by Benjamin Treviño | October 30th, 2025 | Blog, Fatal Crash, Hit-And-Run

Cameron County Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez

Can a personal injury lawyer help find a hit and run driver? Yes, a personal injury lawyer can help find a hit and run driver by investigating the accident, gathering evidence from various sources, and working with law enforcement. At the J. Gonzalez Law Firm, we use strategies like finding surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | October 22nd, 2025 | Blog, Driving Tips, Personal Injury

Hidalgo County Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez

Rubbernecking: What it is and what to do if You’re Involved “Rubbernecking” is when drivers slow down at a traffic accident site to stare at the aftermath of the crash. Rubbernecking is a form of distracted driving, and it can cause secondary accidents. Why is rubbernecking dangerous? Rubbernecking is dangerous because it diverts attention from… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | October 7th, 2025 | Blog, Legal Representation, Personal Injury

Texas Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez

Should I file a personal injury lawsuit? The decision to pursue a personal injury lawsuit depends on individual circumstances. Things to consider include the severity of your injuries, the economic losses that resulted from the injuries, and the complexity of the case. Settlements are common and often can be reached without going to court. Ultimately,… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | March 4th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Auto Padestrian, Blog

Personal injury attorney in Edcouch

J. Gonzalez Death of tort defendant If a personal injury defendant dies in a Texas car crash, the plaintiff can still pursue a lawsuit, but they must file the claim against the deceased defendant’s estate. That means the legal action would proceed against the personal representative of the estate instead of the deceased individual directly.… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | August 9th, 2024 | Blog

Man killed in auto-pedestrian crash in La Feria

LA FERIA — La Feria police have identified a man who was killed in an August 1 auto-pedestrian accident, according to a report by ValleyCentral. The incident occurred at the intersection of Expressway 83 and FM 733 near Kansas City Road. La Feria Police Department Investigator Ramon Tello told ValleyCentral that the driver who hit… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | March 28th, 2024 | Blog

Harlingen police probe motorcycle fatality

HARLINGEN — Harlingen police are investigating a fatal March 26 motorcycle accident. The single-vehicle crash happened around 10:13 p.m. on Loop 499 near Cardenas Motors. Police say the rider may have hit a curb. The operator was ejected from the motorcycle and was killed. The identification of the victim had not been released as of… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | August 16th, 2023 | Blog

One man injured in SPI boating accident

One man was injured in an August 13 boating accident at South Padre Island Sunday morning, but he is expected to make a full recovery. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), the captain of a charter fishing boat made a sharp turn and hit the throttle, causing a passenger to be thrown… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | June 9th, 2023 | Blog, Workers Compensation Claim

Basics of a personal injury consultation

Personal injury cases generally begin with an initial consultation between a personal injury attorney and a prospective client. The purpose of the initial meeting is to evaluate the merits of the case, and to determine if the attorney is in a position to represent the injured person’s claim either in court or through the negotiations… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | April 25th, 2023 | Blog, Motorcyclist Accident, News

One man dies in two-vehicle crash in Donna

DONNA – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is currently investigating a two-vehicle crash that occurred Monday night leaving one Donna resident dead. According to a news release, the crash happened around 7:20 p.m. on FM 493 and Atlanta Street in Donna. Preliminary investigation revealed that a black 2016 Ford F-150 was traveling northbound… Read More

by Benjamin Treviño | April 19th, 2023 | 18 Wheelers, Blog, Fatal Crash, News

DPS investigates fatal tractor-trailer crash

BROWNSVILLE – Investigators with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) are looking into the circumstances of an April 18 semi-truck crash in Brownsville that left one person dead. The accident happened about 7:02 p.m. in the northbound lanes of Toll Road 550 in Brownsville. Early indications are that the 18-wheeler was carrying “hazardous-flammable material,”… Read More