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Dallas is one of the largest cities in America, with a metropolitan area population of more than 7.6 million as of the 2020 census. That means that hundreds of thousands of drivers hit the area’s roads every day, which inevitably leads to car crashes. To understand what happens in all those crashes, we worked with 1Point21 Interactive to analyze data on more than 680,000 motor vehicles in the ...

Under Dallas City Code Chapter 43, Section 63, abutting property owners are legally responsible for maintaining sidewalks in a safe condition. While the City of Dallas offers a 50/50 cost-sharing program for repairs, legal liability for a fall typically rests with the private property owner or business—unless the City received formal written notice of the specific defect prior to your accident. ...

Pedestrians generally have the right of way in Texas, but there are exceptions. Even if a pedestrian is partially at fault, they may still recover damages for injuries under Texas’ comparative negligence laws. Knowing your rights and seeking an experienced Dallas pedestrian accident attorney can help protect your claim. Understanding Texas Pedestrian Right-of-Way Laws Pedestrian right of way in ...