Wrongful Death
Car Wrecks: Good News/Bad News On Car Wreck Deaths
Late last week, Austin American Statesman writer Ben Wear had a great story on auto accident fatalities. The good news: a Texas Department of Transportation report found that traffic fatalities in Texas have decreased by almost 15 percent since 2006. The bad news: Texas is still significantly more dangerous than the United States as a whole.…
Read MoreAustin American Statesman Covers Confusing World Of Hospital Costs
One of the most frustrating issues for our personal injury clients is dealing with hospitals and hospital charges that don’t seem to make any sense. Yesterday, Austin American Statesman writer Mary Ann Roser had a great story that looks at the mysterious world of emergency room and hospital charges. She took the time to research…
Read MoreAuto Accidents: Is A Ban On Using Cell Phones In Cars Ahead?
Tuesday, the National Transportation Safety Board urged a complete ban on the use of cell phones while driving. The Board has recommended that all states adopt a complete ban on the use of cell phones while driving — including texting and emailing — except in emergency situations. It would include a ban on using phones even with hands-free…
Read MoreWrongful Death Claims Stack Up At Concert Venue
Stage collapses resulting in deaths have dominated the news lately, and are prompting the filing of wrongful death lawsuits. This reported case was filed by the family of a woman killed by a stage collapsing on her while she was attending a concert. The 42-year-old woman was treated to front row seats for the event…
Read MorePersonal Injury Cases: Types Of Information Kept From The Jury
I’m spending a little time today preparing for a jury trial in a couple of weeks, and due to some circumstances, it got me thinking about the things about a case that a jury doesn’t get to know. These issues sometimes come up when talking to new clients. One of the common comments I hear is, “If the…
Read MoreTraumatic Brain Injury Comes in Many Guises
Traumatic brain injury can come about as the result of a tornado. If the trauma is dealt with in the correct manner, the victim may have a chance at recovery. Recovery from traumatic brain injury is often a long and exceedingly slow process, if it can be accomplished at all. Time is of the essence…
Read MoreWhat Is Mediation?
A mediation is a settlement conference led by a neutral third-party, the mediator. The mediator is often, but not always, a lawyer. In Texas, most courts require you to go through a mediation before you can get a trial in your case. Generally, the mediation starts with an opening session where all the parties are present. In many cases,…
Read MoreFamily of Deceased Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit after Vicodin Kills Husband
The parents of a dead man were suspicious of their daughter-in-law’s role in the sudden death of their son, so they filed a wrongful death lawsuit. “This is an unusual case, one that captured the attention of the media for many months as the twists and turns of the story unfolded. In this reported case,…
Read MoreStudent Suicide Results in Wrongful Death Lawsuit
This case was torture for the family, and ultimately ended in a wrongful death lawsuit. This case involved the worst nightmare of any parent; a child committing suicide. However, this case had a further twist. The young man who took his own life was showing clear signs that he needed help, and no one at…
Read MorePersonal Injury: What Should I Bring To My First Meeting With A Lawyer?
In short, everything you think is relevant, and probably more. I always tell clients that we would much rather have too much information than not enough. While each type of case is different, there are some general things that you should consider bringing to your initial attorney consultation. 1. ACCIDENT REPORT. In many types of…
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