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Wrong-Way Crash Claims Another Life on I-35
A tragic wrong-way head-on collision on I-35 in Austin has claimed another life, highlighting a dangerous spike in local traffic fatalities. Austin Police suspect driving while intoxicated (DWI) played a major role in the early-morning crash. Victims of drunk driving…
Understanding the Difference Between Concussions & Cerebral Contusions
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are commonly sustained after car collisions, sports incidents, assaults, and even severe slip and fall accidents. When a victim’s brain is violently jarred, they may suffer a concussion and/or a cerebral contusion. Both concussions and contusions…
Sustaining PTSD As a Result of a Car Accident
We have all heard about various situations involving car accidents and the physical injuries they cause. It changes entire lives, hurting individuals and leaving them in a state of confusion regarding what to do next. However, as serious as physical…
What’s the Difference Between a Statute of Limitations & a Statute of Repose?
While both the statute of limitations and the statute of repose place strict time limits on your right to file a lawsuit in Texas, they trigger differently. A statute of limitations countdown begins when an injury occurs or is reasonably…
Why Auto Accident Rates Increase During the Holidays
It’s mid-November already, and with the holidays just around the corner, many people and their families are preparing to hit the road to celebrate in other destinations. As many people are already familiar, travel during the holidays can mean an…
Can I sue the school district if my child gets COVID-19?
Finding out your child has been injured at school is a nightmare for any parent. Especially in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, when your children’s health and safety are on the line, you may find yourself wondering if there’s…
3 Behaviors that Contribute to Work Zone Accidents
Despite significant efforts made by the highway industry and various government agencies, the number of work zone accidents increases each year. In fact, Texas consistently ranks as one of the top states for the highest number of annual construction zone…
The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC Will Host the 2015 Jingle Bell 5K Run
The team at Stewart Law Firm, PLLC is proud to announce that we will be hosting the 18th annual 2015 Jingle Bell 5K run, taking place at Austin’s Camp Mabry on December 13, 2015. The Austin Jingle Bell 5K is…
Do Commercial Trucks and Buses Have Separate Texting Rules?
Texting while driving is a dangerous activity on its own. When done behind the wheel of a heavy-duty vehicle like a bus or a truck, however, it can become deadly. For this reason, lawmakers and transportation officials in Texas view…
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