Posted on June 30, 2022 in Uncategorized

Recently, a trauma surgeon and crash expert teamed up to envision what features our bodies would need in order to survive low-impact car crashes. The startling results are a reminder of how fragile our bodies truly are. You can click on the photo below to interact with a 3D digital model of Graham, the only human designed to survive car crashes. Find attorneys.

Visit www.injuredtexan.com to learn more about how Alford Law PLLC can help you recover after a serious motor vehicle accident. Call 210-951-9467 now for a free, confidential consultation with an injury attorney.

Continue Reading ››

 Posted on July 30, 2016 in Uncategorized

#1 – Not calling the police
Always report car accidents to the police. Even if the accident seems relatively minor or if the other driver tries to convince you not to call the police. Even if you are unsure who, if anyone, is responsible, contact the police immediately after the accident.The reason you should call the police is not to get the other driver in trouble. Instead, it’s a necessary step to properly documenting the accident. A responding police officer will investigate the scene, interview drivers, passengers, and witnesses, and prepare a police report. The police report is often the most important piece of evidence. Memories will fade with time. The other driver, who might admit fault at the scene, will be coached by his insurance company the second time around. Not calling the police is the #1 mistake we see.

​Your typical police report is a jumble of codes and jargon. Check out the Texas Instructions to Police for Reporting Crashes to make sense of your report!

Continue Reading ››