In the Oil Patch: Case Law, Trends, Issues
Introduction Injuries in the oil & gas Industry are common throughout Texas. In terms of potential risks and accidents, it is one of the most hazardous industries in the world. With such dangerous operations taking place, most injuries are either fatal or leaves...
When the Wind Blows: Examining Wind Turbine Risks
CvPA recently handled a wind farm accident in South Texas, where some dangerous premises injured a contractor. Wind farms, like any form of energy production, wind power has its share of accidents and incidents that can result in injury or damage to equipment. One of...
Basic Damages in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
You’ve been injured in a car wreck, and you might be wondering what damages can you claim in a lawsuit? Our team is frequently asked this question. Pattern Jury Charge 28.3 lays out the basic question a jury will be asked when assessing personal injury damages. They...
Waivers in Horse and Equine Cases
Maybe Not Such an Airtight Defense? Our firm regularly gets called in to help handle horse and equine cases. Our founding partner, Collen Clark, is an experienced rider and horse wrangler. Not only did he compete on the bull-riding circuit, but he maintains his...
You’re Killing Me!
The Oversight Preventing Lawsuits when Young People get Killed on the Worksite Can anyone bring a wrongful death claim for a deceased adult against the employer if the adult does not have a spouse or children? What about parents, brothers, sisters, etc.?...
Experts Going Up in Smoke:
Status of Marijuana Post-Mortem Impairment in Texas Post-Mortem Marijuana in 18-Wheeler Truck Fatalities Whenever there is a fatality on a Texas highway, it is common for the investigator to order a drug screen on the deceased person. With the liberalization of...
Documenting Injuries after a Car Crash
No one likes to think about the prospect of being involved in a car crash. However, the truth is that we cannot control what other people do on the road. If you do ever find yourself in a car crash, it is vital that you take steps to gather as much evidence as...
Common Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims are Denied
Not all employers have their employees’ safety and best interest in mind when it comes to workers’ compensation in Texas. You may need to hire a lawyer to ensure you're compensated for your injuries. However, simply making a claim does not mean that you are...
Addressing Mental and Emotional Damages in Court
Litigations concerning physical abuse, injury, and contact have always been given undivided attention. But what about the emotional and mental side of these issues? When you sustain an injury or get involved in an accident, the uneasiness and pain go beyond physical....
Defective Products Are Out There, what if I Become a Victim of One?
Mistakes in mass manufacturing are made more often than we would expect, and all over the world. As much as the manufacturing companies want to catch all faulty products, they can’t be 100% perfect. These defective products are shipped out and end up in the homes of...