Most Arkansas residents know how unpredictable the weather can be and getting caught in the rain as a biker can be a little unnerving, especially if you are not prepared. Riding in rain can pose a high danger risk, but there are certain steps that you can take when being caught in the middle of a rainstorm that will help keep you safe. Why Riding in Rain is Dangerous The first few minutes of a rainstorm are usually the most dangerous. When rain first hits the pavement, it brings oil to the surface, causing it to become slick. This increases the chances of hydroplaning or slipping. Rain can als ..read more

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5,286 motorcyclists lost their lives in traffic crashes in 2016 alone. This represented a 5.1% increase in fatalities from the previous year. In 2015, more than 88,000 motorcyclists were injured in crashes that ranged from serious drunk driving crashes to minor low-speed accidents. Unfortunately, even in minor accidents that occur at low speeds, motorcyclists can sustain serious injuries. Unlike cars, motorcycles do not have reinforced steel cages and airbags protecting their riders from harm—motorcyclists sustain the majority of ..read more

More than 16,000 miles of state and U.S. highways and interstates run through the state of Arkansas. This doesn’t include the thousands of small city streets, county roads, and suburban neighborhoods. With all of these intersecting roads and freeways, it’s no wonder, so many car accidents occur here in this state. In 2019 alone, over 500 people died in Arkansas car crashes – the most since 2016. Unfortunately, some roads in Arkansas are simply more dangerous than others. Whether due to increased traffic or poor maintenance, these roads see more crashes than other roads across the state. Most D ..read more

When you suffer an injury in an accident, it can seem like your whole world is crashing down around you. Life as you know it may never be the same, and you need someone on your side to help you navigate this new path. As you focus on your recovery and on rebuilding your life, you need a personal injury lawyer in your corner to negotiate with insurance companies and protect your legal rights to compensation. Your attorney will have your best interests in mind and can ensure that any settlement you reach includes enough money to cover all your damages – both now and in the future. Yet, choosing ..read more

Hiring a lawyer after a serious accident is one of the best decisions you can make. However, choosing the right lawyer after an injury accident is difficult and complicated. After all, there are a lot of personal injury firms in Arkansas and Tennessee. It may feel overwhelming to have so many choices. How do you know you’re making the right choice? What if you choose a law firm and aren’t happy with how they are handling your case? Perhaps they’re not answering your calls promptly, or they simply don’t seem to have time to devote to your lawsuit. Maybe you’re having trouble communicating with ..read more

When you suffer an injury in an accident, you may need to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit to obtain the compensation you need. With the right personal injury lawyer on your team, you can typically get significantly more money for your accident and injuries. Your lawyer will work to negotiate the best possible settlement for you based on your injuries and the long-term effects of your accident. However, as the injured party, it is ultimately your call to accept a settlement or take your case to trial. How do you know if you are making the right decision? Your personal injury lawyer will ..read more

If you suffered an injury because of someone else’s negligence, you should not have to face any expenses as a consequence of that injury. Justice means that the person or people responsible for your injury should be the same ones responsible for paying for it. After a serious accident, you deserve justice and an experienced Arkansas personal injury attorney can help you achieve it. However, when seeking justice, it is important to understand the damages you may need to account for to ensure that you are not left responsible for the bills. Some of the financial impact, such as past medical bill ..read more

Every year we hear terrible stories from drunk driving accidents on New Year’s Eve. We are dedicated to helping prevent this from happening, so we’re covering your cab fare home this year! We are happy to announce that we have a partnership with Little Rock Yellow Cab to provide FREE cab rides home for anyone who has been drinking on New Year’s Eve. Although celebrations might look a little different this year, the Free Cab Ride program is a step in the right direction to help keep our families and friends safe around the holidays. “One of the worst parts of our job as injury lawyers at R ..read more

Students are beginning to return to the classroom across Arkansas and Tennessee, which means more vehicles and pedestrians are on the road. The car accident lawyers at Rainwater, Holt & Sexton law firm know that increased traffic can also increase the risk of collisions between vehicles and children. In fact, according to recent statistics, more than 100 schoolchildren are injured every single year in accidents that occurred inside of school zones. These accidents often involve motorists failing to recognize the child on the road and the majority of these accidents occur as children are ge ..read more

Every day, Arkansas drivers in Little Rock and beyond sign up for car insurance with a wide range of different insurance companies. Then, they have to choose between several additional coverages with different limits and deductibles that they can add on to the basic liability-only coverage. It can seem overwhelming, but it is extremely important to consider these options in case of a car accident. If you’ve been injured in a car accident where you or the other driver do not have insurance, contact an experienced lawyer to discuss your coverage and claim options. Drivers typically understand wh ..read more