Entries by The Law Office of Brian Brunson, PLLC

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What Should I Do If the Driver Who Hit Me Doesn’t Have Insurance?

Being involved in a car accident is stressful enough without discovering that the driver who caused the crash does not have auto insurance. Unfortunately, uninsured drivers are involved in accidents every day, leaving injured people wondering how they will pay for medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other losses. If you have been hit by an […]

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Understanding Compensation: Economic vs. Non-Economic Damages

After an auto accident, the financial impact can extend far beyond the cost of repairing or replacing a vehicle. Injuries may result in medical bills, missed work, ongoing treatment, pain, and significant changes to a person’s daily life. When pursuing an auto accident claim, damages are generally divided into two broad categories: economic damages and […]

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How Medical Records and Receipts Affect Your Car Accident Claim

After a car accident, your health should be your first priority. But if you later pursue a personal injury claim, the medical records and receipts you collect can also play an important role in establishing the extent of your injuries and the financial losses you experienced. Medical Records Help Document Your Injuries Medical records provide […]

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Driver Fatigue and Truck Accidents: What You Need to Know

Truck accidents often cause devastating injuries and significant property damage. While many factors can contribute to 18-wheeler crashes, driver fatigue is one of the most serious—and most common causes. When a truck driver is too tired to operate a vehicle safely, the consequences can be severe. Why Driver Fatigue Is Dangerous Driving while fatigued can […]

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What Is Negligence and How Does It Affect Your Accident Case?

When you are injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, one of the most important legal questions is whether someone else was negligent. Negligence is a fundamental concept in Texas personal injury law, and proving negligence can be essential to recovering compensation for your injuries and losses. What Is Negligence? In general, negligence occurs […]

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Why Truck Accident Claims Often Result in Higher Settlements

Accidents involving 18-wheerls often cause devastating injuries and extensive property damage. Because commercial trucks are significantly larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, collisions involving tractor-trailers, delivery trucks, and other commercial vehicles can result in serious or catastrophic injuries. For these reasons, truck accident claims often result in higher settlements than typical car accident claims. More […]

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The Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Texas

Motorcycle accidents can result in some of the most serious injuries. Unlike passenger vehicles, motorcycles offer riders little protection in a collision. Even when wearing a helmet and other protective gear, a motorcyclist can suffer broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, road rash, or other life-changing injuries. Driver Inattention One of the most […]

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Federal Trucking Regulations Every Texas Driver Should Know

Texas highways are heavily traveled by commercial trucks, including tractor-trailers, tankers, delivery vehicles, and other large commercial motor vehicles. Because of their size and weight, truck crashes can result in devastating injuries and significant property damage. Federal trucking regulations are designed to reduce these risks, and understanding them can be important for both Texas drivers […]

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How Dash Cam Footage Can Strengthen Your Accident Injury Case

When determining who was responsible for an accident, evidence can make all the difference. One increasingly valuable source of evidence is dash cam footage. Video captured before, during, and immediately after a collision can provide objective information that may strengthen an accident injury claim. Provides an Objective Account of the Accident After a crash, drivers […]