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Austin is a bicycle-friendly city. From creating dedicated bike lanes to car-free pedestrian paths, the city has made great strides to accommodate the needs of cyclists – and it’s paid off. According to the Austin American Statesman, bicycle-involved accidents have steadily decreased since 2014, dropping from 260 that year to 180 in 2021. But, sadly,…

The time it takes to settle a personal injury claim depends on several factors specific to the case. Many personal injury claims are settled during mediation or negotiations and resolved within a year. However, those that go to trial can take much longer, though a trial may result in a more substantial verdict. During your…

According to the National Safety Council, more than 1.5 million motor vehicle accidents are caused by cellphone use each year. One out of every four car accidents in the United States is related to texting while driving alone, and nearly 400,000 people are injured in these accidents every year. In the state of Texas,…

AAA predicts nearly 48 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home to celebrate with friends and family this Fourth of July holiday period (July 1st – 5th). According to the auto club, close to six million people will travel by bus, train, or air, with the remaining traveling primarily by car….

Generally speaking, the statute of limitations for a personal injury in Texas is two years from the date of the accident. This is the same for motor vehicle accidents as it is for boating accidents. It is best to take action long before the statute of limitations expires. Taking action immediately following a boating…

Drunk driving accidents increase during the summer. Between May and September, serious and fatal car accidents involving drunk drivers become much more common. Many of these occur during the major summer holidays of Memorial Day, July Fourth, and Labor Day, but an accident caused by a drunk driver can happen at any time. If…

Workplace injuries are a common thing. The worst thing is that some employers fail to implement appropriate measures that would help in mitigating workplace accidents and injuries. When involved in an accident or get injured while working, we at Shaw Cowart LLP can help you negotiate your case and file for compensation. With our…

Every summer, some parents go through the harrowing experience of taking their kids to the emergency room due to a bicycle accident. The causes of these accidents can be as simple as a child failing to wear a helmet. In other cases, they might have been hit by a car or a motorcycle. Before…

It’s spring! Now is the best time to hit-the-trail. Most motorcyclists will be up and about now that the season favors them to enjoy the ride and bask in the warm weather. With this in mind, May is often considered the National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. So, what happens during this month? The main…

One key reason you should hire a car accident attorney is that they will work to ensure you get compensated accordingly. But that’s not the sole reason you should find yourself an accident lawyer. The following are other reasons why working with an accident lawyer is crucial: Legal Expertise A car accident attorney has…