Angel Reyes & Associates

10/09/2026

Think robotaxis cause most of the crashes they're in? 🚗

Federal crash reports show about half (51%) happened while the vehicle was stopped or parked.

Swipe for the full picture (the data is self-reported by the companies) and follow us for more Texas road safety facts. 🛣️​

10/09/2026

Rideshare apps do not keep trip data or GPS logs forever. Waiting even a few days can mean that key proof disappears before your claim ever gets built.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know critical evidence in a rideshare crash can vanish within days if no one acts fast.

Evidence to Secure Right Away:
- Screenshot the trip receipt, driver profile, and route
- File a report inside the app's help section
- Get a police report started at the scene

Why Acting Fast Protects Your Claim:
The app screenshot you take proves which coverage period was active at the moment of impact. Insurers often use gaps in documentation to argue about what really happened afterward.

You should not have to chase down proof on your own while healing from an injury. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at: https://www.reyeslaw.com/blog/what-to-do-after-a-rideshare-accident-in-texas/

10/08/2026

He has been on the other side of the story, and that changes everything about how he fights for you.

As a first-generation attorney, Jesús brings lived experience and relentless drive to every case he handles.

Watch to meet the attorney who truly understands what you are going through.

10/02/2026

A shifting load can turn a routine highway drive into a multi vehicle crash within seconds. Most injured drivers assume only the truck driver is responsible.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know cargo related crashes often involve more than one responsible party and policy.

Who May Share Responsibility for a Cargo Crash:
- The driver who skipped a pre trip inspection
- The trucking company that trained and supervised the driver
- The loading crew that secured the freight improperly

Why Multiple Parties Change Your Claim:
Each responsible party may carry a separate insurance policy, which expands the total coverage available for your injuries. Federal cargo securement violations can serve as strong evidence of negligence.

You deserve a full accounting of every party who contributed to your crash and your injuries. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at: https://www.reyeslaw.com/blog/cargo-insurance-texas-truck-accidents/

10/01/2026

⚖️ He knew he wanted to be an attorney at 13, and the reason will surprise you.

Olawale Adeogun brings a global perspective and a fighter's heart to every case he takes on.

Watch to meet the attorney who never stops fighting for his clients.

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09/29/2026

⚖️ Our client was stopped at a red light when the driver behind them failed to stop, rear-ending their car hard enough to push them into the vehicle ahead.

The insurer accepted fault and maxed their offer at $100,000.

Attorney Maria Fotopoulou and her team knew that number didn’t represent what our client deserved.

They built the case, applied consistent pressure, and tripled the settlement offer to $350,000.

09/28/2026

🎉 We are thrilled to share that our firm has earned 2nd Place for Best Law Firm, and our founder, Angel L. Reyes III, earned 2nd Place for Best Attorney in the 2026 Best of Galveston® Readers' Choice Awards.

This award came straight from the Galveston community, making it one of the most meaningful honors we could receive.

⚖️ Our team remains committed to bringing excellence to all communities across Texas.

09/25/2026

Bad weather does not give drivers a free pass on liability, and neither does distraction or speed. Most serious motorcycle crashes trace back to preventable driver mistakes, not bad luck.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know left-turn violations, distracted driving, and unsafe lane changes cause most serious motorcycle crashes on Texas roads.

Common Causes Behind Motorcycle Crashes:
- Left-turn drivers who fail to yield
- Distracted drivers who never see the bike
- Speeding drivers who cannot brake in time
- Impaired or drowsy drivers who drift lanes

Why the Cause Matters for Your Claim:
Identifying the exact cause anchors fault before an insurer reframes the story. A documented traffic violation often stands on its own as proof of negligence under Texas law.

You deserve a clear answer, not a guess. We fight insurers who try to shift blame onto injured riders. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

Learn the top causes of motorcycle accidents in Texas, from left-turn crashes to road hazards, and what each means for your injury claim.

09/21/2026

🎉 We are so proud to share that Kristin E. Press, Pooja Tiwari, Jackson Vogel, Olawale Adeogun, and Alex Ivanov have been named 2026 Texas Rising Stars.

This kind of recognition does not come from self-promotion.

It comes from peers who have seen these attorneys fight for their clients and respect what they do.

When you work with Angel Reyes & Associates, you are working with attorneys who other lawyers look up to.

09/18/2026

🎉 We are so excited to share that our leadership team, Angel L. Reyes III, Ryan Browne, and Spencer Browne, have been named 2026 Texas Super Lawyers.

Between the three of them, they have earned this recognition a combined 40 times, which speaks to the kind of lawyers they are.

That level of passion & commitment is exactly what every client who walks through our doors deserves and receives.

09/18/2026

Riding is not as safe as many drivers assume. Motorcyclists face a far higher chance of dying in a crash than drivers of other vehicles.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know the risk to riders on Texas roads is real, even when a crash was not the rider's fault.

What the Fatality Data Shows:
- Riders die at a far higher rate per mile driven
- Intersection crashes account for a large share of deaths
- Helmet use changes survival odds substantially
- Texas fatality numbers have climbed in recent years

Why This Data Matters After a Crash:
High fatality numbers reflect real danger, not rider recklessness. When another driver's error causes a serious crash, the outcome should not be used against the rider.

You deserve a clear answer, not a guess. We fight insurers who try to shift blame onto injured riders. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

Motorcycle accident fatality rate data: NHTSA percentages, Texas statistics, per-mile risk vs. cars, and how helmet use affects rider survival.

09/16/2026

⚖️What started as a normal rideshare trip left our client with neck and shoulder injuries after the driver rear-ended another vehicle.

The insurance company refused to offer more than $30,000.

But Attorney Carolina Eder-Weaver and her team wouldn’t give up. They kept fighting, built the case, and prepared to take it to trial.

Just days before going to court, both sides met again.

The result: $115,000 settlement.

09/15/2026

⚖️ Hispanic heritage isn't just part of our firm's history. It's part of who we are today.

From our leadership to our attorneys, case managers, and staff, we're proud of the Hispanic heritage represented across our team and how we carry forward our firm’s mission.

We are here for you, and we will always fight for justice, together.

09/15/2026

I-635 carries more traffic than it was ever designed for — while still navigating years of major construction.
When you combine congestion, lane shifts, commercial trucks and overnight road work, how much does the roadway itself contribute to crash risk?
Curious what Dallas drivers think: Has I-635 gotten safer, worse, or just more unpredictable? Charles Waggoner Scott Friedman Zacharia Washington Shannon Miller

09/11/2026

Insurers often assume the rider caused the crash before evidence is reviewed. Fault in Texas motorcycle crashes is rarely that simple, and more than one party can share the blame.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know fault in a motorcycle crash is rarely limited to one driver's mistake alone.

How Texas Law Assigns Fault:
- A traffic violation can prove fault on its own
- Physical evidence at the scene shows what happened
- Electronic records like dashcam footage decay quickly
- Multiple parties can share fault in one crash

Why Fault Percentage Controls Your Recovery:
Texas reduces your damages by your share of fault, and bars recovery past fifty percent. Locking in the true picture early protects the claim's value.

You deserve a clear answer, not a guess. We fight insurers who try to shift blame onto injured riders. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

How Texas law determines motorcycle accident fault, the role of the CR-3 report, comparative fault, and the 51% bar to recovery.

09/04/2026

You are hurt after a rideshare crash, and two insurers point at each other instead of paying your bills. Which policy owes you depends on the driver's app status at impact.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know which insurance policy applies often comes down to a single app status at the moment of impact.

How Rideshare Coverage Periods Work:
- App off means only the personal policy applies
- App on with no match means limited contingent coverage
- An accepted ride triggers a much larger company policy
- A passenger onboard keeps that larger policy active

What This Means for Your Recovery:
The gap between an app being on and a ride being accepted is where insurers fight hardest. Confirming the app status often decides which policy pays.

You deserve a clear answer, not a guess. We fight insurers who try to shift blame onto injured riders. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

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Learn how the four Uber and Lyft insurance coverage periods work in Texas, including the $1M floor, the Period 1 gap, and which policy pays after a crash.

08/28/2026

Miss the six-month notice deadline, and your bus accident claim can vanish. Texas law starts the clock on the crash date, not your diagnosis date.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented El Paso, Texas clients, and we know how fast this deadline slips past injured riders.

What You Need to Know About the Notice Deadline:

- Written notice must reach the agency within six months
- The clock starts at the crash, not diagnosis
- Some city charters shorten this window further
- Missing notice can end your claim early

Why Waiting Costs You:

Texas law caps recovery from a city transit agency at $250,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence, regardless of severity. Waiting past the deadline can end your claim entirely. Acting early protects your right to recover fully.

You deserve a legal team that treats your deadline with urgency. We fight for your right to recover fully under Texas law. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

City bus accident settlements in Texas are capped by the Tort Claims Act. Learn the $250K limit, the six-month notice rule, and how to protect your claim.

08/21/2026

A falling statewide fatality number does not mean the roads got safer for every rider. Insurance adjusters still use these numbers to shift blame onto riders.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know insurers use these numbers to shape their claim strategy before you even file.

What the 2025 Texas Motorcycle Data Shows:

- Statewide motorcyclist deaths fell 1.7 percent from 2024 to 2025
- Intersection crashes caused nearly 30 percent of all fatalities
- Serious injuries remained high despite the drop in deaths

Why the Numbers Do Not Protect You:

A statewide decline in deaths does not change how your individual claim gets handled. Insurers still use broad trends to argue riding carries inherent risk, then shift blame onto you.

You do not have to face an insurance company alone after a motorcycle crash. We push back when insurers use statistics to minimize your injuries. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

Texas motorcycle accident statistics from TxDOT CRIS: 2024 fatalities, county data, year-over-year trends, and how Texas compares nationally.

08/14/2026

A city bus crash and a private charter bus crash rarely settle the same way. Many victims learn too late that the operator behind the wheel changes everything about their case.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know Texas law limits recovery from government bus operators.

How Bus Accident Liability Works in Texas:

- Public transit buses fall under state tort law
- Government-operated buses carry lower recovery limits
- Private charter buses carry no government cap
- School buses follow their own liability rules

What This Means for Your Claim:

Identifying who operated the bus early shapes your case and the deadlines that apply to it. Waiting too long can limit your options before you reach a settlement.

You do not have to sort through these rules alone. We fight for fair recovery, no matter who operated the bus. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at:

Discover the average settlement amount for bus accidents. Get informed and protect your rights. Find expert advice and legal guidance.

08/07/2026

After a bus crash, most people assume the driver alone is to blame. Texas law disagrees. The bus company, a maintenance contractor, the manufacturer, or another motorist may all share responsibility.

Angel Reyes & Associates has represented countless El Paso, Texas clients, and we know juries assign a percentage of fault to every party in a bus crash.

Parties who may share fault in a bus accident:

- The bus driver for negligent or reckless operation
- The bus company for hiring or oversight failures
- Maintenance contractors whose faulty work caused breakdowns
- Manufacturers of defective buses or parts

Why identifying every party matters:

Each party carries its own insurance and legal team. Texas assigns fault by percentage, and leaving anyone out can shrink your recovery. Claims against public transit agencies require written notice within six months.

You do not have to face this alone. We hold every negligent party accountable. We serve El Paso and anywhere in Texas.

Learn more at: https://www.reyeslaw.com/blog/who-is-liable-in-a-bus-accident-in-texas/