Posted on September 05, 2026 in Car Accidents

A hit-and-run accident can leave you with injuries and vehicle damage. The situation becomes even more frustrating when police cannot identify the person who caused the crash. Without the other driver's name or insurance information, your options for recovering compensation are limited.

Your own insurance coverage may provide another way. Our New Braunfels, TX car accident lawyers can review your coverage and help you understand your options after a hit-and-run accident in 2026.

Can You Recover Compensation in Texas if the Hit-and-Run Driver Is Never Found?

You may be able to recover compensation even when the driver is never identified. One possible source is your own uninsured motorist (UM) coverage.

Texas auto policies generally include UM/UIM coverage unless an insured named in the policy rejects the coverage in writing. The Texas Department of Insurance explains that uninsured motorist coverage can apply when a hit-and-run driver cannot be found.

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 Posted on August 21, 2026 in Truck accidents

You can file a truck accident claim after being hit by cargo if that cargo fell or shifted due to someone's negligence. This includes things like improper loading or securing. This type of accident often involves multiple potentially liable parties beyond just the truck driver. These accidents can cause devastating injuries. Figuring out who's responsible while you're trying to recover can be too much to handle.

At The Bettersworth Law Firm, we have 25 years of experience handling complex commercial vehicle accidents. If you've been hit by falling or shifting cargo in 2026, our Guadalupe County, TX personal injury lawyers can help you understand your options.

What Causes Semi Cargo to Fall or Shift During Transport?

Cargo accidents typically happen when freight isn't properly secured before a truck begins its journey. This allows items to shift, fall from the trailer, or come loose during transport. This can happen due to improper loading techniques or using inadequate restraints like straps or chains. Overloading a trailer beyond its safe capacity can also cause this problem.

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 Posted on August 08, 2026 in Wrongful Death

Proving fault for a deadly car accident in Texas typically requires evidence showing the other driver breached a duty of care, resulting in the crash. Given the severity of these cases, the claims process can be complex.

If you've lost a family member in a crash in 2026, our Gonzales, TX car accident lawyers can help you understand what evidence is needed to hold the responsible party accountable. At The Bettersworth Law Firm, we bring 25 years of legal experience to every wrongful death case we handle.

What Legal Standard Applies to Fault in a Texas Car Accident?

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 33.001, Texas follows a proportionate responsibility system. An injured party can generally recover compensation as long as they are not more than 50 percent responsible for the accident, although their recovery is reduced by their percentage of fault.

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 Posted on July 22, 2026 in Truck accidents

Driver fatigue contributes to I-35 truck accidents in a few key ways. It slows reaction times, impairs judgment, and increases the chances a driver will drift out of their lane or miss a critical warning sign on the road. Any one of these can turn a routine drive into a catastrophic collision.

I-35 is one of the busiest trucking corridors in Texas. Long hauls combined with tight delivery schedules create real pressure on drivers to keep moving even when they're exhausted. Our Gonzales, TX truck accident lawyers can help you understand whether fatigue played a role in your crash. They can also help hold the responsible parties accountable.

Why Is Driver Fatigue Such A Common Problem On I-35 in Texas?

I-35 stretches through major cities and long rural stretches alike. This makes it a popular route for long-haul trucking companies moving freight across Texas and beyond. Drivers on this corridor often face long shifts, overnight driving, and pressure to meet delivery deadlines.

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 Posted on July 08, 2026 in Car Accidents

In most T-bone accidents in Texas, the driver who caused the crash is responsible for paying for the damages. But figuring out who caused the crash and getting their insurance to pay what is owed is rarely simple. T-bone accidents, also called side-impact collisions, are among the most serious types of car crashes because the side of a vehicle offers far less protection than the front or rear. If you or someone you love was hurt in a T-bone accident in 2026, the Kennedy, TX personal injury lawyers at The Bettersworth Law Firm can help you figure out who is responsible and fight to get you the compensation you deserve.

What Causes T-Bone Accidents and Who Is Usually at Fault?

T-bone accidents typically happen at intersections. One vehicle hits the side of another because one driver broke a traffic law. The driver who broke the law is usually the one who bears responsibility for the damages.

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 Posted on June 19, 2026 in Truck accidents

You can sue both the truck driver and their employer after a truck accident in Texas, and in many cases, going after both is the right move. Trucking companies often have far more money than individual drivers, and they may share responsibility for what happened. Texas law allows injured victims to pursue every party whose negligence played a role in the crash. If you or someone you love was hurt in a truck accident in 2026, the Karnes City, TX truck accident lawyers at The Bettersworth Law Firm can help you figure out who is responsible and how to hold them accountable.

Why Would a Trucking Company Be Liable for a Driver's Actions?

Trucking companies can be held responsible for what their drivers do under a legal principle called respondeat superior. It simply means that an employer can be held liable for the negligent actions of their employee when those actions happen while the employee is on the job. If a truck driver was working when they caused the crash, the company they work for can be on the hook right along with them.

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 Posted on June 04, 2026 in Car Accidents

A construction company has a legal duty to set up and run a work zone safely, even in complicated conditions like a freeway. If you were in a car accident that was fully or partially caused by an unsafe freeway work zone, the operating construction company may be liable. A Schertz, TX car accident attorney can review your case and help establish who is responsible.

When Is a Construction Company Liable for a Work Zone Accident in Texas?

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, there were more than 28,000 traffic crashes in Texas work zones last year. The majority of fatalities from these wrecks were the occupants of vehicles.

Drivers are responsible for taking care in work zones. However, construction companies are equally responsible for maintaining the safest environment possible. Companies that work on freeways have to follow detailed state and federal rules on how a work zone is marked and managed.

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 Posted on May 19, 2026 in Truck accidents

Sharing the road with an 18-wheeler is not like sharing it with another car. Loaded commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and have massive blind spots on all four sides of the vehicle. These blind spots are often addressed by written warnings on the sides and rear of semi-trucks because they pose such a significant hazard to other drivers.

When a car in one of these blind spots is struck by a commercial truck, is the driver of the car or the truck at fault? A San Marcos, TX truck accident attorney can answer this and other questions about your 2026 accident case.

What Blind Spots Do Commercial Trucks Have?

Passenger car drivers are used to glancing in a mirror and seeing a majority of what's around them. This is not the case in large trucks. Commercial trucks have four significant blind spots  (sometimes called "no-zones") where the driver has little to no visibility. These are typically:

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 Posted on May 07, 2026 in Car Accidents

If a driver’s tire goes out, especially on high-speed roads, the chances for an accident skyrocket. Suddenly, that driver may be unable to steer, and the pieces of their tire may fly outward, creating hazards for other drivers.

If you were hurt in a crash caused by another driver's blown tire, you need to know who is responsible for the resulting damages. The answer largely depends on the circumstances of the crash. Our Seguin, TX personal injury lawyer can help you figure out who is liable and what your case may be worth in 2026.

Does a Tire Blowout Automatically Make A Driver Responsible for Any Accident That Results?

Liability in accidents involving popped tires doesn’t always fall directly on the person who had the blowout. There can be other factors that spread liability between several people, like how closely the car behind them was following. A driver can’t be held completely responsible if, for example, they rolled over a nail and the driver behind them was too distracted by their phone to avoid a crash when the other car’s tire popped.

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 Posted on April 18, 2026 in Car Accidents

If you’re interested in filing a claim after a car accident in Texas, it’s important to know that in most cases, the clock for filing starts ticking immediately. Texas generally allows car accident victims two years from the date of the crash to file. While this may seem like plenty of time, life has a habit of getting in the way, making small delays turn into big ones. The last thing you want is to finally go to call a lawyer, only to realize that your window has closed.

A Gonzales County car accident lawyer can walk you through the process of filing so you know exactly why you need to act quickly.

What Is the Texas Statutes of Limitations for Car Accidents and Personal Injuries?

The statute of limitations is generally the same for car accidents and most personal injury lawsuits. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §16.003, you have two years from the date of the incident to file a civil lawsuit. If you miss that window, the court will typically refuse to hear your case. This deadline applies to filing a lawsuit, not necessarily to settling an insurance claim, but waiting too long can still hurt your ability to recover.

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