Motorcyclists in Sugar Land, TX, face serious risks every time they ride. Unlike drivers in enclosed vehicles, riders have no structural protection between them and the road, which means collisions often result in severe, life-altering injuries. If you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash, understanding the most common motorcycle accident injuries […]
A collision with a commercial truck is not the same as a typical car accident. The vehicles are larger, the injuries are often more severe, and the legal landscape is significantly more complex. If you or a loved one has been involved in one of these crashes in Sugar Land, TX, Reed & Terry Law […]
Key Takeaways Move to safety and call 911 before doing anything else at the crash scene. Texas law requires drivers to exchange information and report certain crashes to authorities. Photograph the full scene, including truck markings, road conditions, and all visible damage. Gaps in medical treatment can be used by insurance adjusters to reduce your […]
Key Takeaways Texas law bars children under 8 or shorter than 4’9″ from riding in the front seat. Child safety seats must match the child’s age, weight, and height per manufacturer guidelines. Front-seat airbags pose a serious, potentially fatal risk to young passengers in any crash. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children […]
Key Takeaways Move to safety, check for injuries, and call 911 after the crash. Avoid discussing fault at the scene or arguing with the other driver. Call the police and document the vehicles, road conditions, signs, and any visible injuries. Get the police report number and the contact information for the witnesses before leaving. Seek […]
Key Takeaways Texas law gives injured victims two years to file a personal injury claim, and missing that deadline ends your case. A lawyer’s local courtroom experience in Fort Bend County can directly influence negotiation outcomes and trial results. Attorneys who settle every case rather than litigate may accept lower offers that shortchange your recovery. […]
Key Takeaways A personal injury attorney manages every legal step after an injury caused by someone else’s negligence. Attorneys investigate your claim, gather evidence, and build a case before negotiations begin. Insurance companies often offer lowball settlements; an attorney knows how to push back effectively. Medical records and documentation are central to proving both liability […]
Key Takeaways Serious injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, or permanent disability almost always justify retaining a lawyer. Texas law prohibits insurers from failing to pursue fair settlements once liability is reasonably clear. Texas proportionate responsibility rules can reduce or eliminate your recovery if fault is disputed. Multi-party cases involving commercial vehicles or government […]
Sadly, the trucking industry hires a number of inexperienced and unfit drivers to operate their vehicles. The results can be tragic. If you were in a crash with an inexperienced truck driver, our legal teams in Sugar Land, Richmond, and Katy, TX, can help. I want to look at who is liable for truck crashes […]
A car accident can cause significant stress in your life. When it is not your fault, it can add insult to injury. I’m Jackson Reed, a principal partner at Reed & Terry, L.L.P., and I work with my other principal partner, Travis Terry, and the esteemed legal team that we have built. The skilled car […]
