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If you find yourself in an accident involving a large commercial truck, it will inevitably leave you shaken – especially if you’ve suffered an injury. With this in mind, you probably won’t want to think about filing a police report and having to go through ...
Snow days can be great fun, except if you are driving. Snow can be hazardous and can cause car crashes and breakdowns. If this has been worrying you, remember that you can take precautions. Here we’ll share some of our top tips for avoiding snowy ...
Steps for Filing a Claim After a Motorcycle Wreck Living life in the fast lane can sometimes come crashing down at the same speed. It is a well-known fact that fatal injuries involving motorcycles are far more common than any other type of motor vehicle ...
A car accident is never anticipated and can lead to many unexpected expenses. You may have an insurance deductible, health care expenses, or even the cost of a new car looming. So, what if you need to prepare for litigation too? How do you factor ...
Sharing the road with a big truck can be routine for some, but with a negligent driver on the road, the routine can quickly turn to danger. Did you know that if you were in an accident, you might qualify for compensation? Driver logs are ...
The rules of the road are integral to keeping us safe. It is a collective standard that ensures our safety—but only if all of us abide by it. The scariest thing about driving is the inherent danger, even if you are following the law. When ...
Have you been involved in a car accident with a vehicle that has an expired inspection record? If so, you must be aware of the car inspection laws in Texas so that you know if you’re entitled to compensation after an accident. Major Change Effective ...
Whenever a big truck tows a trailer, there is always a risk of that trailer hitch coming undone or the safety chains being defective. It leads to a dangerous potential of a disconnected trailer that can cause devastating wrecks. If you sustained an injury from ...
Depending on the nature of the accident and location, police may report to the scene of a car accident, resulting in a police report that goes on file. Police reports can be used by insurance companies when determining what happened at the scene of an ...
When you’ve been injured in a car accident, suddenly you’re faced with seemingly thousands of decisions. But the first one that likely pops into your mind is what doctor you should see. One of the biggest questions Joe Stephens gets from clients is, “Should I ...
After your accident, you may be wondering what PIP coverage is. What does it have to do with your claim? Personal Injury Protection coverage in Texas is tied to your auto insurance. In case of an injury caused by an auto accident, you and your ...
Types of Truck Wrecks According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 2018 CMV Traffic Safety Report, Texas was one of the ten states with the highest average of fatal big truck crashes between 2015 and 2017. Many commercial trucks and 18-wheelers traversing the ...
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