Helen Boone, 84, died this week in a two-car accident in Lubbock, Texas. An initial investigation completed today revealed that Boone drove her Lincoln sedan onto a busy street without realizing that a GMC pickup truck had the right of way – or that the driver did not expect Ms. Boone to violate his right of way and pull into his lane. By the time Ms. Boone was too far into Indiana Avenue’s oncoming traffic, the driver of the GMC was committed to going through his green light. The accident was catastrophic, and Ms. Boone died at a Lubbock-area hospital soon after the wreck.

As an attorney specializing in automobile accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death, I watch with concern at the growing number of elderly drivers who are involved in serious – and often fatal – accidents. Like very young drivers, older drivers tend to be responsible for a disproportionate share of accidents across Texas. Older drivers don’t intend to create a dangerous situation, but their decision to drive is often reckless, endangering the property and lives of other motorists.

Legal Commentary – Majed Nachawati – Author

If you’ve been involved in an accident with an elderly driver, you need someone who understands the nuances of dealing with an older tortfeasor. Legal actions such as discovery and taking depositions require a particular set of skills when the perpetrator of an accident is a senior citizen. Fortunately, the expertise and experience of our attorneys can help you sort through these particular legal challenges.

About the Author

Attorney Majed Nachawati, who grew up in the D/FW metroplex, provides experienced, vigorous counsel to victims like you. That’s why Mr. Nachawati has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and Top Lawyer in Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases across the nation. He has recovered millions for his clients and is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the American Association of Justice. To discuss your case with Mr. Nachawati, contact him by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584. His legal background is featured at:

http://www.superlawyers.com/texas/lawyer/Majed-Nachawati/78072729-2862-44a2-bde9-aafdeed8dba0.html

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For the second time in the month of October, a driver has died in a car accident on a Houston tollway. This morning, a two-car accident took the life of an SUV driver as he approached a Sam Houston Parkway tollbooth. The accident stalled traffic, stunned drivers, and shocked the family of the deceased.

Roadside distractions, including tollbooths, can contribute to accidents and, ultimately, cause property damage, personal injury, and death. How much did the presence of the Sam Houston Parkway tollbooth contribute to today’s accident? For victims and their families, that’s an extremely important question. The answer can impact your rights under the law and influence the likelihood that you can recover.

To protect your loved ones and achieve the justice you deserve, you should trust your automobile accident case to the experts at Fears | Nachawati. Whether your case requires accident reconstruction, hardnosed negotiation, or an effective litigation strategy, we have the experience and expertise to fight – and win – for you. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us fight for you.

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Private Gregory Anthony Salas died this week in a tragic automobile accident in Temple, Texas. A member of the 1^st Cavalry Division stationed in Fort Hood, Salas was a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the recipient of several individual and unit citations for his distinguished service. Salas deserved better than to die on a lonely stretch of Texas highway at the hands of a negligent driver.

Every week, dozens of Texans die in automobile accidents that are often as preventable as they are tragic. Alcohol consumption, sleep deprivation, in-car distractions like cell phones and radios, and improper vehicle maintenance are frequent contributors to today’s accidents. These accidents cause property damage, personal injury, and death – and in the process, change the lives of families just like yours.

You have legal rights worth protecting! If you’ve been in an automobile accident and suffered personal injury or property damage, you and your family deserve justice. Start your fight for justice today by contacting the automobile accident experts at Fears | Nachawati. With years of experience and litigation-tested expertise, we’re prepared to fight for you. Call 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com for your consultation!

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While it’s true that most Texas automobile accidents happen on the highway, off-roading can be dangerous. Tragically, last weekend an Amarillo family found out that off-road driving is sometimes fatal.

Kelly Bain and Randall Scott Rogers were travelling in a Polaris ATV on a ranch in the Texas panhandle on Saturday, tending deer, checking traps, and not thinking about the risks of off-road driving. Unfortunately, Bain, the driver, took a sharp turn and lost control of the ATV. Rogers, Bain’s passenger, was thrown from the vehicle and moments later, the vehicle landed on top of him, crushing him under its weight. Although Rogers was transported to a nearby hospital, his injuries killed him.

Whether you or a loved one are hurt in a motorcycle, ATV, automobile, or 18-wheeler accident, the questions are often same: who is responsible, can I recover, and how can my life ever return back to normal? The attorneys and experts at Fears | Nachawati are prepared to help you answer these challenging questions. If you’ve been hurt in an accident, you should give us a call. Our experience and expertise can help you. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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Last night, a Houston driver lost control of his GMC pickup while travelling at highway speeds, slamming into the highway’s retaining wall. The truck spun, coming to a rest in the middle of the highway. Stunned, the driver got out of his car and walked around the vehicle to inspect the damage. Moments later, the driver of a Toyota Avalon approached the truck at high speed. Although he tried to dodge the stalled, damaged truck, the Avalon driver clipped the truck, propelling it into the truck driver, killing him.

Fears | Nachawati protects accident victims and their families. If you’ve lost a loved one to a fatal automobile accident, you should know about your rights under the Texas wrongful death statute. As a bereaved relative, you have rights under the law. Talk to our accident experts today to find out what your next steps should be. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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Tragedy struck a Houston family this week when Susana Y. Zepeda in an automobile accident in west Harris County. Zepeda was driving her new Nissan Versa when she veered out of her lane, losing control and driving into a ditch. When her car hit the ditch, the Versa rolled over and struck several trees and a wrought iron fence. During the course of the accident Zepeda was thrown from the vehicle – and to her death.

Fears | Nachawati personal injury lawyers have extensive experience helping accident victims and their families recover from the insurance companies and negligent drivers who owe them compensation for property damage and personal injury. If you or a family member has been in an automobile accident, you need our commitment and expertise. To find out how we can defend your rights and protect your legal interests, contact us. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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David Morgan, a middle-aged San Antonio man, died tragically Saturday night when he lost control of his Cadillac SUV while driving on Loop 410. Morgan’s vehicle slammed into a culvert and flipped, throwing the driver through the car’s glass roof to a freeway ramp. Medical experts reported that Morgan died from multiple blunt force injuries.

Fears | Nachawati regularly handles the personal injury and property damage claims associated with SUVs that roll or flip. A low center of gravity and narrow wheelbase make SUVs particularly at risk of these frequently catastrophic accidents. Fortunately for victims, our experts specialize in just these types of accidents. We can help you! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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The Texas legal community is mourning the loss of Lubbock County Judge Rusty Ladd. Judge Ladd was on his way to court last Friday when another vehicle slammed into his motorcycle, sending him to the hospital where he died a few hours later. Judge Ladd’s final acts were in keeping with his long-standing commitment to the fair and efficient administration of law. Fighting through intense pain, Judge Ladd instructed hospital personnel to contact his court so that litigants would know of his absence from court.

Judge Ladd’s accident is tragic, but it’s not as uncommon as many would like to think. Motorcycles are dangerous – and reckless car drivers make motorcyclists particularly prone to catastrophic accidents. Whether you’re dealing with an insurance company or a recalcitrant litigant, it’s important to hire an attorney who fully understands the legal challenges you’re facing. Fortunately for you, Fears | Nachawati specializes in motorcycle accidents and the law that governs these accidents. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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 Multi-car accidents happen every week in cities and on highways across the country. In fact, a 13-car pile-up in Dallas on Monday was matched by an 11-car accident in Houston this morning. A motorcycle and numerous vehicles were damaged in the Houston pile-up; the injury count remains unspecified, but a heavy injury count is common in these kinds of multi-car wrecks.

Chain reaction accidents occur most frequently on highly travelled highways in large cities because during peak times – just like this morning’s rush hour accident on Houston’s Beltway 8. The challenges of rebuilding your life if you’re in a multicar accident can be significant. You need the Fears | Nachawati legal professionals to help you defend your rights and protect your legal and financial interests! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help.

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The driver of a Toyota Camry was flown by helicopter to Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas, late last night after the driver of a Nissan Altima slammed into him head-on. According to accident investigators, the injured driver was pinned in his car as a result of the violent collision. Today, he is in serious condition as he fights for his life.

Vehicle accidents happen every day across Texas. From fender-benders to fatal collisions, most Texans are involved in an automobile accident during their lives. When you’re facing the repercussions of an accident, you need the expert attorneys at Fears | Nachawati. With years of experience and courtroom-tested expertise, we’re ready to protect your rights in meditation or litigation. To learn how we can help, contact us today. For your free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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On Highway 152, a poorly maintained back road in Wheeler County, a sparsely populated area in the Texas panhandle, two 18-wheelers slammed into each other earlier this week. The results were tragic – and fatal. As the result of reckless driving, one driver was ejected from his cab, killing him. The other driver’s truck was thrown on its side and, sliding across the road, caught fire. Only by good luck was the man able to escape. His injures were non-life threatening, but he was sent to a local hospital.

Thousands of miles of Texas highways are poorly lit and falling into disrepair. The result is that wrecks are more common, including fatal accidents like the one in Wheeler County. Do you regularly travel on these highways? You should be careful!

Fears | Nachawati is ready to help you if you’re injured or if your property is damaged as a result of an automobile or 18-wheeler accident on Texas’ back roads. Put our experience and expertise to work for you today by contacting us. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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This weekend a Jeep driver in San Antonio ended her early morning cruise up U.S. 281 by swerving erratically, slamming into the concrete barrier in the center of the road, losing control of her car, sliding through multiple lanes of traffic, striking a nearby car, and finally coming to an abrupt stop after hitting a road-side tree.

Accident investigators found alcohol on her breath – a discovery as unsurprising as it is worrisome. For the last three years alcohol has taken the life of 1,400 Texans. That’s almost half of all annual traffic fatalities in Texas!

If you’ve been injured in an alcohol-related accident, you need to call the accident experts at Fears | Nachawati immediately. Your free consultation with our professionals will answer your questions – including whether the person who struck your car might be liable, what you need to find out from your insurance company, and what your next steps should include! To get started, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A car accident in southwest Houston claimed the lives of a driver and his passenger this weekend. The driver lost control of his speeding Chevrolet Camaro, then jumped a curb and slammed into a light pole and a brick wall. The force of the collision was overwhelming, throwing the driver from the vehicle and killing the passenger.

This tragic accident is horrible for the families of both victims, but it is particularly difficult for the passenger’s loved ones. The passenger didn’t have control over the car and didn’t have the ability to influence the outcome of the fatal accident. Under Texas law, the driver is not only responsible for his own safety, but her safety, too.

Fears | Nachawati helps accident victims and their families recover from the pain and shock associated with a traumatic collision. If a passenger you love was hurt or killed because of a driver’s negligence, he or she should speak with our experts immediately. We can help your family put their lives back together! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help you!

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Last night a motorcyclist in San Antonio died when he lost control of his ride. The 40-something year-old man was cruising along Canyon Golf Road when his motorcycle a curb, bouncing him against a guardrail post and back onto the road. The rider died as a result of his injuries.

Have you been hurt in a motorcycle accident? Has your loved one died as a result of a motorcycle accident? There’s a lot of things to do, but there’s only one thing you need to do first: call the accident experts at Fears | Nachawati. We can help you sort through what your next steps should be. Need someone to negotiate with your insurance company? We’re prepared to do that. Need to recover from the driver that forced you or your loved one off the road? We can do that, too.

We provide solutions to the problems your facing. Let us help you solve your problems today. For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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A 65 year-old man in West Houston died Tuesday morning when he cost control of his car and slammed into a utility pole. The driver, who was travelling at a sufficiently high rate of speed to knock down the pole, may have suffered from a medical condition. Investigators suspect that the condition could have played a part in the accident.

Tragically, the man’s family is now left to search for a way forward. The accident was sudden, and the cause remains in doubt. As a result, next-of-kin don’t know whether to blame the driver, the car, the medical condition, or some combination of these factors. Does this sound familiar? Has your family lost a loved one a car accident? Are you struggling to determine why the car wreck occurred and who might be responsible?

Contact the auto accident experts at Fears | Nachawati. With offices in several Texas cities, we’re prepared to meet you and your loved ones where you are. We can answer your questions and, if necessary, take the legal actions necessary to protect your rights and your family’s well-being. The time to take action is now! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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Rear-end accidents aren’t usually fatal. Yesterday’s two-car accident between a Ford F-250 and an SUV ended tragically, however, because of common problem with SUVs: rolling. During afternoon rush hour traffic, the F-250 slammed into the back of the SUV. Although forceful, the initial collision wasn’t fatal. The accident, however, forced the SUV off the road and down the embankment, causing the vehicle to roll several times. As the SUV rolled, the driver was thrown from the car, killing him.

Fears | Nachawati knows how to protect you and your loved ones if you’ve been in a car accident. Different types of vehicles, such as SUVs, pose different kinds of problems. You need the team of experts who have experience dealing with a variety of accident types. You need us! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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 Tragically, Jason Ybarra, a 17-year-old in San Antonio, Texas, died earlier this week when his car slammed into a brick mailbox and a utility pole. The teen’s Chevy Malibu provided some protection, but not enough. His head injuries were extensive as a result of the early morning accident. Jason died on the scene.

Teenagers are at a particularly high risk of single car accidents sustained during poorer driving conditions, such as rain, snow, and night. Inexperience is fatal for thousands of teenage driver every year – teens just like Jason.

Has your teenager been injured or killed in a driving accident? You probably have a lot of questions about where you go from here. Financially, one of the most important questions is how you should negotiate with your insurance company. Often, the negotiation isn’t easy, and some insurance companies succeed in taking advantage of inexperienced parents.

Don’t let that happen to you! Contact the car accident injury experts at Fears | Nachawati to learn everything you need to know – and to find out if our counsel is right for you. For your free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.

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The intersection of FM 1101 and FM 306 near New Braunfels, Texas, was the scene of a fatal car accident Friday night when the driver of a Honda Civic broadsided a GMC Yukon. The late night wreck occurred when the teenager driving the Honda Civic rolled through the intersection. The “t-boned” Yukon became impossible to control, rolling and throwing the driver from the car. Friday night’s accident underscores important realities: SUVs aren’t always safer than cars, and a roll is often fatal.

Have you or a loved one been injured in a car accident? Fears | Nachawati personal injury specialists know how challenging it can be to recover from the driver that hurt you – and their insurance company. Let us help you! For your free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re prepared to defend your interests.

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In the kind of tragedy that happens all too frequently on Texas highways, an out-of-control driver crossed over the median this weekend and slammed into an oncoming car. What caused the reckless driver’s dangerous – and ultimately lethal – drift into head-on traffic isn’t clear. What is clear, however, is that all the safety protections of the victim’s car and all the medical advances associated with a major metropolitan area like Houston weren’t enough to save Rosemary Rogers Olsen, the victim who died at the Memorial Hermann Hospital.

Lethal automobile accidents happen almost everyday in Texas. In all too many instances, these accidents kill and injure without warning and as a result of dangerous decisions – like texting-while-driving and driving drunk – by negligent drivers. Frequently, punitive and exemplary damages are appropriate in accidents where deliberate recklessness contributes to the victim’s injury or death.

Fears | Nachawati attorneys know what it takes to secure the compensation your family deserves in the wake of a lethal automobile accident. You have rights worth protecting! Let us help you fight for them. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.545.8364 or send an email to mn@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to fight for you!

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A rodeo worker in Wheeler, a Texas panhandle town northeast of Amarillo, died this week after horses stampeded over him. The worker, just 24 year-old, was moving horses to the bucking shoot when the animals became spooked, turned abruptly, knocked down the worker, causing severe injuries.

Were the rodeo facilities safe? Was the worker properly trained and supervised? Had the horses been inspected and vaccinated in compliance with Texas law? These are the kind of questions an injured worker ought to ask. They’re the kind of questions the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati ask every day.

Don’t let the law or your employer intimate you! If you’ve been in a work-related accident, there are questions you should ask to find out if your employer shares any responsibility for the injuries you’ve sustained. Want to know more? Give us a call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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Two children are in a Port Aransas, Texas, hospital today, clinging to their lives the driver of an SUV fell asleep at the wheel. These children are the lucky ones, unfortunately. The accident took the lives of two others.

In all, eight children and two adults were injured this past weekend when the driver fell asleep behind the wheel, veering off the roadway and striking a concrete culvert that caused the car to flip. Because several of the passengers weren’t wearing seatbelts, the passengers were thrown around inside the car – and at least one child was thrown out.

Sleeping and driving is just as dangerous – and, in fact, probably more dangerous – as texting and driving or drinking and driving. Unfortunately, the knowledge of that danger doesn’t prevent Texans from driving tired every day.

Have you been in a wreck caused by a tired, sleepy, or sleeping driver? If so, you need the help of the accident and injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. Our experience and expertise have helped numerous clients receive the justice they deserved. For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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Yesterday a Kerrville man died when his car veered off the road. The driver, Frederick William Threadgill, was travelling through Bandera County outside of San Antonio, Texas, when he failed to follow the curve in the road. Mr. Threadgill’s Nissan truck tumbled down an embankment, finally coming to rest in a dry creek bed.

Auto accidents impact victims and families throughout Texas. If you or a loved one are involved in a car wreck, you probably have more questions than answers. To answer your questions – and to find out how financial responsibility for your injuries should be apportioned between their insurance and yours – talk to us today!

Fears | Nachawati can answer all the questions that you’ve been considering, including many more that probably haven’t even crossed your mind! Put our experience to work for you by contacting us today! Call us at 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A 71-year-old woman passed away earlier this week after her vehicle, a Volkswagen Beetle, collided head on with a Ford Expedition. It is unclear what the caused the accident, although some speculate that the woman’s age may have contributed to her veering into the lane of oncoming traffic. The woman died at the scene; the driver of the SUV survived with merely a dislocated shoulder.

Accidents like the one in the Woodlands, Texas, this week are tragic. They call into question whether elderly men and women are acting responsibly when they get out on the highway. Given the disparity between the size of the SUV and that of a compact car, they also raise important questions about what kind of liability large-car owners should have.  

Fears | Nachawati deals with dozens of automobile accident cases every year. We’re prepared to defend your rights and prosecute the person whose reckless driving caused your accident. Call 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com today! 

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Over the weekend, a Houston driver died when his SUV slid onto a grassy median and then into a tree. Accident investigators attributed the accident to high speeds. Unfortunately, the driver perished at the scene of the collision.

The Texas personal injury lawyers of Fears | Nachawati understands that car accidents are more complicated than they often appear. A combination of factors, including speeding, cell phone use, child distractions, and alcohol, typically contribute to most Texas auto accidents. If you’ve been in a car accident, you need a Texas lawyer who understands how these factors influence responsibility and damages. For the information you need to make the decisions that you face, contact a dedicated Texas auto accident lawyer at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A 10-year-old is in a hospital because an 18-year-old thought it was a good idea to race his car through the streets of San Antonio. At the time of the accident, the 10-year-old was riding in a Ford Expedition with three of his siblings and his parents. The 18-year-old racer was travelling so fast that he injured the child, despite the fact that a Ford Expedition is one of the sturdiest cars on the road today.

Have you been in a car accident recently? You need to know all of the facts and how to ask the right questions. The driver that hit you may have been involved in reckless behavior, such as racing, that could increase his or her liability. What questions should you ask? To find out, talk to the Texas car accident lawyers at Fears | Nachawati. We’re ready to help you. For a free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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A teen driver in Houston died Wednesday night as a result of dialing-and-driving. The teen driver, who was talking on a cell phone while driving, misjudged the distance between himself and the car ahead of him. When he finally realized that he was about to plow into the back of the car in his lane, he swerved, overcorrected, and ended up in oncoming traffic. An approaching car in the other lane slammed into the teen's car. The reckless teenage driver, who wasn't wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident, died soon after the crash.

Distracted driving -- whether the distraction comes in the form of a phone call, text message, radio, or another passenger -- claims thousands of lives in Texas every year. Although the Houston teen tragically paid the price of his reckless behavior, often that's not the case. Too many times the person who is injured or killed is an innocent bystander who happens to be at the wrong place at the wrong time.

Fears | Nachawati has provided legal counsel to dozens of car accident victims who were hurt as a result of negligent, distracted driving. If you’ve been injured,  Our Houston car accidents lawyers understand the financial and legal challenges you face. Put our experience and expertise to work for you! For your free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or email info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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On Friday, two women suffering from kidney-related diseases were the victims of a tragic automobile accident on their way home from dialysis. The women, who were required to attend dialysis several times a week, had contracted with a medical taxi service known as METROLift to carry them to and from the hospital. In the wake of their loss, one of the victim’s family has already consulted with an attorney to determine their legal options, including filing a wrongful death lawsuit.

Fears | Nachawati knows the pain of a death in the family as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wrongful death suit. If you’ve lost a loved to a negligent firm like METROLift, talk to us! We’re ready to help you through this difficult time. Call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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Somewhere on Interstate 10 outside of Kerrville, Texas, a Boy Scout troop leader had a fatal heart attack while driving six Boy Scouts home from summer camp. The heart attack caused the driver to lose control of his SUV and veer off the road. Although all six boys were sent to the hospital, fortunately, all escaped serious injury. One passenger, however, did sustain a broken wrist and required longer care in a nearby hospital.

What kind of liability do Boy Scout leaders, soccer coaches, and Y-Guides parents have when they take responsibility for your children? If your children are in an accident while their under another parent’s care, who is responsible for the hospital bills? These are simple but important questions. If you’d like to find out the answer, talk the experts at

Fears | Nachawati. Call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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An unidentified worker near the Houston Ship Channel is safe now after Channelview and Houston Fire Department fire fighters succeeded in saving him from a near-tragic crane mishap. The man was left literally dangling from a crane after an accident near Jacinto Port Boulevard and Peninsula Boulevard almost cost him his life!

Every year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics records more than 3,000,000 occupation-related accidents, more than 25 percent of which result in significant injury. More 200,000 result in falls and nearly 5,000 accidents are fatal.

Occupational injuries are serious! If you’re in a work-related injury, you need to speak to the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. Whether you’ve had a fall, a sprain, a tear, or a break, we can get you back on your feet and your life back on track. Call 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help you!

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Last month, three workers were injured, one critically, when a pulling unit with a truck-mounted mast collapsed. One of the workers, Sergio Torres, was transported to a Lubbock hospital in critical condition. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating the accident. In all likelihood, all three workers have not only workers’ compensation claims, but potential legal causes of action against their employer, TEC Well Services, and the owner of the well site, Benners 37 #1.

The energy industry is dangerous! Well accidents, refinery fires, and pipe malfunctions cause dozens of accidents every year. If you or a loved one are injured in an oil and gas industry accident, you should talk to the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. Call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help!

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More than a decade has passed since Jacqui Saburido was involved in a drunk driving accident that left her entirely body severely burned. Ironically, the accident that took the Austin native’s face has led her to become the face of an anti-drunk driving campaign across Texas. To date, Ms. Saburido has undergone 120 surgeries and is slated to have one of her most important – a nose reconstruction surgery – this summer in Brazil.

Drunk driving changed Ms. Saburido’s life forever. If you’ve been in a drunk driving accident, it’s likely to change your life, too. To find out everything you need to know about the law surrounding DUIs, contact the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. Call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. Let us help you!

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In the early morning hours last Sunday a San Antonio man died when he was struck by a Union Pacific train. This tragic accident was particularly unusual because it was one of three Union Pacific accidents during the earlier morning hours. A short time after the fatal accident, a UP train slammed into a vehicle which had stalled on the tracks, and 10 minutes afterward, an eastbound UP train struck a basketball hoop stand which had fallen over the tracks. Three accidents in the same night is unusual and suggests to some safety experts that Union Pacific may be careless with its routes and timetables.

In 2010, U.S. train companies were involved in more than 11,000 accidents and killed more than 700 people. Moreover, last Sunday’s accidents are not statistically unique: more than 95 percent of accidents in 2010 occurred at the intersection of highways and rails and nearly a thousand accidents occurred on yard track, just like the incident that took a life in San Antonio.

If you or a loved one have been injured by a train, you need a law firm that understands the unique complexity of railroad accidents. For excellent, experienced and expert representation, contact the professionals at Fears | Nachawati. Call 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We can help!

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Tragically, Austin cyclist Andrew Runciman was killed in a hit-and-run accident last week by a reckless motorist. As a testament to Mr. Runciman, an estimated 300 friends and fellow cyclists rode their bikes last week as a moving monument to the late Austinite.

Bicycling is more dangerous than many Texans realize. Every year, hundreds of American cyclists die and more than 50,000 sustain injuries; an incredible one in eight biking injuries are traumatic brain injuries.

Have you or a loved one been injured in a bicycling accident? Let Fears | Nachawati defend your rights! For a free consultation, call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. With years of experience and expertise, we can help!

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San Antonio area EMS director Jeff Fincke has asked city officials in Kendall County to impose tougher regulations on private ambulances speeding to nonemergency calls. Specifically, Fincke wants Kendall County cities to pass city ordinances, modeled after the one passed by San Antonio, that require ambulances to receive permission to run “hot” – that is, use lights and sirens – in response to requests for help.

Have you or a loved one been in an accident with an ambulance? If so, it may be time to ask the question: was the ambulance speeding out of necessity or because it was trying to beat another ambulance to the scene of concern. Find out the answer to these questions by enlisting the help at the experts at Fears | Nachawati. Call 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We can help you!

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Lisa Harter, 26, died in January when her intoxicated companion and driver, Marcos Serda, flipped the car. In the wake of their mother’s tragic death, Ms. Harter’s children have filed a wrongful death suit against Mr. Serda and the San Antonio bar, the Flying Saucer, which served Mr. Serda drinks. According to the family’s legal representative, on the night of the accident the Flying Saucer was encouraging participation in the bar’s “U.F.O. Club,” a promotion that asked customers to drink every beer served in the bar.

Ms. Harter’s bereaved family has taken a sensible approach: sue the bar. (Of note, in the law bars and taverns are often known as “dram shops.”) If you or a loved one has been in an accident with a drunk driver, you may have a cause of action against the dram shop where they were drinking. The bar may share in responsible for the damages you incurred and injuries you sustained. To find out more about the laws governing alcohol-induced accidents, talk to the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. For a free consultation, call 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We can help you!

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 Last week, a pair of oil field workers in Midland County, Texas were working on a rig when pipe fell, pinning Mariano Pruenda’s leg. As his co-worker, Ronnie Lynn May, worked to rescue him, another piece of the rig fell, crushing and killing May.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has launched an investigation into the accident and into the safety practices of May’s employer, Tulsa-based oil contractor, Helmrich and Payne.

Working in the oil fields is dangerous. However, oil rigs become inappropriately and unnecessarily dangerous when employers fail to adhere to worker safety regulations. If you or a loved one work in the oil field and think that the workplace is unsafe, it may be time to call the professionals at Fears | Nachawati. We can investigate your employer’s safety practices and, if necessary, defend your right to safe workplace! For a free consultation, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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 Recovering at a Houston hospital, Rep. Gabrille Giffords has begun rehabilitation after what doctors describe as her “spectacular” recovery from a gunshot wound infamously sustained in a Tuscon, Arizona shooting. Nevertheless, as her doctors have explained, retraining the brain after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can take years and often includes intensive speech, occupational and physical therapy. Said Dr. Robert Stevens, an associate professor of neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, “You can’t be in a hurry. This is a long, drawn-out process, and it can be extremely frustrating.”

Giffords ordeal shines a light on the costs and difficulties associated with TIBs. If you or a loved one has undergone a traumatic brain injury – caused by a fall, a gunshot wound or other kind of accident – you need a medical and legal team that can help you navigate the long and difficult days ahead. Fortunately, you can ask for no better than the experienced and expert attorneys at Fears | Nachawati. For your free consultation, give us a call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. 

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 A worker in Houston, Texas, tragically and unnecessarily lost his leg recently when his employer’s trash compactor malfunctioned, crushing his leg above the knee. When negotiations failed, the victim’s attorney filed suit against the man’s employer and the manufacture of the compactor. Last week, the employer settled with its former employee, providing $1.5 million in recognition of the firm’s negligent work environment and in order to compensate the employee for his loss.

The fight against the employer wasn’t easy—and the battle against the manufacturer of the faulty compactor remains—but the lesson is clear: a talented, hard-working, knowledgeable attorney can secure the compensation that accident victims deserve. If you’ve been injured at work, contact the personal injury experts at Fears | Nachawati. With our experience and expertise, we can win for you. To speak with our experts, call us at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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 A Fort Bend county sheriff’s deputy, John Norsworthy, died recently when a piece of road debris obstructed his car’s path and forced him to take evasive action. Responding to an emergency call, Mr. Norsworthy approached a four-foot square board of thick material used for buffering sound. Mr. Norsworthy veered to avoid the debris, lost control of his car, crashed into a ditch, hit a tree and flipped. Unfortunately, Mr. Norsworthy passed away as a result of his injuries.

Texas Department of Public Safety reports show that objects such as those that led to the death of Mr. Norsworthy are a significant threat to drivers’ safety. In the last five years, road debris has caused 2,728 accidents, including 756 injuries and 19 fatalities. If you’ve been involved in an automobile accident and road debris was involved you should contact the personal injury lawyers at Fears | Nachawati. For a free consultation, give us a call at 1.866.705.7584 or send an email to info@fnlawfirm.com. We’re ready to help you!

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A tractor-trailer wreck in McKinney on southbound North Central Expressway injured one person on Wednesday.  Authorities report that an 18-wheeler pulling two trailers overturned just south of the interchange with U.S. 380.  No passenger vehicles were involved in the crash, but one person in the big rig was injured.  Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of this accident.

If you've been involved in a truck accident, Fears |  Nachawati is here to help.  Call us at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Recent cold and wet weather has caused a number of accidents in the DFW Metroplex.  Eastern parts of the Metroplex, including Rockwall and Royse City, were harder hit than central Dallas or Fort Worth.  A variety of reports have come in featuring fender benders and other minor injury accidents.  Some motorists have skidded off the roadways because of icy or slick conditions. 

If you have been involved in a wreck, Fears | Nachawati is here to help you navigate the system and get the justice you deserve.  Don't let an insurance adjuster give you the run around.  Call us today and find out how we can help you.  1.866.705.7584. 

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A Granbury man was killed in a wreck with a tractor-trailer rig.  The accident occurred six miles west of Burleson on County Road 920 near the intersection of County Road 1015.  The victim was driving a 1997 Chevrolet pickup, and the commercial truck was a 1995 Peterbilt 18-wheeler.  The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.  Authorities continue to investigate the cause of this tragedy.

Fears | Nachawati represents victims and families of victims who have been hurt in tractor-trailer, commercial truck and 18-wheeler accidents.  If you or someone in your family has been involved in such an accident, call us at 1.866.705.7584. 

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An Azle man died after the vehicle he was driving struck a tree approximately six miles southwest of Azle.  Authorities say that the victim, Stanley Pestana, was traveling eastwards on FM 1886 when his SUV veered off the roadway and ran into a tree.  He died at the scene.  Investigations are continuing to determine why the vehicle veered off of the roadway.

Fears | Nachawati represents Texans hurt in auto accidents.  If you've been injured in an accident, or if a loved one of yours has been killed, call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A Denton woman has died from injuries sustained in a car wreck.  The victim, Debra Davis, was traveling northbound on Nottingham Drive when she collided with a pickup truck near the intersection of Mingo Road.  Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the accident, but they believe one of the drivers ran a red light.  Ms. Davis was taken by helicopter to Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth where she later died. 

If you have been injured in a car wreck, Fears | Nachawati can help protect your rights.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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An 11 year old Denton girl was seriously injured when a tour bus in which she was riding veered off an icy mountain road in central Colorado near the town of Gunnison.  Seven other individuals were also injured in the accident.  The tour bus was carrying a group from a church in Denton on a ski trip.  Authorities believe that the bus driver was unable to negotiate a turn, and that the bus then rolled off the road and onto its right side. 

If you or someone in your family has been injured in a car, bus or truck accident, Fears | Nachawati is here to help protect your rights.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Two people were killed in a wreck Monday on I-20 in Arlington.  Authorities say that a Toyota was traveling eastbound on the highway near the New York Avenue exit when the driver changed lanes and struck another car.  As a result of the collision, the Toyota began to spin and veered into the path of an 18-wheeler.  The tractor-trailer struck the car.  The Toyota driver and passenger were pronounced dead at the scene.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of truck, car and motorcycle accidents in Texas.  If you've been injured in an accident involving an 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer or other commercial vehicle, call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A woman was killed in a recent accident with a flatbed trailer in Grapevine.  The woman was driving a 2000 Dodge Dakota westbound on Texas 114 when she apparently lost control of her vehicle while attempting to exit to northbound Texas 121.  The woman's vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a 52-foot flatbed trailer, which was carrying construction equipment for crews working on the DFW Connector Project.  The woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

If you or someone in your family has been involved in a tragic car accident, Fears | Nachawati can help you get justice.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Three people were injured in a wreck on Business 121 in Lewisville near the intersection of I-35E.  Authorities say that a car was traveling at high speed when it failed to stop at a light, and slammed into the SUV in front of it.  The driver and passenger of the SUV were both hurt in the incident, as was a child that was riding in the car.  All three injured persons were taken to area hospitals for treatment.  Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of this crash.

If you or someone in your family has been hurt in a car wreck, Fears | Nachawati can help you get the compensation you deserve.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Four people were injured in a pileup on westbound I-30 in Dallas that closed the highway for several hours.  A pickup truck traveling on the westbound service road crashed through a guard rail and entered the freeway, causing a collision with a tractor-trailer rig.  The big rig was then hit by a DART paratransit bus which was unable to stop in time.  The pickup truck driver was seriously injured and was taken to an area hospital for treatment.  Two of the individuals in the DART paratransit bus and the driver of the tractor-trailer were also injured in the incident. 

If you've been hurt in a traffic accident, Fears | Nachawati is here to help protect your legal rights.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A child was struck by a car while crossing Southlake Boulevard Friday.  The child, whose name has not been released, was struck in front of Town Square in Southlake.  Several children were crossing the road when the victim was struck.  The child was taken by helicopter to Texas Harris Health Methodist Fort Worth Hospital for treatment for his injuries.  Authorities are continuing to investigate whether the car could have avoided striking the child.

If you or someone in your family has been hurt by a car, truck or commercial vehicle, Fears | Nachawati is here to help with your legal needs.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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One person was injured in a rollover accident on Highway 287 near the city limits of Arlington and Mansfield.  Investigators report that the vehicle, a sedan, was struck from the side by a pickup truck.  The force of the collision pushed the sedan into a guard rail, causing two of its wheels to become airborne.  The sedan then flipped over.  The driver of the sedan, who was wearing a seat belt, was taken to an area hospital for treatment.  The other driver escaped without injury.

If you've been hurt in a wreck, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati could help with your legal needs.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.86.705.7584. 

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A Colleyville man died in a wreck in Hurst when the pickup he was driving went through a brick structure and collided with a tree.  The accident occurred in the 1100 block of Lonesome Dove Trail in Hurst.  The victim, Wade Freeman, was driving east.  Authorities continue to investigate what caused the accident, including faulty equipment or brakes, or whether another vehicle was involved.

If you or a loved one has been hurt on the roads of Texas, Fears | Nachawati is here to attend to your legal needs.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A Joshua woman died of injuries sustained in a rollover crash on State High 171 in Godley.  Authorities report that the car driven by the woman, Tiffany Murdick, struck a culvert with its back right tire and slid sideways into a tree, causing the car to spin around and roll over.  The victim was taken by helicopter to Texas Harris Health Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, where she later died.  Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the accident.

If you've been hurt in a car wreck, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you get justice.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A man has died as a result of injuries he sustained in a pedestrian-motor vehicle accident.  Authorities report that the man, Alen Karenzo, died at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth the day after he was struck by a car in the 2200 block of East Berry Street in south Fort Worth.  The tragedy has been ruled an accident, and no charges are expected to be filed against the driver.  No other persons were injured in this incident.

If you've been injured by a car, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help protect your rights.  Even if a driver isn't criminally liable for injuring you, they still face civil liability for your injuries, time off work, and other damages.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 for a consultation. 

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A Grandview man died of injuries he sustained in a rollover crash near Cleburne that occurred Sunday.  Authorities say that the accident occurred near the intersection of FM 1434 and County Road 1224.  The victim, Michael Rollins, was traveling eastbound on FM 1434 in a pickup truck when it left the right side of the roadway surface.  Rollins apparently over-corrected and the vehicle rolled over.  Rollins was ejected from the vehicle.  He was taken to Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, where he later died from his injuries.

If you've been injured in a wreck, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you get justice.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A van driven the wrong way on Airport Freeway in Hurst collided with a Kia Spectra recently, killing the Kia driver.  Authorities believe that the van's driver, Eric Supe, of Crowley, may have been intoxicated when the accident occurred.  The victim, Ricardo Magallon of Carrollton, died at a local hospital shortly after the wreck. 

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims and the families of victims of wrecks on the roads of Texas.  If you or someone you love has been in an accident, call us today for a consultation at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Thirty six students were injured in a recent school bus accident in north Fort Worth.  The accident occurred at the intersection of Blue Mound Road and Intermodal Parkway.  The bus had stopped in traffic, and was struck by a Jeep Liberty driven by a 17 year old male.  While none of the injuries were life threatening, thirteen of the injured students were transported to an area hospital for treatment.  The other injured students were treated at the scene. 

Fears | Nachawati represents individuals who are injured on the roads of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.  If you've been in an accident, call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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One man was killed and three others were injured in a crash on I-20 in Kaufman County.  The deceased, Ruben Garcia of Tyler, died at the scene after the car he was riding in entered the median, swerved back into the mainlanes and then flipped and skidded on its roof.  The three injured individuals were also in the vehicle.  Two were taken by helicopter, and one by ambulance, to Parkland Memorial Hospital and Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas.

If you've been injured in a wreck on the Texas highways, Fears | Nachawati can help you protect your rights.  Call us for a free, no-obligation consultation today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A DeSoto man was killed in a recent Grand Prairie wreck.  The victim, Brad Gary, was driving his Honda Civic southbound in the 2600 block of South Great Southwest Parkway when his car veered into the center median and struck a light pole.  Gary, who was not wearing a seatbelt, was pronounced dead at the scene.  Authorities continue to investigate as to whether any other vehicles were involved in this tragic wreck.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of crashed on Texas roads.  If you've been injured, call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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An Arlington man was killed in a motorcycle accident in Grand Prairie this weekend.  The man, Jerry Glenn Riddle, was riding his Harley-Davidson northbound on Lake Ridge Parkway when he lost control and fell from his bike.  Authorities say that his head struck a guardrail in the fall.  Riddle was not wearing a helmet, and was pronounced dead at the scene.  Authorities continue to investigate as to whether any other vehicles were involved.

If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help preserve and protect your rights.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A motorcyclist was killed early Friday in a wreck with a tractor trailer.  The motorcyclist rear-ended the 18-wheeler on State Highway 183 near Story Road.  Investigators believe that the motorcyclist was heading east on the highway at a high speed when he crashed into the tractor trailer, which was traveling at normal highway speeds.  The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet, and was pronounced dead at the scene.  The truck driver was not injured in the wreck. 

The attorneys of Fears | Nachawati represent the victims of tractor trailer and truck accidents.  If you've been involved in an incident with a commercial vehicle, call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A $62.7 million dollar settlement has been reached in an 18-wheeler crash on the Oklahoma turnpike that killed ten people, including four Texans.  The accident occurred when a tractor trailer operated by Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. slammed into a line of stopped cars.  Victims and survivors of the crash sued the company for failure to properly train and supervise its driver.  They hope that this large settlement will work a wake-up call for the trucking industry and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

If you or someone you love has been affected by a tractor trailer crash, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help protect and preserve your rights.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A dozen Crowley ISD students were injured Monday in a collision involving two school buses.  The accident occurred near North Crowley Cleburne Road and Melton Drive.  One bus was turning and the trailing bus didn't notice, and ran into the first bus.  This pushed the first bus into a brick facade surrounding a subdivision.  The injured children were taken to Cook Children's Medical Center and Harris Methodist Fort Worth. 

If you or someone in your family has been injured in an accident, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you get justice.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A charter bus accident north of Sanger, near Denton, injured 18 passengers.  The bus was northbound on I-35, transporting passengers from Dallas to Oklahoma City, when the driver apparently experienced a sharp pain in his abdomen.  The driver swerved and struck a concrete barrier.  A total of 18 people were injured in the accident, including five who were ejected through the vehicle's side windows.  Injured passengers were treated at area hospitals.  All are expected to survive. 

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of bus, car, motorcycle and truck accidents that occur on the roadways of Texas.  If you've been injured, call us today at 1.866.705.7584. 

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A motorcyclist was killed early Sunday morning in a wreck on North Central Expressway.  The accident occurred near the Walnut Hill Lane exit.  A witness says that the rider was traveling at a high rate of speed when the motorcycle struck a car from the rear.  The motorcyclist went through the back window of the car and into the car's passenger compartment.  The motorcyclist did not survive this accident.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims and surviving family members of those injured or killed on the roads of the DFW Metroplex and all of Texas.  If you or a loved one have been involved in an accident, call us today at 1.866.705.7585.  

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A Frisco man has died from injuries he sustained several weeks ago in a firey crash on I-20 near Terrell.  The man, Wyndell Greene Sr., was badly burned in the accident.  The wreck claimed the lives of Greene's wife and their two children.  The wreck was caused by an 18-wheeler that struck the Greene's vehicle from behind, causing it to become wedged up against another tractor-trailer before it burst into flames. 

Tractor-trailer and commercial truck accidents are serious and often deadly occurrences.  If you or someone you love has been involved in a wreck with an 18-wheeler or another truck, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help you sort through your legal rights during this difficult time.  Call us for a consultation at 1.866.705.7584.

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One man was killed in a wreck in North Richland Hills.  Authorities say that the man, Juan Rosales, crashed on Loop 820 early in the morning.  The wreck involved only the car that Rosales was driving.  No other person was injured in the crash.  Authorities continue to investigate the cause of this fatal accident.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of wrecks and crashes on area highways and byways.  If you have been injured, or if a loved one has been killed, call us today to find out how we can help you.  1.866.705.7584. 

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One person was injured today in an SUV rollover crash in North Oak Cliff.  The accident occurred on Colorado Boulevard near the Stevens Park Golf Course.  Authorities believe that a Nissan SUV was traveling on a side street and ran a stop sign.  A Volkswagon SUV was traveling on Colorado and was struck hard in the side by the Nissan.  The Volkswagon rolled over, coming to rest near a tree in a front yard.  The driver of the Volkswagon was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of accidents, including SUV rollover accidents.  If you've been injured, call us today at 1.86.705.7584 to find out how we could help you.  

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A six month old child was killed and 12 other family members were injured in a crash in the Hill Country region of Texas.  The family hails from the Dallas area and was traveling to Mexico on vacation.  Authorities report that a tire blew out on the van the family was riding in, causing the van to roll over several times in I-35E about six miles north of Hillsboro.  The infant, who was not riding in a child safety seat, was killed instantly.  The victims were taken to several area hospitals for treatment.

If you or someone in your family has been injured in a car crash, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you through this difficult time.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to find out how we can help you seek justice. 

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The driver and the passenger of a pickup truck were injured today in a wreck with a box truck on I-635.  The accident occurred near the city limit borders of Mesquite and Balch Springs.  Authorities say that the pickup truck may have hydroplaned and skidded into the box truck.  Inclement weather appears to have played a role in this accident.  The driver of the box truck was not injured.  The driver and passenger of the pickup truck were taken to an area hospital for treatment.

If you have been injured in a wreck on the Texas highways involving a commercial vehicle, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you determine your legal rights.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584.

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A tanker truck driver was seriously injured in a recent wreck on I-10 in southeast Texas.  Authorities report that a tanker truck carrying isobutane, a flammable, corrosive substance, overturned when it was involved in a two-vehicle wreck with a pickup truck.  The accident occurred near Hamshire, approximately 65 miles east of Houston.  The tanker driver was seriously injured, but is expected to survive.  It took hazardous materials crew four days to clean up the isobutane that was spilled in the crash.

If you have been injured in a wreck involving a tanker truck or other vehicle, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help you get the compensation you deserve.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584.

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One person was killed and five others were injured in a head-on crash in Grand Prairie.  Authorities say that a man was driving his car in the wrong direction on I-30 early Sunday morning when he hit a pickup truck.  A second car traveling behind the pickup truck was also involved in the crash.  The driver of the first car was ejected from his car and died at the scene.  The driver and passengers of the pickup truck and second car were injured. 

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A man was killed early this morning in a rollover accident on I-35 in north Fort Worth.  The man, Fernando Torrez, was heading southbound on the highway and driving a 2003 Toyota truck.  Witnesses report that the truck made an abrupt move and began to violently roll over.  Torrez was ejected from the truck, landing in the path of a tractor-trailer.  The tractor-trailer attempted to swerve, but was unable to avoid hitting the body.  Torrez was pronounced dead at the scene.

If you have been injured, or if you have lost a loved one to a wreck, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help protect your rights and the rights of your family during this difficult time.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to find out more about how we can help you.

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Two drivers were injured yesterday in a wreck on I-35 in Denton.  The accident occurred near the Carroll Avenue exit.  Authorities report that one driver, who was proceeding in the left hand lane, swerved suddenly to the right, coming into contact with a car that was driving in the right hand lane.  No other cars were involved in the incident.

Fears | Nachawati represents the victims of accidents on Texas roadways.  If you have been injured, call us today for a free consultation at 1.866.705.7584.

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A Euless woman was injured in a recent one-car accident.  Authorities report that the woman, who was driving, apparently lost control of her car on McArthur Boulevard in Irving.  The woman crashed into a telephone pole, injuring herself.  Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.  Alcohol is not believed to be a factor.

If you have been injured in an auto accident, whether as a result of someone's negligence, or as a result of mechanical failure, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati may be able to help you preserve your legal rights.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 for more information. 

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A Garland man fleeing police in his car this week caused a wreck that sent five people to area hospitals, including himself.  Authorities report that the suspect was spotted driving a suspected stolen car on I-35.  The man sped away, causing a number of minor accidents on the highway, and later a major accident at Cadiz and Riverfront Boulevard near downtown Dallas.  Two pickups and an 18 wheeler were also involved in the wreck.  Police were not chasing the man when the major accident occurred.  The suspected will be charged with evading arrest, traffic violations, and also on outstanding warrants from Addison and Garland.  The victims of the major accident were taken to area hospitals, and are expected to recover fully.

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A recent graduate of the Keller school district died yesterday in a motorcycle accident in north Fort Worth.  Authorities say that Austen Ussery, 18, died very early Tuesday morning as a result of blunt force trauma he sustained in the motorcycle wreck.  Ussery was ejected from his motorcycle, which he was riding in the 3500 block of Keller Hicks Road near the intersection of Alta Vista Road.  Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of this tragic accident. 

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A blown out rear tire cause an East Texas wreck that killed three individuals from the DFW Metroplex.  Authorities say that five people were riding in a Ford Taurus on I-20 near Tyler when the left rear tire blew out, causing the vehicle to lose control and hit a tree.  The driver and one passenger were injured, but survived the crash.  Three other passengers were killed the in wreck.

If you have been injured in an accident, or if you have lost a loved one in a tragedy on the Texas highways, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help you protect your legal rights.  Call us today to put us to work for you.  1.866.705.7584.

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A motorcyclist was killed early Sunday morning in a fatal accident in Lewisville.  Authorities report that a SUV collided with the motorcyclist near the intersection of Business 121 and Bellaire Boulevard.  The SUV drove away from the scene, and authorities are seeking that vehicle's driver and passenger.  The SUV was a late-model dark gray or black Chevrolet Tahoe or Suburban, and should have significant front-end damage.  The motorcycle driver was killed at the scene, and a passenger was taken to an area hospital for treatment. 

If you have been hurt in an accident, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help you protect your legal rights.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation. 

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Two people were injured in a two-car traffic accident at the corner of Hampton Road and Illinois in Oak Cliff.  Authorities report that a car was turning left against traffic when it was struck by an oncoming truck.  The driver and a passenger in the turning car were injured.  These individuals were taken to Parkland Memorial Hospital for treatment.  Another passenger in the vehicle, along with the driver of the truck were not injured in the incident.

The attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to fight for the rights of all individuals injured in car accidents.  If you have been injured, call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to find out how you can put our experience and expertise to work for you. 

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A San Antonio woman has died from injuries she sustained in a two-car accident in Palo Pinto County, west of Mineral Wells, last weekend.  Cassidy Grant, 20, died Thursday after fighting for her life in the intensive care unit at John Peter Smith Hospital for five days.  Two other people were injured in the wreck, which occurred when a car turning from a private drive was hit by an oncoming vehicle.  Grant was a passenger in the turning car.  Authorities are continuing to investigate this tragic accident.

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A Mansfield man died Sunday from injuries he sustained in a head-on crash in Mansfield on Sunday.  The man, his wife and their 6 year old child were in a Pontiac Bonneville on U.S. 287 when they collided with a GMC Yukon.  The driver of the Bonneville was killed in the accident.  The other driver, and the Bonneville passengers, were taken to area hospitals for treatment.  Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident.

Fears | Nachawati represent the victims of auto, truck and motorcycle accidents in the DFW Metroplex and throughout the great state of Texas.  If you or someone close to you has been injured or killed in an accident, we'd like the opportunity to serve you and help you find justice during your difficult time.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to find out how we can help you.  

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Both drivers were killed in a head-on collision early Friday morning in south Weatherford.  The crash occurred on Bethel Road.  Authorities say that a black Chevrolet Tahoe was passing a sedan in a no-passing zone when the driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a pick-up truck that was traveling in the opposite direction.  Both drivers died at the scene.  Two passengers of the Tahoe were taken to an area hospital for treatment.

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Two people were killed while two others were critically injured in a crash on I-45 in Dallas.  A man riding a motorcycle with a group lost control of his bike and crashed near Loop 12.  A tractor-trailer was forced to stop on the road due to the accident.  Minutes later, a Buick sedan crashed into the back of the big rig, pinning several occupants inside the car.  The driver and one passenger of the car died at the scene.  The motorcyclist and another Buick passenger were taken to Baylor University Medical Center with critical injuries.

If you have been hurt in a car or motorcycle wreck, including an accident involving a tractor-trailer, the attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you get justice.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to discuss how we can get to work for you.

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A pedestrian was injured today in an two-car accident in downtown Dallas.  The incident occurred near the intersection of Pearl and San Jacinto.  Authorities say that the first car ran into the second car, which was attempting to turn right onto San Jacinto.  A female pedestrian was standing in front of the second car apparently waiting to cross the road when the wreck occurred.  She was injured when the second car was pushed into her.  The drivers of the cars were not injured.

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A 33-year old McKinney man died in a car crash on U.S. Highway 380.  Authorities say that the man's car went off the road and flipped several times before coming to rest behind a house.  It is believed that the man was traveling westbound when he traveled over the median and through opposite lanes of traffic before leaving the road surface.  The man was wearing a seat belt.  He died from injuries sustained in the crash at Centennial Medical Center in Frisco.

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A teenager was killed Thursday in a one-car crash in The Colony.  Authorities say that the teen was the passenger in a sedan on Highway 121 when the driver, another teenager, crashed into the northbound lanes of the highway near Plano Parkway.  The driver was airlifted to a Dallas hospital for treatment.  Investigations into the cause of the accident are ongoing.

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A Duncanville teenager was killed last weekend in a wreck in Oklahoma when the car he was driving was struck by a train. The young man was on a trip to visit family about 180 miles northwest of Dallas, and was the only person in the car when the tragedy occurred.  Investigators say that the car was drug for several blocks before the train was able to stop.  The teenager died of his injuries a short time after the accident.  It is unclear at this time whether the railroad crossing was properly marked or functioning properly. 

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The passenger of a car was killed Tuesday in a fatal wreck on I-35W in Fort Worth which also injured the driver and another person.  Authorities say that a man was driving drunk on the highway at a high rate of speed when he struck another vehicle from behind.  The man then lost control of the vehicle, which rolled over several times before coming to a stop.  The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. The alleged drunk driver and the other injured individual were treated at area hospitals.

If you have been injured by a drunk driver, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati understand the fear and pain you may be going through.  Call us for a consultation today at 1.866.705.7584.

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One person was killed and three others were critically injured in a one-vehicle crash in Crossroads on U.S. Highway 380.  The man who was killed was pronounced dead at the scene.  Two crash survivors were taken to Parkland Memorial Hospital while a third was taken to Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton.  All three were critically injured.  Witnesses report that the SUV, a Ford Explorer, was eastbound on the highway when the driver attempted to turn north on E. Rock Hill Road.  The driver lost control, the SUV hit the guardrail and then rolled over. 

If you have been injured in a rollover crash, or another crash, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you.  Call us today for a free consultation.  1.866.705.7584.

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Two people were injured in a single-SUV accident on northbound I-35E near the exit ramp for Inwood Road today.  Witnesses report that the driver apparently steered into a grassy area near the exit and struck an object before the SUV overturned.  Two people suffered injuries that authorities say do not appear to be life-threatening.

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A Grandview police officer was seriously injured this week in a wreck in the 3800 block of County Road 405, northwest of Grandview.  The officer lost control of his car on a 90-degree turn while responding to a disturbance involving a man and two women.  Investigators say that his car slid off of the roadway and struck a tree at a high rate of speed.  The officer was taken by helicopter to Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth, where he is in critical condition.

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Two teenagers and an adult were killed, and two other teenagers were injured, in a wreck involving a tractor-trailer in Fort Worth.  The wreck happened at the rest area on U.S. 81/287 near Decatur when the Dodge Stratus carrying the victims slid beneath the back of a parked truck.  Witnesses report that the car was traveling at a high rate of speed, perhaps as much as 90 miles per hour.  The impact was so powerful the top of the Stratus was sheared off.  The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured.

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An infant was injured in a motorcycle crash today in the 9000 block of Lake June Road in Dallas.  Authorities say that a 12 year old was holding the infant while riding a small motorcycle on a public road.  The boy lost control of the motorcycle and crashed it into a curb.  The infant was taken to an area hospital and listed in serious condition.  The boy was slightly injured and was treated at the scene.  The adult who was responsible for the infant was inside a nearby apartment when the accident occurred. 

If your child has been injured in a motorcycle wreck, car wreck, or while in the care of another person, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati can help you sort through the debris and determine your rights.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584.  

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A wrong way crash on I-30 at Ferguson Road Sunday morning left one person dead and sent three others to the hospital.  A woman driving a Ford F-150, who had two passengers with her, was going eastbound in the westbound lanes of the highway.  She crashed head on into a Chevy Tahoe.  One of the passengers, Ana Tello of Mesquite, died at the scene.  The drivers of both cars and the other pickup passenger were taken to area hospitals for treatment.

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A motorcyclist was killed in Tarrant County Friday when his vehicle collided with a Nissan Cube.  The accident occurred on Bonds Ranch Road in Fort Worth.  Authorities say that the driver of the Cube was pulling away from a stop sign on the northbound feeder road of 287 when the collision occurred.  Witnesses say that, after striking the Cube, the motorcycle continued approximately 120 feet down the roadway until it crashed and burst into flames.  The driver of the motorcycle died at the scene. 

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A woman was killed and three others were hurt when the car they were riding in crashed into a light pole and split in two.  The driver lost control of the car on southbound I-35W in Fort Worth.  Witnesses reported that the car traveled approximately 40 feet on top of a concrete barrier in the center median before striking the light pole.  The woman who died was trapped in the half of the car that burst into flames after the accident.  The injured individuals were taken to John Peter Smith Hospital and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth.

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Four boys were hurt when a car crashed into a home in Lancaster.  Witnesses reported that the car ran a stop sign before running into the residence.  Investigators say that the car traveled about 12 feet into the home in the 800 block of West Pleasant Run Road.  The boys, whose ages range from 10-12, were taken to area hospitals for treatment. 

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Three children and one adult were hurt in a hit-and-run accident in Pleasant Grove.  The children were passengers in a minivan that was traveling south on Masters Drive when a Lincoln Navigator ran a stop sign at Muskogee Drive.  The Navigator struck the minivan.  The driver of the minivan escaped injury, but an adult passenger and three children were taken to area hospitals for treatment.  The Navigator fled the scene, but was later recovered by police after it was found abandoned nearby.  The investigation remains open until authorities locate the driver of the Navigator.

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A pedestrian was hit Thursday in the lower Greenville area of Dallas.  Witnesses report that the individual, a man, was struck while trying to cross Greenville Avenue, by a pickup truck traveling at a moderate rate of speed.  The man was knocked down.  He was taken by ambulance to an area hospital.

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Two children and two adults were injured in an accident on U.S. Highway 287 Thursday morning.  The accident occurred near the intersection of 287 and Blue Mound Road in northwest Fort Worth.  Authorities report that the individuals were ejected from the automobile in which they were riding.  The children were taken to Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth for treatment. 

If you or someone you care for has been hurt in a traffic accident, the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati are here to help you find justice.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 and we'd be happy to discuss your case with you. 

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A wreck on I-30 east in Dallas today injured two people and slowed rush hour traffic to a crawl.  One car, a late model Ford, was involved in the accident.  The driver apparently lost control and skidded off the roadway near the Motley Drive exit.  The car overturned, and the driver and one passenger were injured in the crash.

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An 18-wheeler on I-35E in Dallas overturned near Colorado Boulevard.  The wreck blocked traffic for hours.  The driver was injured in the wreck, and was treated at an area hospital.  No other vehicles were involved. 

The truck was carrying a load of graham crackers, and the cargo was unloaded onto the roadside when the truck was cleared.  Motorists stopped to gather the crackers, until health officials arrived and said no more.

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A woman died from injuries sustained after being thrown from a pickup truck bed in Arlington.  The woman, Amy Joette Wheat, 38, was an employee of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, and was riding in the back of a government truck when she was apparently thrown into a light pole in the 4800 block of Belt Line Road.  Wheat's co-workers attempted to transport her to a hospital, but she died en route. 

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A Frisco woman and her two young children were killed, while her husband and the children's father was critically injured, in a wreck on I-20 in Kaufman County this weekend.  The family was traveling in heavy traffic in an SUV when an 18-wheeler struck them from behind.  The force of the impact was enough to push their SUV into another car, which in turn was pushed into another 18-wheeler and into the highway median.  The SUV then caught fire.  The driver of the first truck was injured, as were the driver and passengers in the second car.

If you or someone you care about has been injured or killed in an accident, the attorneys of Fears  | Nachawati are here to protect your legal rights in your time of need.  Hiring an attorney after a tragic accident ensures that you are free to grieve and heal without having to worry about dealing with insurance companies or others who might prey on you when you are vulnerable.  Call us today at 1.866.705.7584 to discuss your needs.  

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A man was taken to the hospital treatment after a train collided with a pickup truck.  The accident occurred on Union Pacific tracks in the 4100 block of Division Street in Arlington.  Investigators said that the truck was trying to cross the railroad tracks at an unmanned crossing when the train struck the pickup.  Two individuals were in the pickup when the incident occurred.  The railroad tracks are temporarily closed while authorities complete their investigation. 

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A woman who had pulled over to the side of 635/LBJ freeway because of a flat tire was killed early Tuesday morning in an accident involving a tractor-trailer.  The woman, Doris Satterfield, was trying to re-enter traffic on the freeway when her car was hit.  She died at the scene.  Her husband was critically injured and was taken to Parkland Hospital.  A third car was also hit in the crash, which was a Jeep driven by the couple's son, who had come to their aid with the flat tire.  He suffered minor injuries and was taken to Baylor Medical Center.  The driver of the big rig has told investigators that he didn't see the car in time to stop.  Authorities do not expect any charges to be filed, but are continuing to investigate the accident.

The attorneys and legal professionals of Fears | Nachawati have years of experience helping the victims of tractor-trailer wrecks.  If you have been in an accident with a tractor-trailer, or any other accident, please call us at 1.866.705.7584 to put us to work for you. 

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A 28 year old man crashed while driving westbound on I-635, the LBJ Freeway.  The driver, Tien-Jung Kuo, lost control of the vehicle near the Coit Road exit.  The vehicle veered across the highway and crashed into a concrete barrier.  One passenger was taken to Medical City Dallas Hospital where he died from his injuries.  The other passenger was taken to Parkland Hospital and listed in critical condition.  The driver has been charged with intoxication manslaughter. 

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Two Texas A&M freshmen were tragically killed in a three-car wreck on Texas Highway 21.  The young men, Tanner Lloyd Ferris and Nathan V. Shearod, both members of the Aggie Corps of Cadets and the Aggie Band, were traveling in a Jeep when it stuck a vehicle stopped on the road.  Ferris, the driver, swerved, and the Jeep was then hit by a third vehicle and caught on fire. 

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Eighty-seven year old Fred Donald Krusemark of Dallas died recently of injuries sustained in a high-speed crash at Texas Motor Speedway.  Krusemark, a World War II Navy veteran, was riding along with a professional driver on the course as a reward for being a blood donor. 

The car Krusemark was riding in blew a tire on the course, and crashed into a wall.  Krusemark died two days later from blunt force trauma to the head and neck.  The driver of the car remains in critical condition. 

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A motorcyclist struck a pedestrian in southeast Oak Cliff recently.  The pedestrian, Paul Bellard of Dallas, was attempting to cross the 6200 block of Bonnie View Road about 10 p.m. Tuesday night.  The motorcyclist, Lashon Hudson of Dallas, was traveling southbound on that road when he hit Bellard with his Suzuki.  Investigators believe that Hudson was doing a wheelie at the time of the accident, and that his front wheel was off the ground.  The impact of the crash sent Hudson off of his bike, and threw Bellard into the northbound lanes of Bonnie View Road.

Husdon was taken to Baylor University Medical Center, while Bellard was taken to Methodist Charlton Medical Center.  Both men died. 

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Five people were hurt in a two-car wreck in Arlington Tuesday.  The accident occurred on Pioneer Parkway at Davis Drive.  Authorities had to shut down eastbound Pioneer Parkway for more than three hours to clear the accident.  One of the individuals injured was airlifted to a hospital.  The other four individuals were taken to area hospitals by ambulance. 

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A fire at LyondellBasell's oil refinery on the Houston ship channel broke out yesterday afternoon.  The blaze, which started in a crude distillation unit, sent huge plumes of black smoke into the air.  The fire burned for more than an hour

Two firefighters were injured while fighting the fire, suffering heat exhaustion. 

The refinery is the country's 16th largest, and refines 268,000 barrels of oil per day.  An incident in July 2008 at the facility involving a crane killed four workers. 

Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the fire and continue to assess the extent of damage to the refinery. 

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Recent DFW Metroplex news includes stories of three recent on-the-job fatalities:

A 30 year old man working as a subcontractor for Tarrant County was electrocuted Tuesday.  The man was working to repair light fixtures in the mechanical room on the top of the Plaza Garage, located at the intersection of West Weatherford and Burnett streets.  Fort Worth paramedics and MedStar attempted to save the worker, but their attempts at resuscitation were unsuccessful.  The man was pronounced dead at the scene.  Authorities are investigating this on-the-job death. 

A lawn maintenance worker was killed Tuesday morning in Grand Prairie after he was struck by a passing motorist.  The man, Fransisco Lara, 35, was taken by helicopter to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.  Mr. Lara was struck by a car while he was using a leaf blower to clear debris from the street.  The driver was not injured.  Authorities are investigating this accident.

The body of Roderick Terrell, a Dallas sanitation worker, was found Tuesday at the McCommas Bluff Landfill in Dallas.  Mr. Terrell was on the job at the landfill when he was last seen.  Coworkers found Mr. Terrell's truck, still running, and began searching for him shortly thereafter.  His body was found the next day.  Authorities are investigating the cause of Mr. Terrell's death. 

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One adult and two children were killed in a firey single-car accident near the intersection of I-20 and I-35W in Fort Worth early Sunday morning. 

Investigators say that the driver, a woman, was traveling on the northbound service road of 35 when the car crossed over the right curb.  The car then struck the base of an overhead sign and caught fire. 

In addition to the driver, there were five children in the car when the accident occurred.  Two children soon exited the blazing wreck, and were taken to Cook Children's Medical Center.  One other child was freed by Fort Worth firefighters and was taken to Parkland Memorial Hospital.  The other two children and the driver did not escape the wreck, and were pronounced dead at the scene. 

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Texas Department of Family and Protective Services has formally revoked the permit of a Fort Worth daycare after a child at the facility was struck by a yardstick.  The striking was characterized as a spanking by the daycare.  A spokeswoman for the department says that spanking is not permitted at any daycare within the state. 

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A horse wandered onto the main lanes of I-20 Wednesday morning, causing a four-car pileup that shut down two lanes of traffic.  The accident occurred near the St. Augustine Road.  The horse was killed.  One man was injured in the crash, he is currently in stable condition.  Authorities are investigating how the horse got onto the highway, and searching for its owner.

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Marcos Ruiz, age 17, died Monday at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth from injuries sustained in an accident Monday morning involving an SUV and an 18-wheeler.  The wreck occurred on I-30 in Arlington near the Lamar Boulevard / Cooper Street exit. 

The SUV was reported stolen before the accident from a home in Arlington.  The 16-year-old driver of the SUV attempted to run away from the wreck, but was arrested and is now in custody.  Another 17-year old passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries. 

The driver of the rig was also injured, and he remains hospitalized in stable condition. 

Police believe that the truck driver somehow lost control of his rig and crashed into the highway median.  The trailer of the truck fell onto the SUV.  Authorities are not sure what caused the accident, and investigations are ongoing. 

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A school bus aid in McKinney was fired last week after hitting an elementary school student with a belt.  The 10 year old male student was taking the bus to school on April 12 when the incident occurred.

The driver had worked for Durham School Services, which handles transportation for McKinney Independent School District, for about three months.  The driver had passed a background check and been through training. 

The incident is being investigated by local authorities. 

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As the plaintiff in a Texas personal injury lawsuit, you have the burden of proving that the defendant was at fault for your injuries. In civil lawsuits, the burden of proof is a “preponderance of the evidence.” Preponderance of the evidence simply means that your version of the facts is more likely than not to be true.

Most personal injury claims are based on the legal principle of negligence. A person is negligent when they fail to exercise the care that a reasonable person would under the same circumstances. If someone’s negligence causes an injury to another person, then they can be held liable for their damages.

To prove fault under a theory of negligence, you must show four things:

1. The defendant owed you a legal duty of care.
2. The defendant breached that duty through their actions.
3. The defendant’s conduct caused an accident involving the plaintiff.
4. The plaintiff was injured or harmed in some way as a result.

Here’s an example of how these four elements would work in a personal injury lawsuit. Let’s say that Joe runs a stop sign and hits a car being driven by Sue. Sue had no stop sign, so she had the right of way. In order to bring a successful personal injury lawsuit, Sue will need to prove that:

1. Because Joe was operating a vehicle on public streets, he owed Sue and all other drivers a legal duty to drive with reasonable caution.
2. By running the stop sign, Joe breached that duty of care.
3. As a result of breaching his legal duty to drive with reasonable caution, Joe caused his car to collide with Sue’s car.
4. Due to the collision with Joe’s car, Sue suffered injuries.

If you have been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you should seek the immediate advice of an experienced personal injury attorney to learn about your legal rights.

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The days following a car accident can be a confusing time. You have to deal with a damaged vehicle, paperwork, phone calls and, depending on the seriousness of the accident, you may be recovering from injuries as well.

Particularly if this is your first car accident, you may be unsure of how a car accident insurance claim works. The car insurance claims process is actually much more simple than it may initially seem. In fact, the whole process can be broken down into three basic steps:

1. Submitting your car insurance claim: After you’ve been in a car accident, you should let your insurance company know as soon as possible, regardless of who was at fault. Submitting your car insurance claim starts with a phone call to your insurance company. You’ll then be asked to fill out a claims report where you’ll recount the details of the accident, such as how it happened and the contact information for the other drivers involved. You’ll be assigned a claim number, and an insurance adjuster will be appointed to investigate your case.
2. Investigating the claim: The insurance adjuster’s job is to verify how the accident occurred and who was at fault. They will also evaluate the damage to your vehicle so that a settlement offer can be made.
3. Paying out on the claim: Last, your insurance company will pay you the amount of money that represents how much it will cost to repair your car. If the insurance company decides to declare your car “totaled,” the amount paid will represent the value of your car before the accident occurred.

Difficulties, however, can arise during the car insurance claims process. For example, the insurance company may say that you were at fault when you believe the other driver caused the accident. Or, they may try to offer you a settlement that’s lower than what you deserve.

That is why an auto accident attorney is a valuable resource throughout the car insurance claims process. An auto accident attorney can relieve you of the burden of dealing with the insurance company and the adjuster. And an attorney will make sure that you receive a fair settlement.

If you have been involved in a car accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today for free legal advice about the car insurance claims process. To speak with one of our attorneys, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free helpline at 1.866.705.7584.

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A single construction project could involve dozens of professionals, contractors and companies. As a result, when a worker is injured in a construction accident, there are numerous different people who may be liable. Depending on the size and complexity of the project, the people and/or entities responsible for the construction accident could include:

·         Property owners

·         General contractors

·         Sub-contractors

·         Engineers

·         Designers

·         Architects

·         Equipment or material suppliers

·         Construction managers

·         Safety consultants

In some cases, more than one party could be responsible for your construction accident. There are also times when the at-fault party is not immediately obvious. Every case is unique, and liability will depend on factors such as contractual agreements, legal duties and the circumstances surrounding your accident.

It is important that you identify all potentially liable parties from the outset of a personal injury lawsuit so that you do not lose your ability to seek compensation from them. A lawyer can review the facts of your case and determine who is at fault for your injuries.

If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today. We provide construction accident victims with free legal advice. To receive your free consultation with a Texas personal injury lawyer, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584.

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Causes of construction accidents vary depending on the type of job, the work environment and the equipment used in the course of the victim’s daily work. While there are numerous causes of construction accidents, there are certain types of on-the-job accidents that Texas personal injury lawyers come across on a regular basis.

One common cause of Texas construction accidents is faulty equipment due to regular wear and tear. After a while, equipment simply needs to be replaced or repaired due to the strain of daily use. Workers can be seriously injured on the job if they are using worn-out tools and equipment. Equipment needs to be serviced regularly to ensure that it is safe for use on the job.

Falls are another frequent cause of workplace injuries. According to the U.S. Department of Safety, falls accounted for 15% of all workplace fatalities in 2007. General research indicates that falls account for one out of every three construction accident deaths. The most common type is a worker falling from a roof, but faulty scaffolding is another frequent cause of falls in the workplace.

Other causes of construction accidents include:

• Electrocution
• Asphyxiation
• Lack of proper training
• Fires or explosions
• Heavy machinery accidents, such as cranes and forklifts
• Faulty safety harness
• Welding accidents
• Trench collapses
• Falling objects
• Failure to comply with OSHA safety standards
• Exposure to caustic chemicals
• Holes in the floor
• Compressed gases
• Lifting heavy objects

Sadly, many Texas construction accidents could have been avoided through basic safety measures. However, employers sometimes fail in their duty to provide their employees with a safe work environment. In these cases, the injured worker is sometimes eligible to bring a personal injury lawsuit and/or pursue a worker’s compensation claim.

If you have been injured in a construction accident, contact Fears | Nachawati today for free legal advice on whether you have a personal injury claim. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

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Every day in the United States, workers are injured while on the job. Sadly, the number of injuries – and fatalities – is far higher for those working in the construction industry. In fact, in 2004, the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics stated that the construction industry has the second highest number of fatalities of all industries in the U.S. The study also revealed that construction workers have a higher-than-average number of days off from work due to illness or injury.

Other studies have indicated that one out of every ten construction workers will be injured on the job at some point during their career.

The stakes are even higher for construction workers in Texas. Since 1992, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Texas has ranked either first or second in the number of workplace injuries per year – construction site accidents accounted for the largest number of those injuries. In 2004, for instance, Texas was in second place with 114 fatalities in the construction sector.

Other shocking statistics related to construction site accidents include:

·         Research conducted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health showed that, in 2007, construction accidents caused the highest number of fatalities of any industry.

·         In 2007, over 1,100 construction-related fatalities were reported.

·         Falls are the most common cause of fatal construction site accidents.

·         After falls, transportation accidents, falling objects and electrocution are the most common causes of construction-related deaths, respectively.

·         Of all workers compensation costs across the country, 15% are due to construction site accidents.

As these statistics show, the construction industry is a highly dangerous occupation that puts workers at serious risk of suffering an on-the-job injury. If you or a loved one has been injured in a construction site accident, contact us today.

The Texas personal injury lawyers of Fears | Nachawati provide free legal advice to victims of construction site injuries. Simply email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584.

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A 15-year-old was killed in a car accident involving an 18-wheeler. The accident took place on Tuesday evening near Muleshoe, Texas. The driver, Eric Zille, failed to yield to the right of way, which resulted in his car being broadsided by the 18-wheeler.

Zille and a passenger were traveling in a 2007 Chevy Impala when they pulled out onto U.S. 84 in the direct path of an oncoming 18-wheeler.

The victim killed in the crash was Zille’s passenger, Lizette Sandoval, also 15. Zille was flown to University Medical center. His current condition has not been released.

For more on this Texas car accident, click here for the complete story.

Sadly, car accidents involving 18-wheelers all too often end in fatalities. Tractor trailers are simply bigger and more powerful than the average motor vehicle, which leads to serious injuries and sometimes even death for the person or persons riding in the car.

Fears | Nachawati represents car accidents victims, including those who have been in an accident with an 18-wheeler, in bringing Texas personal injury lawsuits. For a free legal consultation with a Texas personal injury lawyer, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation. 

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Fourth of July fireworks turned chaotic in Amarillo Saturday night after a multi-vehicle car accident that sent five people to the hospital.

A driver of a Grand Am was stopped in the left lane of Bell Street around 7pm, waiting to turn left into John S. Stiff Memorial Park to watch the fireworks. An Explorer traveling at an excessive rate of speed came up behind the stopped Grand Am. The driver of the Explorer swerved to avoid rear-ending the car and wound up crashing into a Corolla.

At this point, the driver of the Explorer completely lost control of the vehicle, rear-ending the Grand Am and then spinning wildly until colliding with a Dodge pickup.

A stream of people continued to arrive to watch the fireworks and found the Bell Street entrance closed for over two hours. Traffic was diverted to a second park entrance, but those entering on foot walked passed the accident on their way into the park.

For the rest of the story on this Texas car accident, click here for the complete article.

Fears | Nachawati is a Texas personal injury law firm representing victims of car accidents. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

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A head-on collision with an SUV killed a motorcycle rider. The accident took place on FM 2483 in Morgan’s Point on Saturday morning.

The motorcyclist was 55-year-old Alan McClure of Temple, Texas. According to police, it appears that McClure was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.

The accident was caused by the driver of the SUV turning left onto FM 2483 and into the path of the oncoming motorcycle. The motorcycle and the SUV collided head-on.

McClure later died of his injuries at Scott & White Hospital.

The driver and two passengers in the SUV have not been identified. None of the three were injured.

The fatal motorcycle accident remains under investigation. Police say the driver of the SUV will be charged with failure to yield right of way.

To read more about this Texas motorcycle accident, click here for the full story.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle or car accident, contact the attorneys of Fears | Nachawati today. You can receive a free legal consultation with one of our Texas personal injury lawyers simply by emailing us at info@fnlawfirm.com or calling our toll-free helpline at 1.866.705.7584.

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An Arlington, Texas, mother is suing a daycare center after her daughter’s near drowning last year on a daycare field trip.

In 2008, Kyla Shellman, now 7, went on a field trip to an aquatic center with her then daycare Children’s Palace Christian Learning Center. During the field trip, Shellman fell into a 12-foot deep pool where she nearly drowned.

Shellman’s mother, Kendralyn Jessie, says that she noted Shellman’s inability to swim on the field trip permission form. Jessie also adds that she was led to believe the field trip was to a “splash park.”

Child Protective Services says that there was a lack of supervision during the trip. CPS also adds that Shellman was “placed in a situation that could have led to [her] death.”

Jessie is suing for change. She wants to see daycare center violations left online for a longer period of time so that parents can make a more informed choice when selecting care for their children.  Along with Shellman’s accident, Children’s Palace Christian Learning Center has close to 30 violations.

For more on this Arlington, Texas, lawsuit, click here to read the full story.

If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of a third party, contact Fears | Nachawati today. We’re available by email at info@fnlawfirm.com or by phone at 1.866.705.7584.

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Mediation in personal injury cases typically occurs after a lawsuit is filed, but before a trial before a jury or judge takes place.  Once an injury suit is filed, mediation is usually your last chance to resolve your case, absent a full-blown trial, and , many cases in fact settle at mediation.  During mediation, the mediator is a neutral arbiter between the parties and their goal is to try and resolve the injury claim in a manner that all parties can live with.  Your lawyer should explain to you how mediation works well in advance.  Typically, mediation lasts a half day or a full day, depending on the complexity of the case.  At the beginning of mediation, parties meet in one conference room where your lawyer makes a short presentation to the mediator and the party being sued concerning the facts of your injury case.  Sometimes, the attorney for the party being sued responds with a brief statement and the parties then break into separate rooms.  The mediator typically goes back and forth into separate conference rooms with monetary offers.  If the parties to the injury suit can come together on a settlement, the mediator drafts a short settlement agreement and the injury claim is finalized usually within 30 days following mediation.  If however, the parties are unable to come together on a fair settlement, the case will go to trial.  It is important to ensure your lawyer is willing to go the distance and take your case to trial if necessary.  Lawyers at my firm, Fears | Nachawati, attend mediation frequently, and more importantly, will absolutely take a case to trial if the negligent party (at fault party) is unwilling to pay a fair and reasonable settlement amount. If you have an injury claim and need legal help or advice, contact me at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by phone - 1.866.705.7584.

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A head-on collision on State Highway 6 killed one person and injured four. The accident was caused by a driver crossing over the median and heading into oncoming traffic in the southbound lane.

The driver was 19-year-old Matias Perez whose Mustang struck a Honda civic which was carrying three people. The driver of the Civic, 53-year-old Rolando Alvarez, died at the scene.

His 14-year-old sister and his 3-year-old daughter were both injured and transported to area hospitals. Perez was also injured in the car accident, and was flown to a Houston, Texas, hospital.

A fourth car was also struck, and the driver suffered minor injuries.

The accident remains under investigation. The reason for Perez crossing the center of the highway remains unknown.

For the complete article, click here.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident, contact Fears| Nachawati today for free legal advice about a potential personal injury claim. You can reach us by email at info@fnlawfirm.com or by toll free phone at 1.866.705.7584.

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Ray A. Dodson of Port Acres, Texas, age 69, was on his way to a dialysis treatment when he lost control of his truck and struck an oncoming vehicle head-on. Dodson died at the scene of the accident, and five others were injured.  The accident took place early on the morning of Wednesday, May 27^th. Dodson was reportedly running late for his treatment.

The accident occurred when Dodson attempted to pass another car on highway 365 by driving on the shoulder of the road. It was then that he lost control of his Dodge Ram, veering into westbound traffic and crashing into several oncoming vehicles.

The collision caused two other accidents involving three other cars. A total of six people were involved in the crashes. All five of the other individuals were injured in the massive accident and were taken to area hospitals for treatment.

An autopsy on Dodson has been ordered because it is believed that preexisting health conditions, and not the collision itself, may have caused his death.

For more on this story, click here.

Drivers in a rush to get to their destination often make poor decisions on the road. This negligence, as this story shows, can lead to serious accidents, including deaths and injuries. If you have been hurt in a car accident, you should seek the advice of a qualified personal injury attorney. For a free consultation, contact the personal injury attorneys of Fears | Nachawati at info@fnlawfirm.com or toll free at 1.866.705.7584. 

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Many times, people injured in auto accidents wonder whether they have a case or what their legal options may be after being injured in an accident through no fault of their own.  In some cases, injured people are not even sure if they have a good legal case.  Most attorneys work on a contingency basis, meaning there typically are no out of pocket costs to clients for attorneys fees and expenses.  Some people are hesitant to involve an attorney, but as an attorney who cares about taking care of potential clients, I believe it certainly can be helpful to obtain accurate legal information from a personal injury attorney who can provide valuable help and, in some cases, representation that oftentimes results in a more favorable settlement for those injured by another person's negligence. If you have been injured in an auto accident, contact  our law firm by submitting our form to the left or call Fears & Nachawati Law Firm to set up a free legal consultation.  Fears | Nachawati Law Firm, Toll Free 1 (866) 705-7584.

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This morning, the Dallas Morning News reported a car accident that was caused by a drunk driver.

On Sept. 11, 2001, a family appointment kept Ms. Marilyn Gates from boarding Flight 11, one of her regular flights. After takeoff from Boston, the Los Angeles-bound plan was hijacked and flown into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City.

But the New Hampshire woman couldn't dodge fate – or tragedy – forever. Less than five years after escaping the nation's worst terrorist attack, the 52-year-old was killed when a drunken driver ran a red light and slammed into her car on a North Texas roadway. The crash injured two others.
The driver, Stephen David Mole, was sentenced this month to 30 years in prison for intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault. The 54-year-old Keller man must serve at least half of his sentence because a Denton County jury found that he had used his car as a deadly weapon.

Ms. Gates' unexpected death sent shock waves through her close-knit family and those who came to feel close to her through the criminal investigation.

"She cheated death once but came down here and couldn't cheat it again," said Brent Robbins, an investigator for the Denton County district attorney's office who is credited with working tirelessly on the case.

 

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This afternoon, the Houston Chronicle reported that the car accident involving a police officer may be alcohol related. 

Prosecutors are awaiting blood test results before deciding whether to charge an off-duty Texas City police officer whose pickup slammed into a parked car last week, killing a La Marque woman.

Investigators need alcohol blood-level results, completion of an accident reconstruction and statements from witnesses on the whereabouts of Officer John L. White, 36, before the fatal accident, Galveston County District Attorney Kurt Sistrunk said today.

"The best guess is that we're probably at least two weeks away from having all we've asked for," Sistrunk said.

He said that if the evidence supported it, White could be charged with intoxication manslaughter, a felony carrying a punishment ranging from two to 20 years in prison and a maximum $10,000 fine.

Leticia L. Ortiz, 26, died after White's Ford F-150 pickup plowed into her Toyota Yaris, parked on the shoulder of the eastbound lane in the 9000 block of FM 1764, at 1:29 a.m. Friday, Department of Public Safety spokesman Ken Jones said.

Sistrunk said the DPS and the Texas City police were continuing their investigations.
Texas City Police Cpt. Brian Goetschius said White suffered a "few bumps and bruises" and will remain on duty during the investigation.

"Our office has assisted the DA's office and the DPS in whatever they have requested," Goetschius said. He referred all questions about the investigation to Sistrunk.

Sistrunk said in an e-mail that his office's on-call attorney was called to the scene by the Texas City police as is typical in all fatal accidents where intoxication is suspected to have played a role. The prosecutor worked with troopers and police to gather evidence at the scene and made requests for further information, Sistrunk said.

He said blood drawn from White was taken to the DPS laboratory for expedited analysis.

Records from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education show that White worked with the Port of Galveston Police Department from November 2001 to April 2004 before joining the Texas City Police Department.

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Today, the Houston Chronicle reported that a pregnant woman and her child were involved in a car accident with the Constable.                                          

A pregnant woman and a young child were taken to the hospital by Life Flight helicopter after a Harris County deputy constable patrol car struck their vehicle on the Sam Houston Tollway, authorities said. The accident happened about 11 a.m. at the North Loop 's westbound tollway plaza near Antoine, officials said.

A Precinct 4 deputy constable was was in the EZ tag lane when his cruiser struck the rear of a sedan carrying at least five people, officials said.

One of the passengers, a pregnant mother, and a child, believed to be 2-to-4 years old, were flown to Memorial Hermann Hospital in unknown condition, officials said.

A woman in the sedan was taken to the hospital by ambulance, officials said.

The deputy constable, who has not been identified, suffered cuts and bruises in the wreck and was taken to Houston Northwest Medical Center , officials said.

"He's going through some x-rays and CAT scans," said Harris County Precinct 4 Capt. Mark Herman.

Officials said two other people in the car weren't injured. Patrol deputies drove them to Memorial Hermann Hospital where the pregnant woman and the toddler were taken.

The accident remains under investigation. Officials said it wasn't yet known if the car suddenly stopped on the toll road just before it was struck by the patrol car.

"We're still looking into it. It's going to take us awhile," Herman said. "Our main concern right now is getting the injured some help and then getting the accident properly investigated."

The accident will be reviewed by the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Herman said.

This is another incident where legal issues may be involved. Lives may be at stake for reasons that may or may not be clear. By filing a personal injury lawsuit, the injured party can be compensated for the pain that never should have ocurred in the first place.

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Early this morning, the Dallas Morning News covered an 18 wheeler wreck that resulted in two fatalities.   

"A driver and his passenger were killed when their car collided with an 18-wheeler late Sunday in Arlington.  The accident was reported just before midnight on eastbound Interstate 20 at Cooper Street.  Arlington police indentified the driver of the car as Abdelrahman Joudeh, 23, of Arlington.  The identity of the male passenger was not immediately available.  The driver of the tractor-trailer truck was taken to a hospital in critical condition. The cause of the accident was under investigation."

This tragic accident is another unfortunate example of the severity of any crash involving an 18 wheeler.  In my experience as a personal injury attorney focusing on 18 wheeler accidents, I always tell individuals involved to seek the advice of a skilled personal injury attorney as soon as possible, as there are many issues that come up when dealing with crashes of this magnitude.

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Late this afternoon, a major trucking accident occurred in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex resulting in serious injury to the driver.  In 18 wheeler accidents, it is important that vital evidence is preserved, including the black box, data recorder, the tractor, driver logs, tires, and any other important evidence or information relating to the accident. The Dallas Morning News covered the trucking accident:

One injured, lanes closed after tanker overturns on Highway 183 in Bedford, Texas

Commuters traveling westbound on State Highway 183 near Bedford should find an alternate route home, officials said Tuesday afternoon.

A fuel tanker truck traveling westbound on State Highway 183 overturned Tuesday afternoon near the northbound State Highway 121 ramp, causing officials to close traffic lanes while the spilled fuel is cleared.

One of three traffic lanes on westbound State Highway 183 and the northbound ramp to State Highway 121 were closed as of early afternoon, Bedford police Lt. Kirk Roberts said.

It’s likely the wreckage won’t be removed until 7 p.m., Lt. Roberts said, because workers are cleaning the fuel spill before they remove the overturned truck

The truck driver was transported in serious condition to Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital, police said.

  

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