Rear-End Collision — $1.5 Million Result

This article examines the Texas Supreme Court's ruling in Gregory and New Prime, Inc. v. Chohan, a wrongful death case that may change how non-economic damages are calculated in Texas personal injury cases. It describes the underlying crash, the original $16.8 million award, the appeal challenging the large non-economic portion, and the court's conclusion that such damages must meet stricter standards because they are harder to quantify than economic damages backed by receipts.

Distracted driving is a leading road hazard, and this post outlines common reasons drivers lose focus behind the wheel. It notes that hand-held phone use is prohibited in Louisiana yet remains widespread, and that phone conversations, including hands-free calls, draw mental attention away from driving. Other distractions covered include activities that pull a driver's eyes, hands, or mind from the road.