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Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Gabrielle Becker, attorney  When we think about dangerous behavior while riding in the car, most of us think about speeding, not wearing a seatbelt, or causing distractions. And while those things matter (a lot), there are everyday habits and objects inside your car that can quietly increase your risk of serious injury during an accident.  The tricky

Author: Shelby Benavidez   Contributing Attorney: Jason Ferguson, attorney in Austin, Texas   Sharing the road with an 18-wheeler in Austin can feel intimidating – and for good reason. With major highways like I-35, Highway 183, MoPac, and SH-130 running through Central Texas, Austin sees a constant flow of commercial truck traffic. These massive vehicles can weigh up to 80,000 pounds when fully loaded, dwarfing

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Justin Jackson, attorney Most drivers don’t think much about their headlights until something goes wrong. Maybe the road suddenly feels darker than it should, or an oncoming car’s lights are so bright you feel like you just got an X-ray. Headlights are easy to forget about on a day-to-day basis, but they play one of

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Professional: Linda McMillan, Public Communications Director   For small or growing personal injury firms, building a strong reputation can feel like a big challenge. Larger firms have established brands, media recognition, and dedicated marketing teams. Smaller firms may not have the same resources, but that doesn’t mean they can’t compete. With thoughtful marketing, even a small team can demonstrate expertise, earn trust, and stand out

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Glenn Starks, partner It usually happens in seconds. Traffic slows, someone taps their brakes, and suddenly there’s the sound of metal crunching, tires screeching, and cars colliding from multiple directions. When more than two vehicles are involved, the chaos can feel overwhelming. You may not even know who hit you or how many cars were

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Spencer Smith, attorney  If you ride a motorcycle (or share the road with someone who does), it doesn’t take long to realize that motorcycling is different from driving a car. There’s a sense of freedom that comes with riding, but there’s also a higher level of risk. Motorcycles offer little physical protection, which means even a minor mistake or moment