Nothing compares to the birth of a child as a moment of genuine joy and hope for a family. Unfortunately, for some families, that moment becomes painful and sad when the newborn suffers an injury. Perinatal or delivery injuries are some of the most agonizing cases of medical malpractice because the entire life of the […]
What to Do After a Bicycle Accident
The number of fatal accidents with bicycles is increasing throughout the country. Deaths caused by bicycle accidents increased by 12.2% in 2015 according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. Mortality rates also rose sharply for cyclists over twenty years old between 1975 and 2015. Interestingly, mortality rates fell sharply during the same period for cyclists […]
What to Do After a Wrongful Death
We understand how difficult it is to face the loss of a loved one. When this happens, the last thing one has in mind is to take legal action. However, it is important that in cases where another’s negligence caused the death,, the family of the deceased consults with a lawyer as soon as possible […]
Train Accidents and the Law
A train accident is classified as an accident that occurs on a train, subway, or any other vehicle intended to operate in a rail system. The fact that trains are limited to running on tracks allows them to be some of the most direct means of transportation, but also some of the most complex. Unlike […]
Effects of Politics on Personal Injury Claims
When you are injured in an accident because of someone else’s negligence, the process can be a little confusing. This process involves finding and hiring an attorney, understanding the laws governing personal injury, filing a complaint with the other party’s insurance company (or lawsuit if necessary), gathering evidence, attempting to settle, and then if necessary, going […]
Judge Trials vs. Jury Trials for Personal Injury Cases
When any civil lawsuit is filed and once all of the evidence is presented, an independent party needs to make a fair and impartial decision on the matter. This independent party is typically either a judge or a jury. With all the different situations to evaluate when faced with having someone else decide how a legal […]
The Importance of the Stowers Doctrine on Personal Injury Claims
As an insured in Texas, you have a contract with your insurance company. In exchange for your premiums; your insurance company owes you a duty to handle your claim in good faith. The Texas Insurance Code also requires the company to pay your claim in a timely manner. There is a coverage amount of your […]
Effect of Hurricane Harvey on Personal Injury Claims
Hurricane Harvey, besides being a major human catastrophe, is on its way to becoming one of the most costly natural disasters in history, experts estimate that the material losses that insurance companies will have to cover for Harvey will be around 25-30 billion dollars If forecasts are true, Harvey will be the third most expensive […]
Spinal Injury Attorneys
Back injuries are usually caused by a traumatic blow to the spinal cord. They are the result of automobile accidents, defective products, slip and falls, sports accidents, accidents at work, violence and much more. Injuries may require several surgeries, rehabilitation and a lifetime of expensive care. Back and spinal cord injuries not only have an […]