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Plain-English guides to what actually happens, what things cost, and what to do next — written independently.
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Pedestrian Accidents in Dallas: Fault and Recovery
Texas law spells out who has the right-of-way at a marked crosswalk. That rule shapes the first argument an insurer makes. Untangling it is…
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Can a Landlord Enter Without Telling You?
Whether a landlord can enter without telling you depends on your state, but in most of the country the answer is no. The landlord…
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What to Do If a Landlord Won’t Return Your Deposit
When a landlord won’t return your deposit, the law in nearly every state is on your side in one specific way: the landlord has…
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Motorcycle Accidents in Dallas: Claims and the Texas Helmet Law
A motorcycle accident lawyer Dallas riders call after a crash sees one question surface almost every time. Was the rider wearing a helmet, and…
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Can an Insurance Company Look at Your Social Media?
An insurance company can look at your social media, and in an injury claim it will. Anything public is fair game without a court…
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Can You Still Sue If You Were Partly at Fault?
Yes, you can still sue if you were partly at fault, and in most states it doesn’t come close to barring a claim. Forty-six…
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The Insurance Adjuster Called. Who Are They Actually Working For?
When an insurance adjuster called you after the accident, they were working for exactly one party: the company that employs them. That is true…
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Is the First Settlement Offer Negotiable?
The first settlement offer is negotiable, and the insurer expects you to negotiate it. Adjusters open low for the same reason a buyer opens…
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What Photos to Take After a Car Accident
The photos to take after a car accident fall into five groups: the vehicles, the scene, the road, the people, and the paperwork. Most…
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Can You Sue If a Friend’s Dog Bites You?
When a friend’s dog bites you, the law treats it exactly like a stranger’s dog. The owner answers under the same rules. In most…