Distracted driving is driving while engaging in other activities that distract the driver’s attention from the road. Distracted driving can be extremely dangerous and causes hundreds of thousands of crashes yearly. Experts have identified three types of distracted driving: manual, visual, and cognitive. Three Types of Distracted Driving Manual Distractions are caused by using your … Read more
DWI Accident Claims Life of 16-Year-Old Boy A 16-year-old male student who attended Trinity Garza Early High School at Mountain View, was killed in a car accident when an intoxicated 22-year-old male, lost control of his SUV while heading westbound and crossed over the center line striking the teen’s vehicle. The accident occurred on October … Read more
Your teen driver may look for any reason to get behind the wheel, whether it’s running to the grocery store or just a quick trip to the gas station. Even these relatively minor daily occurrences can cause anxiety for any parent and raise concerns as to their teens’ safety behind the wheel. Rightfully so! There … Read more
1 Dead, 1 Injured After Garland Truck Accident On Nov. 1st, two 18-wheelers were involved in a deadly Garland truck accident that left one victim injured and one sadly succumbing to their injuries. The accident occurred at around 4:45 am on I-30 near Zion Road. Both trailers were traveling westbound, and once they collided, they … Read more
One of the unfortunate realities of being homeless is that one is often subject to extreme weather conditions with little protection. This can include unbearable heat in the summer, freezing cold in the winter, and even heavy rains or other forms of precipitation. Unfortunately, this exposure can lead to a number of health complications, including … Read more
An estimated 100,000 auto accidents yearly result from driving while fatigued, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These accidents claim over 800 lives annually and cause more than 50,000 injuries. However, the real number may be much higher, as it is difficult to determine whether a driver was drowsy during a crash. A … Read more
At Genthe Law Firm, we appreciate the vital role commercial drivers play in our country’s supply chain. However, we believe that negligent drivers who injure others due to their carelessness must be held accountable for their actions. Have you been in an accident involving a commercial driver? Here’s what you should know about the next … Read more
If you’re one of the many cyclists who hit the streets of Dallas daily, you already know that biking isn’t just about getting from point A to point B – it’s a lifestyle. From commuting downtown to cruising the Katy Trail, cycling is a healthy, eco-friendly way to move through the city. But let’s face … Read more
When you’ve been injured in an accident, things get scary in a hurry. Not only do you have to find room in your busy schedule between work, the kids, and everything else for medical appointments, but you also have to deal with insurance company adjusters. Insurance adjusters can vary greatly from company to company. Some … Read more
18-Wheeler Accident Shuts Down Major Fort Worth Highway On November 8, 2022, the Fort Worth Police Department closed all northbound lanes of Interstate 35 near Highway 114 after a semi rolled over, spilling hazardous materials. Witnesses on the scene helped the driver escape, but there are no updates on his condition. First responders and other … Read more
It is startling, but true: every 60 seconds, an average of 13 car accidents happen on United States roadways. Unfortunately, many of these incidents can be traced back to careless drivers – individuals who weren’t paying attention to their surroundings or following the posted speed limit. At Genthe Law Firm, our attorneys understand the distress … Read more
If you’re ever injured in a car accident or negligent incident at the workplace, you’re bound to want financial recovery after paying seemingly endless hospital bills and working through the physical and emotional anguish of recovery. Yes, most insurance companies will give you some compensation, but in most cases, these amounts are the absolute minimum. … Read more
A driver backed his car over a man sleeping on the west curb on October 10, 2o22, at about 3:30 a.m. Then, the driver left the scene of this accident in the 1500 block of East Presidio Street. Witnesses say that the driver headed east. First responders took the man to the hospital. Hospital officials … Read more
23-Year-Old Dies in Single Car Accident in Fort Worth Felipe Trejo, 23 years old, lost control of his vehicle and struck a light pole on Martin Luther King Freeway. The accident occurred at about 12:30 p.m. on October 21, 2022. First responders rushed Trejo to John Peter Smith Hospital, but doctors pronounced him dead shortly … Read more
Driver Abandons Vehicle After Hitting 2 Pedestrians in Fort Worth Police report that two pedestrians died recently in a pedestrian accident that closed the northbound lanes of Loop 820 for more than five hours. Police at the scene say that the driver abandoned the vehicle and left the scene near the intersection of Loop 820 and … Read more
Slip-and-Fall Accident Causes and Injuries While slipping or falling may not seem like a major risk, a “slip-and-fall” can drastically change your day and even your life. A slip-and-fall can lead to serious injury and can happen to anyone, potentially leading to breaks, fractures, spinal injuries, or various other issues. They can cause a great … Read more
A car accident on October 2, 2022, in Old East Dallas, left a pedestrian dead. While police officers investigating the accident at about 3 a.m. say that one driver stayed at the scene, they are unsure how many vehicles were involved. The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department, which investigated the accident, has not released any information … Read more
Dallas Police Officer Killed in Wrong-Way Crash On Tuesday, October 11, 2022, Dallas Police Officer Jacob Arellano was killed on his way to work by a driver going in the wrong direction on Spur 408 in South Dallas. The wrong-way driver received minor injuries in the accident, and first responders transported her to Parkland Hospital. … Read more
Dallas PD Officers and Civilians Injured After Car Chase At approximately 10::45 a.m. on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, two Dallas police officers and a civilian received injuries in an automobile accident during a car chase. The car accident occurred in the 2900 block of South Buckner Boulevard in East Dallas. At the time of the … Read more
Driver Flees After Fort Worth Pedestrian Car Accident Driver Flees After Fort Worth Pedestrian Car AccidentOn October 8, 2022, a man was driving on Northwest Loop 820 when his car broke down. A passing motorist stopped to help him. Unfortunately, both men were struck by a passing vehicle, and the driver did not stop at … Read more
