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...
Does Juvenile Law Differ From Adult Law?
When it comes to the law, there are some significant differences between crimes carried out by juveniles and those carried out by adults. Or rather, some big differences in how those crimes are punished. This is because juveniles – in most cases, a child between the...
How Can I Know If Divorce Mediation Is Right For Me?
Every wedding is different, every marriage is different, and that means every divorce is going to be different – mainly because every person is different. With this in mind, and understand that divorce itself involves a significant number of difficult decisions, it...
How Do You Qualify for Social Security Disability in Texas?
If you are a resident of Texas and are no longer able to work due to a disability, Social Security Disability Benefits may be an option for you. Here is what you should know if you’re hoping to qualify: What should you do? Just like any case you make to the...
Things You Should Never Say At The Scene Of A Car Accident
Getting into a car accident, even a small one, can be very scary. Most people are shaken up and nervous in that situation, so it can be hard to think clearly. Here are a few things that should never be said at the scene of a car accident, no matter whose fault it was....