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At Snellings Law, one of our core principles is knowledge Read, Learn, Grow. As such, we aim to provide free information on topics that injured victims care about. Our topics range from types of crashes, types of injuries, and scientific research many of our clients have found helpful. If there is a topic you would like to learn more about – please let us know on our contact us page, and we will be sure to add it to our content list as we are sure others would find it helpful as well.
Beneath the Surface: Identifying Hidden Signs of Internal Injuries
In the aftermath of an accident, the visible scars and bruises often demand our initial attention, while internal injuries, the silent threats within the body, often remain unnoticed.
Building Resilient Minds: Advocating for Child Mental Health During Child Abuse Prevention Month
With April fast approaching, we want to emphasize the collective responsibility we share to protect the kids in our community. Through working together as a community, we can make North Texas a safe place for kids to grow and thrive.
Beyond the Crash: The Long-Term Effects of Auto Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injuries
The brain is arguably the most critical organ in our bodies. Who we are, how we move, what we feel—everything about us is defined by that bundle of nerves in our skulls. So, when there is damage to a person’s brain after an auto accident, it can alter their life moving forward.
Empower Your Safety: Discover the Top 12 Places to Take Self-Defense Classes in North Texas
Many places in the DFW area offer self-defense classes. We’ve highlighted twelve places in this article.
One Thing You Can Do Right Now to Help Your Future Self in a Personal Injury Claim
Preventative care is key to leading a healthy life and the first step to protecting yourself from long-term injuries.
Seeking Justice After an 18-Wheeler Accident: Your Guide to Holding Responsible Parties Accountable
Buckle up for a startling revelation – In 2022, TxDOT reported 26,164 crashes involving a truck-tractor or semi-trailer. What’s more alarming? Of these 18-wheeler accidents, over 20% resulted in injury or suspected injury, and about 4% resulted in serious injury or death.
Fort Worth Hotel Gas Explosion – How Does This Happen?
On the afternoon of January 8th, 2024, a gas explosion occurred at the Sandman Signature Hotel in downtown Fort Worth (Intersection of West 7th Street and Houston Street), causing multiple injuries. As personal injury attorneys, we call this a never event.
Suffered Broken Bones from an Auto Accident? Take these Next Steps
We’ve seen a lot of cases where an injury victim broke a bone in an auto accident caused by a negligent driver. Read to learn what steps to take!
Any Driver Who Hits You on the Job
Any driver who hits you on the job is technically driving a commercial vehicle. Learn how this affects your insurance claim!
My Loved One Was Killed in a Car Crash. What Should I Do?
Losing a loved one, especially in a sudden and traumatic way is a truly devastating experience. Nothing can prepare you for the devastation of knowing that the person you love is no longer here.
What Experts Need to Be Hired for an 18-Wheeler Case?
In the event an 18-wheeler case gets to trial, you’ll need to have experts testify on your behalf.
What to Do if You’re Hit by a Commercial Vehicle
Commercial vehicle accidents are exponentially different than passenger auto accidents. Learn the next steps after getting hit, now!
Protecting Your Family with Auto Insurance
When we get in the car with our kids, we want to make sure we’re protecting them while driving as well. One way to do that is to make sure we have the best auto insurance coverage.
What Is a Commercial Vehicle and Why Are Commercial Vehicles Different?
A commercial vehicle is any vehicle that is owned and/or operated by a business. These vehicles range from delivery vans to lawn care trailers, pool service trucks, and, yes, 18-wheelers.
Hit by an Underinsured or Uninsured Driver? Take Advantage with Your Next Steps.
If you were hit by an Underinsured or Uninsured Driver, you have 3 options for legal remedy.
2021 Legislation Changed How Texans Can Recover from 18-Wheeler Accidents
House Bill 19 was signed on June 16th, 2021 and went into effect as Section 72.051-055 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code the following September.
Pending Rideshare Legislation Could Have Big Consequences for Personal Injury Victims
This new bill is pending and not yet a law. However, if it passes, the new law would be detrimental to personal injury victims that have been hurt while driving or riding in an Uber or Lyft or who have been crashed into by an Uber or Lyft driver.
Top 5 Traps Insurance Adjusters Will Set After a Car Accident
Over the years, our firm has dealt with many insurance adjusters. It’s safe to say we have seen about every trick in the book. We’ve seen insurance adjusters try anything and everything to pay car accident victims a fraction of the full value of their claim—and a lot of times they succeed.
Basic Brain Anatomy and How TBI Can Affect It
I have always found the brain to be an incredibly complex, wonderful, scary, and amazing organ. Because of this, a huge part of our practice focuses on learning how to help those who have suffered injuries to their brains.
Cheap Insurance Can Ruin You
With all due respect to Benjamin Franklin, a penny saved isn’t always a penny earned. Cutting the wrong corner may come back to bite you. That’s especially true with insurance coverage.
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