Personal Injury Blog

The process of suing for a serious injury.

Suing For a Serious Injury Caused by an Accident

McKinney Vos is a personal injury law firm serving Austin, Texas. We represent people whose lives have been changed because of serious injuries suffered in car accidents, commercial truck crashes, bicycle and pedestrian crashes, motorcycle collisions… Read More
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Categories: Personal Injury
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The Mitigation of Damages Duty

Mitigation of damages is a legal concept that commonly arises in personal injury cases and breach of contract claims. It means that the person who suffered an injury or loss must take reasonable steps to minimize the harm they suffer. If the injured… Read More
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Categories: Personal Injury
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Safety Tips to Avoid Accidents

A car accident can be a traumatic and devastating event. Car crash injuries are often severe and can cause long-lasting pain and suffering. Even a minor car wreck can be costly for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Observing these car safety tips… Read More
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Categories: Car Accident
Personal Injury Terms Glossary

Glossary of Personal Injury Terms You Need to Know

If you were hurt in an accident that was someone else’s fault, you deserve compensation. But you might not know what to do next or where to turn. The Texas personal injury lawyers at McKinney Vos are here to help. First, seek medical attention and… Read More
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Categories: Personal Injury
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Types of Car Accidents in Texas

In Austin, Texas, the highway system is crowded which makes car accidents seem inevitable. But sometimes car wrecks are unavoidable, and they almost always happen because someone was careless, reckless, or disregarded the safety of others. If you wer… Read More
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Categories: Car Accident
Comparative Negligence Attorney helping man with neck brace

What Does Comparative Negligence Mean?

There are two types of negligence standards used in personal injury cases: contributory negligence and comparative negligence. When a person is injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, they can seek compensation for their injuri… Read More
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Categories: Personal Injury
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Why Hire a Catastrophic Injury Attorney?

Suffering a personal injury can be a life-altering experience, but when that injury rises to the level of a catastrophic injury, the impact can be devastating. Catastrophic injuries can result in substantial expenses, long-term negative health conseq… Read More
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Categories: Personal Injury
Senior man calling for help during snow storm after an auto accident due to weather conditions.

Auto Accidents Due to Weather Conditions

As we all know, inclement weather can create dangerous conditions on the road, causing thousands of car accidents in Texas every year. A motor vehicle crash happens on Texas roads about once every minute. But did you know that more than 10%, nearly 6… Read More
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Categories: Car Accident
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Types of Wrongful Death Cases

Losing a loved one is already a painful experience, but the situation can be made much worse when the death is caused by the negligence or intentional act of another party. In these cases, the surviving family members may be able to file a wrongful d… Read More
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Categories: Wrongful Death
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How Much Does a Car Accident Lawyer Cost?

If you have been injured as a result of an accident, the first few questions you may have is how much does a car accident lawyer cost and when you will need to pay attorney fees. The answer to this question can vary depending on the specific details… Read More
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Categories: Car Accident