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Does Insurance Cover Wrongful Death?

Does insurance cover wrongful death? The general answer to that question is yes. However, wrongful death cases often involve large damage awards. Insurance companies are interested in protecting their own bottom line. They make more money when they don’t have to pay large awards to family members of people who are negligently kille[...]

Date: June 16, 2020 / Wrongful Death
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What Happens If You Get Injured and Can’t Work?

If you get injured and can’t work in Texas, you have several options, depending on your circumstances.  For injuries that happen on the job, both Texas law and federal laws state that workers have the right to a safe work environment, and the OSHA provides many regulations to help ensure safety. Employers do not always abi[...]

Date: June 4, 2020 / Workers Compensation
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Johnson & Johnson Stops Talcum Powder Sales. The Cancer It Causes Continues

Johnson & Johnson will stop selling its talc-based baby powder in North America, the company announced on May 19. The product was once an essential part of the company's sales and image. Now it's the subject of about 19,400 lawsuits claiming it may have caused cancer. Several juries have ruled against Johnson & Johnson. In one 20[...]

Date: May 29, 2020 / Drug Injury
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What to Ask an Attorney Before Hiring Them

When you need an attorney, choosing the right one can seem overwhelming. Personal injury attorneys aren't hard to find, but you should be intentional when selecting the person who will be your advocate. Knowing what to ask an attorney before hiring them can help you determine who is the best fit for your case. There are a few thi[...]

Date: May 28, 2020 / Personal Injury
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What Happens After I Reach MMI Under Texas Law?

What happens after I reach MMI under Texas Law? That’s a question asked by many people who’ve been hurt on the job and are getting workers’ comp benefits. MMI, or maximum medical improvement, means that a doctor has decided you are as well as you’re going to be from your injury or illness. When the doctor says you’ve reache[...]

Date: May 21, 2020 / Workers Compensation
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How Do You Prove a TBI?

How do you prove you have a TBI? If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it is probable that you are not acting like you once did. You may be struggling with memory loss, confusion, and sometimes impulsivity. You might also be experiencing frequent headaches, sleep problems, and dizziness. So, how do you prove a trau[...]

Date: May 13, 2020 / Traumatic Brain Injuries

Who Is Entitled to Wrongful Death Benefits?

When your loved one has died because of a negligent accident or wrongful act, you may wonder who is entitled to wrongful death benefits. The question of who gets wrongful death benefits can be especially important if the person was also a breadwinner. In Texas, spouses, children, and parents can file claims to receive wrongful death [...]

Date: May 7, 2020 / Wrongful Death
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Who Gets the Money in a Wrongful Death Settlement

After the death of a loved one due to the negligent actions of others, the surviving relatives may wonder who gets the money in a wrongful death settlement. Here in Texas, your Last Will & Testament (or the Estates Code, if you have no will) determines how your assets are distributed when you die. But what if your death was caused by[...]

Date: April 23, 2020 / Wrongful Death

How to Get a Car Accident Police Report in Texas

When you’ve been in a crash, one of the essential things you’ll need to know is how to get a car accident police report. By law, police in Texas must make a written report if someone was injured or killed in an accident or if there was over $1,000 in property damage. It’s very important to include a copy of the responding offic[...]

Date: April 16, 2020 / Vehicle Wrecks

Can You Sue a Trucking Company After an Accident?

Enormous fear and confusion fill your life after you've been in a crash with a truck. You may be in a hospital bed with broken bones or at home with a concussion, wondering what happens next. And you probably have lots of questions like "what will happen to my family?" and "how will I pay these medical bills?" You may also be [...]

Date: March 16, 2020 / Truck Accidents
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Zantac Recall and Cancer Risk

FDA Cancer Recall The United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a Zantac recall in September 2019 due to an increased risk of cancer. The FDA expanded the recall on April 1, 2020, to request that both Zantac and ranitidine, its generic form, be removed from the marketplace. This means that no form of this medication [...]

Date: March 2, 2020 / Drug Injury
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How Much Compensation is Common with Head Injury Claims?

What is the average payout for a head injury? These types of injuries can cause devastating mental, emotional, and physical effects that affect the victim and their families for life. It is no wonder that payouts in a lawsuit can be very high. The average payout for a head injury will vary depending on factors such as the severity o[...]

Date: February 25, 2020 / Traumatic Brain Injuries

Can You Sue an Uninsured Driver?

It is overwhelming and frightening to be in a car crash, especially if you are injured, or a family member is killed. It’s something that you think will never happen to you, and when it does, you can be in disbelief and shock. You are suddenly faced with mounting medical bills, property damage, time off work, and sometimes a fear o[...]

Date: January 27, 2020 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Does a Brain Injury Feel?

Our injured clients have unique experiences, as they are individuals with a specific set of physical characteristics, who were injured in a particular way. Two car crashes may look similar, but the effects of similar trauma on occupants of vehicles varies. There are collisions where some people are severely injured, and others walk a[...]

Date: January 21, 2020 / Traumatic Brain Injuries
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How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?

Whether your personal injury claim has been filed and you are waiting for your payments, or you haven’t even begun the process and are simply considering opening a claim, the process of personal injury claims is quite intricate. You are right to look for answers. After all, the goal of these claims is to obtain the money you need t[...]

Date: January 15, 2020 / Personal Injury

What Are the Top Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?

Every 90 minutes, a pedestrian in the U.S. is killed in a crash. In Texas, pedestrians are at an even greater risk of being injured by a vehicle. What are the top causes of pedestrian accidents, and what can we do to make everyone on our roads as safe as possible? These are vital questions to ask to address our problems. Pedestrian[...]

Date: January 3, 2020 / Pedestrian Injury
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Helping Those Injured in December’s Liberty County Amtrak Train Crash

On December 17, 2019, a cement truck collided with an Amtrak train headed from Los Angeles to New Orleans. The crash took place near FM 1960 and County Road 621 just west of Dayton. There were 78 passengers and 12 crew members on the train, and we continue to learn more about what happened through our ongoing investigation. The ac[...]

Date: December 23, 2019 / Personal Injury
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How Much is My Car Accident Settlement Worth?

A car accident settlement is worth the amount that you and the representatives of the at-fault party agree upon. To get an idea of how much you should demand in payment, calculate the past and future expenses you’ll face because of the crash. Once you start the process of determining how much compensation you should receive, youâ[...]

Date: December 13, 2019 / Vehicle Wrecks