Understanding how senior drivers fit into Texas crash statistics can shape the strength of your injury claim. Many people want to know what percentage of car accidents are caused by older drivers and how age-related factors influence liability. While age alone never determines fault, accident patterns involving adults over 65...
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Police Car Crash: How to Protect Your Rights and Seek Compensation
December 19, 2025
A collision involving a police cruiser in Fort Worth creates unique challenges for injured drivers and passengers. Even trained officers can speed, misjudge distance, or become distracted, which increases the risk of severe harm during a police car accident. Our team at Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP understands how overwhelming...
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What Is Considered a Minor Car Accident?
December 04, 2025
At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we often hear from Fort Worth drivers who want to understand what defines a minor car accident. Generally, it’s a low-speed collision—often a simple fender bender—where vehicles sustain minimal visible damage and remain drivable. Injuries in these crashes are usually mild, such as whiplash,...
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How Do I Select a Lawyer for a Car Accident Claim?
December 03, 2025
A car accident can turn your life upside down, and choosing the right lawyer can make all the difference in your recovery and peace of mind. To learn how to find a lawyer for car accident cases, look for firms that offer free consultations. Important evaluation points include the attorney’s...
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Avoiding Road Rage: A Comprehensive Guide
December 03, 2025
Aggressive driving on Texas roads often leads to car accidents, serious injuries, and costly legal issues. At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we have helped many victims who suffered harm because another driver lost control of their emotions. You can avoid a contributor to road rage by planning ahead, leaving...
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What Happens When You Reject an Insurance Settlement Offer: Key Consequences to Consider
November 19, 2025
Rejecting a settlement from an insurance company can feel intimidating, especially when dealing with the aftermath of a car accident. Understanding what happens when you reject an insurance settlement offer is essential before making any decision. In Texas, declining a settlement does not end your claim; it simply opens the...
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What to Do After a Car Accident in Texas
November 12, 2025
Knowing what to do after a car accident in Texas can protect your health and your claim. Crashes happen suddenly, and those first moments feel overwhelming, but your quick actions can shape recovery.
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What Is the Safest Seating Position in a Car During a Crash?
November 12, 2025
The safest seat in a car for children under 13 is the back seat, especially the rear middle seat, because it’s farthest from airbags and impact zones. For every passenger, using proper restraints consistently makes the back seat safer in crashes. That single decision can mean the difference between a...
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What Is The Difference Between Careless And Reckless Driving?
October 29, 2025
The difference between reckless and careless driving is more than just a matter of wording—it can determine whether you walk away with a traffic ticket or face a criminal record. While both terms describe unsafe conduct, the law in Texas treats them very differently. Recklessness points to a deliberate disregard...
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Can You File a Claim if Your Policy Was Active at the Time of a Texas Car Accident?
October 17, 2025
Car accidents often raise urgent questions about insurance coverage, especially when timing creates uncertainty. Many drivers ask, Can I file a claim if my insurance policy is canceled but was active at the time of an accident? In most cases, if your policy was valid at the moment of the...
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Common Crash Risks When Driving at Night in Texas
December 20, 2022
Car crashes are a reality of driving, especially at night. This may seem surprising since there is less traffic on the roads for most of the evening hours. Yet, the National Safety Council says that as much as 50 percent of all traffic deaths occur after dark.
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Telling a Doctor About Your Injuries After a Car Crash
December 07, 2022
There are many types of injuries accident victims may suffer during a car crash. Unfortunately, not all of them are visible. Seeking medical care immediately is a vital part of protecting your health. However, how you describe your symptoms is also a key factor in helping you get the right...
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Factors to Consider Before Settling a Car Crash Lawsuit in Texas
July 21, 2022
The process of an accident claim is complicated and can be extremely overwhelming for the victims who are still recovering from the incident. As medical bills pile up while you are unable to work due to your injuries, the insurance company is likely going to offer some compensation, so you...
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Can Dashcam Footage Be Used in a Texas Injury Claim?
December 09, 2021
Determining fault for some accidents may be more complicated than it is for others and could require more evidence to prove who caused the crash. For example, dashcam footage may provide strong proof of the cause of a crash and/or the other driver’s negligent actions.
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Can A Restaurant or Bars Be Held Liable for a Drunk Driving Crash?
November 22, 2019
While drunk drivers who cause accidents are financially responsible for the damages they cause, victims may also be able to pursue claims against the bar, restaurant, nightclub or other establishment that served the drunk driver alcohol before he or she got behind the wheel.
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Symptoms of a Delayed Car Accident Injury
August 08, 2018
After a car accident, you may have adrenaline rushing through your body that masks the symptoms of many types of injuries. In fact, auto accident victims may not discover their injury for hours or days after the collision.
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U.S. Traffic Deaths Up 7.7 Percent in 2015
July 15, 2016
An estimated 35,200 people lost their lives on U.S. roadways in 2015. Total traffic deaths rose 7.7 percent over the previous year, according to preliminary data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This increase is the highest year-over-year increase in the past 50 years, according to the...
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New Report: Texas 4th for Worst Drivers in the United States
December 03, 2015
A study conducted by carinsurancecomparison.com has identified the states with the worst drivers. For the second year in a row, Texas has come in at number four for the worst drivers in the country. The study analyzed data from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Its criteria included: Traffic fatality rate...
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Is Distracted Driving Fueling a Push Toward Autonomous Cars?
November 18, 2015
A new study from Mobil-eye shows that the threat of distracted driving may be helping fuel growing support for autonomous vehicles in the United States. About one third of those surveyed said they would feel safer with autonomous vehicles on the road. More than half of those surveyed claim that...
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