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In Texas, being uninsured in a car accident may result in penalties, but it does not automatically bar someone from financial recovery. With the right evidence showing that another driver caused the incident, victims can still receive compensation for their injuries. Joe Stephens and The ...
People can sustain extremely serious injuries during car crashes and need intensive treatment, but some doctors will turn away these patients. How could a doctor refuse to treat someone when they need medical care most? Medical professionals prefer that you be seen by doctors at ...
Anyone involved in a car crash knows that the next step is for their insurance (and possibly lawyers) to get involved. You have to file a claim, have the car accident assessed, and get a sum of damages determined. Only then will the insurance company ...
Is it possible to report a car accident to the Department of Transportation once 24 hours have passed? Not all accidents require reporting, but in Texas, there is no penalty for waiting past 24 hours to report. The current time limit is much longer and ...
If you have been involved in a car accident, it is essential to know that a car accident can be complicated. This blog post will discuss tips for your car accident case and what to do after the car accident has happened. We also provide ...
If you have been caught in a car crash, you’ll have a lot to deal with. You might have been impacted psychologically, physically, emotionally, or financially. A lawyer can help you through this difficult time by guiding you through the claims process, taking things off ...
If you’ve been in a car accident and are expecting a settlement, you’ll most likely want to figure out how much the settlement will be. Besides being curious, you want to make sure you’re being compensated fairly for what your case is worth. But is ...
Being involved in a car wreck is a life-changing experience. Even if you’re lucky enough to escape with minor injuries, the initial shock of the ordeal can make it hard to get your thoughts in order in the aftermath. However, knowing what actions to take ...
Construction zone collisions are all too common today. When big trucks are in these areas, it can lead to disastrous and fatal consequences. Truck accidents in construction zones pose a severe threat to your safety. According to TxDOT’s 2024 crash data, Texas recorded over 30,000 ...
Preventing Asleep at the Wheel Truck Accidents Every driver knows how dangerous it is to drive while tired. When you are tired, your level of awareness decreases, as does your reaction time. For big truck drivers, fatigue can lead to a life-threatening accident. Trucking regulations ...
As with most personal injury cases, your claim will likely be resolved with a settlement. If there is no contention surrounding who is liable for the accident, a settlement is reached fairly smoothly. However, if the defendant decides to dispute your claim, matters could become ...
The truck driving industry depends on safety and protocol to avoid fatal truck accidents. So how are these big rigs regulated? One major regulation deals with the amount of time a driver can spend on the road consecutively and the length of rest they need ...
Won Best Attorney in Texas from 2012-2021, and 2023-2025 from Texas Monthly Magazine
Selected by Thomson Reuters’s Super Lawyers from 2008-2025
Joe Stephens has been a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers association since 1985
Selected as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum from 2008 – 2025
Joe Stephens is double board certified in Texas
Joe Stephens has over 35 years of legal experience
Recognized as a Top 100 High Stakes Litigator from 2022-2025
Ranked Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys for 2023-2024
Joe Stephens has consistently maintained a 10.0 Avvo Rating
American Association of Attorney Advocates Top Law Firms 2024 Member