Legal Articles

How to Handle Accidents Involving Out-of-State Drivers in Texas

Dallas is a vibrant city, bringing tourists from out of state to enjoy some of the best food, attractions, and nightlife Texas has to offer. Unfortunately, those tourists aren’t familiar with our busy roads and often cause collisions with Dallas … Continue reading

Dallas Car Accidents Caused by Ice, Snow & Bad Weather

The weather in Dallas can be unpredictable, but that’s no excuse for a collision. Dallas drivers must adjust their driving behaviors, such as their following distance, to account for current road conditions. That includes adapting for bad weather. Drivers who … Continue reading

One of the common causes of car accidents in Dallas is when a driver fails to yield to oncoming traffic, emergency vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists. If you suffered an injury caused by a driver failing to yield the right-of-way, you … Continue reading

Under most circumstances, Dallas drivers are not legally required to stop or yield the right-of-way to funeral processions. However, drivers are typically expected to offer this courtesy, which could play a role in personal injury cases following a car accident. … Continue reading

After your spouse is in a car accident in Texas, you might wonder if you can be held financially responsible. Texas follows a fault-based system for car wrecks, which means a driver who causes a crash is responsible for any … Continue reading

What is a Safe Distance Between Cars in Texas

Maintaining a safe distance between cars while driving is one of the most important aspects of driving defensively. Many Texas drivers rely on what’s known as the “three-second rule” when gauging how far to stay behind the vehicle in front … Continue reading

R Matthew Stewart Marquis Who's Who Recognition

Attorney R. Matthew Stewart Included in Marquis Who’s Who The Personal Injury and Social Security Disability Attorney Has Been Serving DFW for Nearly 30 Years Attorney R. Matthew Stewart has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who in their biographical volume. … Continue reading

driving barefoot

It is not illegal to drive a car or truck while barefoot in Texas. In fact, no state in the U.S. outlaws barefoot driving. However, you should avoid driving without shoes on. While it’s not illegal, it’s not safe either. … Continue reading

CDL for box truck

You’ve probably shared the road with “box trucks” here in Dallas without giving them much thought. Thousands are on the move day and night, transporting household items, business freight, and other cargo. If you have thought about a box truck … Continue reading

yield right of way

Having the right-of-way when driving a vehicle gives you the immediate right to use part of the road. Most experienced drivers would probably say they are safe drivers who know when to yield the right-of-way. Yet, failure to yield the … Continue reading