Austin Personal Injury Blog
The Office of Court Administration compiles the Annual Statistical Report, which encompasses the state fiscal year from September 1 to August 31 2023. This comprehensive report provides insights into the Texas court system’s structure and jurisdiction, offers in-depth analyses of case activity and emerging trends, and presents statistical data from appellate and trial courts. Experienced…
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The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced updates to its injury reporting rules. Beginning in 2024, companies in certain high-risk industries will be required to file injury reports electronically. Companies affected by this change are those with 100 or more employees in certain named “high-hazard” industries, such as construction. These companies must…
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On September 1, 2023 a new Texas law took effect. The law allows local police to enforce commercial vehicle safety standards in three Texas locations: Orange County, Waller County, and the City of Mesquite. Before the change, the Texas Department of Public Safety was the only agency responsible for enforcing state and federal regulations regarding…
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Austin Personal Injury Attorney Brooks Schuelke Weighs in on Changes to Texas Mental Anguish Damages
The Texas Supreme Court delivered a groundbreaking decision in Gregory v. Chohan, reshaping the landscape of mental anguish damages that left many questions unanswered. Mental anguish damages in Texas are a recognized form of compensation for individuals who have endured significant emotional distress due to the actions or negligence of others. The landmark ruling marked…
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Austin Transportation’s Vision Zero program has identified 13 High-Injury Roadway sections that require cost-effective safety enhancements. These improvements include focused engineering designs, better signage, and targeted enforcement against dangerous driving behaviors. In the past seven years, these 13 sections have witnessed over 350 serious injuries or fatalities, making up more than half of the top…
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