There are many opportunites for injuries to happen during a move.
Key Takeaway:
Moving companies may be liable for injuries caused during a move if negligence by the company or its workers contributed to the accident.
Drivers must use extra caution around motorcycles.
Key Takeaway:
Yes. A driver claiming they “didn’t see” a motorcycle may actually help establish negligence if they failed to keep a proper lookout or yield safely.
Boating season is reaching its peak: make sure you’re prepared.
As summer approaches in Texas, many families head to lakes, rivers, and beaches to enjoy the water. Boating, jet skiing, and other water activities are popular ways to relax during the warmer months. But while these activities can be fun, they also come with serious risks.
We hope you a safe Memorial Day Weekend. But, if an accident happens, we’re ready to help.
In Texas, Memorial Day weekend is more than just a holiday. For many families, it marks the unofficial start of summer. Highways fill with travelers heading to barbecues, lake trips, beaches, and family gatherings across the state.
Children are especially vulnerable to drowning accidents in public or private pools.
Key Takeaway:
An apartment complex may be liable for a swimming pool injury if unsafe conditions or negligent maintenance contributed to the accident.
Memorial Day weekend sees a large increase in drunk driving.
Key Takeaway:
If you’re hit by a drunk driver over Memorial Day weekend, seek medical care immediately, document the crash, and understand your legal options for pursuing compensation.
Boating accidents can result in catastrophic injuries.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim after a boating accident in Texas if another party’s negligence or reckless behavior caused your injuries.
When is an owner responsible for a dog attack?
Dogs are our loyal companions, but even well-behaved pets can cause serious injuries under the wrong conditions. Dog attacks can happen quickly and without warning. In the aftermath, the injured person is left wondering who is responsible and what steps to take next.
Texas’s “One-Bite Rule” doesn’t excuse negligent owners.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim after a first-time dog bite in Texas if the owner knew the dog was dangerous or failed to act reasonably in controlling it.
Overserving a patron can make bars liable for drunk driving accidents.
Key Takeaway:
Yes—under the Texas Dram Shop Act, a bar may be liable if it serves alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person who later causes a crash.
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