In Austin And Across Central Texas
States in the USA often yearly assess their fair share in traffic accidents. Texas is the worst every year; since 7th November 2000, Texas report traffic accidents almost daily. Most of the accidents that happen are serious to the victims involved. There are different reasons for accidents across the states; Texas law enforcers and lawmakers’ agencies are finding ways to…
You have to follow specific steps when you get to a car accident to ensure everyone is safe, follow the law, and start the insurance claim process. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), the following steps may assist you in making important decisions after a car accident, whether you were at fault or not for the accident. STEP 1:…
Every year the number of traffic fatalities happening on the roads of Texas are tracked by the Texas Department of Transportation. In 2020, the pandemic hit us hard all over the globe. Even though fewer people were traveling, the number of deaths that happened on roads in Texas never reduced. Although there was less traffic, the fatalities count never declined.…
When you are behind the wheel, defensive driving can save you a lot of time, money, and even your life. Even if you are a good driver, you know that crash may happen because of someone else’s fault and can lead you in a trouble, which you are certainly not looking forward to. There are people on the road who…
A dog bite is very painful and dangerous and this can instill a fear of animals in a person. Looking at a dog bite, it may look harmless, however, this may lead to rabies or some sort of serious infection. And eventually, this may further lead to death in the worst cases. In most cases, quick first-aid can be done…
The process for applying to new jobs often includes putting together a resume and reflecting on past experiences and references. This process can be daunting if you have a criminal record, because many workplaces require marking down if you have been convicted of a crime. This can be a hurdle to overcome, and a criminal record can severely affect your…
Before talking about the effects of criminal charges, it is important for Shrum Law Offices to help you understand the concept of a criminal record. A permanent record is created when is a person is convicted by a court of law, and even one conviction can have serious effects for the rest of a person’s life. A person’s criminal record…
We all make mistakes in our lifetime, and while most are small and forgettable, some stay with us for the rest of our lives. For those whose mistakes cause them to enter into the judicial system (and even for who who were charged but found innocent), having a criminal record affects a variety of aspects of a person’s life, including…
Texas, the Lone Star state, is known for hunting, BBQ, and world-class country music. Unfortunately it is also has a notorious reputation for accidents and crashes caused by drunk driving. Here are some worrisome facts about drunk driving-related incidents in Texas: Nearly 33% of the United States population has been in a car accident caused by drunk drivers. Disheartening, isn’t…
The world has been taken by storm recently by the widespread Corona virus, COVID-19, that originated in China in Feb 2020, and has since then spread globally, leading to lockdowns and casualties. To help stem the course of the virus, people have been told to go into self-imposed quarantine. The less that people gather in public places and events, the…