What is maintenance and cure? Under maintenance and cure law there are three important facts that many injured seamen do not realize. First, maintenance and cure ends when you reach the maximum cure. This does not mean that you have fully recovered from your injury. It simply means that your treating physician has stated that […]
Maritime/ Boat Accident Lawyers
Whether you’re fishing offshore or just enjoying a quiet afternoon on the lake, the state of Texas offers plenty of recreational areas for boat lovers. Unfortunately, there are dangers while boating. In 2018 alone, the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife reported 271 boating accidents in the State of Texas. These accidents caused numerous injuries […]
Death on the High Seas Act
Enacted in 1920, and amended by Congress in 2000, the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA) applies to all deaths of maritime workers occurring 3 miles or more from the shore of the United States, of any of its dependencies, territories or possessions. Currently, fatal plane crashes are also covered in the amended version […]
Maritime Accident Lawyer – The Jones Act in Texas
Injuries to crew members and maritime merchants were so prevalent at the beginning of the 20th century that Congress established the Jones Act, officially titled the Marine Merchant Act of 1920. Although originally sought to protect Marine merchants, the Jones Act now generally covers a broad spectrum of people who are employed or assist in […]
What Should I Do After Suffering a Maritime Injury?
Should I hire a maritime lawyer after an injury at sea? Our maritime attorneys will explain compensation for injuries at sea. Maritime accident cases are different from common workers’ compensation claims because injuries at sea do not necessarily fall under the jurisdiction of the laws of any state. Instead, some federal laws apply to maritime […]
Common injuries in oil fields and oil platforms
Working on an oil field, or an oil rig is one of the most dangerous jobs in America today. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), some of the most common causes of serious injuries in the oil industry include: -Transportation accidents -Fires and explosions -Accidents with objects and equipment Explosions on platforms […]
Insurance Companies’ Increase in Profit Margins
The way insurance companies set their policy prices is surrounded by a halo of mystery. In a recent study, ConsumerReports.org analyzed more than two billion quoted prices to understand the factors that increase rates. You know Flo. She is the charming apron-wearing promoter that says you that you can save more than $500 if you […]
Texas Auto Accident Settlement Amounts
There is no exact formula that determines how much money you will get after an accident claim in Texas, because each case is different. However, there is a way to determine an estimate of how much you can get. 1. How to estimate an injury settlement For the average settlement of a car accident, a […]
11 most frequent causes of car accidents during the Holidays
The holidays are approaching, and that means that the number of road trips increases more than usual. A recent study by the American Automobile Association (AAA) confirms drivers’ neglect considerably increases the possible risk of a motor vehicle accident during this season. These accidents can be minor or disastrous, but they are always avoidable. This […]
Rear-end collisions, who is at fault?
There is a very well known presumption that rear-end collision accidents are always the fault of the driver who crashes into the rear of the car in front. This is not always the case. The purpose of this article is to describe why, and under what circumstances, the driver of the vehicle that crashes […]