Category Archives: Personal Injury
Can You Recover from a Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are more common than you might think. Every year 1.5 million Americans sustain these types of injuries. While an average of 230,000 do survive, the sad truth is that roughly 50,000 people die from these brain…
Why You Should File a Lawsuit After Suffering a Brain Injury in Texas
Sadly, Texas has had one of the highest rates of serious traffic accidents in the United States over the past several years. Car accidents often result in a range of serious injuries, from whiplash and burns to spinal cord and…
Understanding the 6 Different Types of OSHA Violations
OSHA violations fall into six main types: De Minimis, Other-than-Serious, Repeated, Failure to Abate Prior Violation, Serious, and Willful. These categories range from minor technical infractions with practically no risk of injury to intentional disregard for employee safety, which can…
Mild, Moderate, and Severe TBIs [INFOGRAPHIC]
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are complex conditions that involve the most sophisticated system in the body. In order to better categorize and treat TBIs, medical practitioners have divided the injury into three classifications, which we illustrate in the infographic below.…
Can I Sue My Employer for Toxic Exposure?
People in many different types of industries are exposed to toxic substances every single day. Some of these substances are fairly benign, showing little to no immediate effects, while others need to be treated with the utmost seriousness. However, over…
Understanding Texas’ Good Samaritan Law
The term “good Samaritan” originates from the Parable of the Good Samaritan, a famous allegory included in the Christian Gospel of Luke. Over the centuries, this designation has been repurposed into a common metaphor that describes any charitable, helpful, or…
Can a Bicyclist Be at Fault for an Accident?
When a bicyclist is harmed in a motor vehicle collision, most people automatically assume that a “negligent” motorist will be held responsible for the accident and any costs associated with the victim’s injuries. After all, bicyclists face higher levels of…
How Long Do I Have to File an Injury Lawsuit in Texas?
Every personal injury claim is subject to strict time limits, known as statute of limitations. While you may be in serious pain and having difficulty gathering your thoughts, it’s important to know how long you have to file an injury…
4 Surprising Accidents That Can Lead to a Court Case
A single accident or incident can change the course of a person’s life forever. If your actions or conduct are responsible for someone else’s injuries, you could be held legally accountable for their medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering,…
