Everything may be bigger in Texas, but that also means more careless drivers. According to a recent study conducted by , Texas and Louisiana tied for the title of having the worst drivers in the country. The study ranked drivers in categories like failure to obey basic traffic laws, speeding, reckless driving, and driving while… Read More
Year: 2016
by Amber Cortez | December 28th, 2016 | Blog, Recent News
Texas Has the Worst Drivers
by Amber Cortez | December 22nd, 2016 | Blog
Drinking this Holiday Season? Play it Safe.
The holiday season can be a great time to gather with friends and family to enjoy some down time in their company. However, there is also increased pressure and stress that holiday travel and shopping bring with them. At J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys, we understand that you might be tempted to drink and drive. It’s… Read More
by Amber Cortez | December 12th, 2016 | Blog, General
10 Holiday Driving Safety Tips
It’s that time of the year again. There’s turkey, football, family, decorations, and for many of us living in the Rio Grande Valley, travel up north. While the holiday season is a time of cheer and thanksgiving, it’s also important to remember the roads can be dangerous if we are not wary of our own… Read More
by Amber Cortez | December 5th, 2016 | Blog, General
Safety Tips for Holiday Parties
The holiday season is here, and there are tons of opportunities for cheer, joy, and spending time with friends and family. Of course, this usually means that where there will be plenty of fun, laughter, food, there will also be alcohol. Coupled with the facts that you might be invited to multiple parties in one… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 22nd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Distracted Driving During the Holiday Season
While the holiday season can be a time of great joy and celebration, we also the run the risk of being overwhelmed and distracted because of all the commotion – especially when it comes to shopping. Distracted driving during the holiday season can lead to serious injury, regardless if it’s a “minor” fender bender at… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 18th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Don’t Wreck the Holidays
The fall holiday season can be a wonderful time for many of us; we get to enjoy the company of loved ones and indulge in delicious holiday cooking. However, get togethers often include alcoholic drinks, and a day of celebration can quickly turn into a moment of tragedy. That’s why the National Highway Traffic Safety… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 5th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Dealing with a Hit and Run Accident
When it comes to sharing the road with other drivers, one can never be too careful. Many drivers are friendly while behind the wheel and considerate of others, while other motorists may drive aggressively and have a difficult time remaining aware of the needs of the other drivers. Because of negligent behavior, accidents have essentially… Read More
by Amber Cortez | November 2nd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
The Truth About Drunk Driving
With the holiday season just around the corner, we’re likely to begin spending more time at gatherings, and enjoying the pleasantries of these get-togethers. Sometimes this means having a couple of drinks. However, it’s important to remember that in the state of Texas, thousands of people lose their lives to drunk drivers each year, with… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 19th, 2016 | Blog, Uncategorized
Staying Safe This Spooky Halloween: How to Avoid Car Accidents
As Halloween approaches, we need not only worry about what costumes we will be wearing this year, but more importantly, how we will keep safe on the dark and sometimes spooky roads. While Halloween is a festive and exciting day, it’s also important to remember that there is a much higher risk of car/pedestrian accidents.… Read More
by Amber Cortez | October 12th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Multi-Car Accidents
Every 14 seconds a person is injured in a car wreck. One person dies because of a car wreck every 12 minutes. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that almost 6 million accidents occur per year, with nearly one-third of those being multi-vehicle accidents, also known as pile-ups. With cell phones, GPS devices,… Read More