As a driver on the Houston streets, it's important to have a firm understanding of your responsibilities should anything unexpected occur. The Texas State Transportation Code offers detailed rules and regulations for how drivers should handle different types of car accidents and collisions, regardless of who is at fault. Our car accident lawyers at Salazar & Velazquez PC in Houston have years of experience explaining the in-depth state legal system involving traffic citations and protecting the rights of drivers. If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident, our English-speaking and Spinach-speaking traffic lawyers can provide critical legal advice and next steps. Get a free case consultation with our Salazar & Velazquez PC law firm today and learn more about Texas traffic law below!
Traffic Accidents Involving Injury or Death
Whether a car accident occurs on a private access road, parking lot, or public highway, Texas law has very specific rules should it involve personal injury or death. Salazar & Velazquez PC’s auto accident lawyers can help break down these rules and how they affect all parties involved in an incident. According to the state transportation code, the driver of a vehicle involved in an accident that results in (or will likely result in) injury or death is required to take the following steps:
- Stopping the vehicle immediately, as close as possible to the incident site (or in short, return to the scene of the incident)
- Assess if any persons are involved and if those persons need help
- Exchange critical personal information (i.e. name, address, car registration, insurance coverage)
Failing to follow any of these steps can put you at risk of felony charges — if the affected person’s injury results in death —imprisonment, or heavy fines. Get a solid understanding of all your obligations in three situations by contacting our Salazar & Velazquez PC accident attorneys.
Traffic Accidents Involving Attended Vehicle Damage
Minor car accidents occur from time to time and involve small fender benders as opposed to serious injury. However, even in these situations, Texas drivers still have a number of obligations to fulfill. A car accident lawyer can provide more detailed information, but in short, any incidents that involve vehicle damage require:
- The immediate stoppage of the vehicle close to the incident site, without obstructing traffic
- If possible, moving all affected vehicles away from busy traffic
- Exchange critical personal information (i.e. name, address, car registration, insurance coverage)
Misdemeanor charges can and may be filed if the above steps are not followed. If you’ve been in a situation similar to this, contact our accident lawyers to know more about how to move forward!
Unattended Vehicle Traffic Law
Car accidents and collisions can occur with an attended vehicle but also with an unattended vehicle. Should you as a Texas driver accidentally cause damage to a person’s unattended vehicle, our Salazar & Velazquez PC traffic lawyers can provide advice on how to handle the situation. The Texas Transportation Code requires drivers to either:
- Locate the owner of the unattended vehicle and exchange personal information
- Leave essential personal information in plain sight, secured to the damaged unattended vehicle
While these instances may be minor and result in simple fender benders, not following these steps can also result in misdemeanor charges.
Discuss Your Options With An Auto Accident Lawyer
The Salazar & Velazquez PC law firm in Houston is available to assist when it comes to Texas traffic law. If you’ve been involved in any of the situations mentioned above, our auto accident lawyers can provide the legal advice you need to move forward. Learn more about all your options by contacting our car accident lawyers today!
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