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Published on: August 31, 2020

ACCIDENT INJURY REPORT: Teen Dies After Electrocution in North Houston Hotel Pool

Saturday, August 29, 2020: HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A teen has died after he was electrocuted in a hotel pool Saturday afternoon in north Houston. The incident happened at the North Villa Inn located on the 16500 block of the North Freeway and North Vista Drive.

Harris County Pct. 4 deputies say a 15-year-old juvenile was in the hotel’s pool when he was electrocuted. Officials said the teen’s father pulled him out of the pool and paramedics performed CPR. The teen was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died. Exposed wiring in the pool may have been the cause of the electrocution, the Harris County Sheriff’s office is investigating.

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Published on: August 12, 2020

Carabin Shaw and Wyatt Law Firm Donates $100,000 to Encourage Convalescent Plasma Donations in South Texas

By Carabin Shaw

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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 10, 2020: Carabin Shaw Law Firm and Wyatt Law Firm, PLLC. answered the lifesaving need to help fight COVID 19 by donating $100,000 to assist the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center’s (STBTC) efforts to collect convalescent plasma for COVID-19 patients. The two firms will provide $50,000.00 each — $100,000.00 total — in gift cards to encourage South Texans who have recovered from COVID-19 to donate convalescent plasma. Donors will receive a $50.00 Visa gift card for each eligible donation.

“We felt it was vital for us to encourage people to make a lifesaving plasma donation,” said Jamie Shaw, a founding partner of Carabin Shaw. “It’s critically important to our community, and we want to encourage others to step up and help.”

Convalescent plasma contains antibodies to the virus that causes COVID-19 and may provide passive immunity to certain patients with severe forms of the illness. The plasma is used to treat patients with active infections, and it is one of the few treatments available for COVID-19. STBTC is the only organization in this area collecting convalescent plasma that can be transfused directly to patients with COVID-19.

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Published on: April 9, 2020

Who comes first? Employees or Customers?

By Carabin Shaw

While people are rushing to essential retail outlets to buy food and supplies for their families, workers in these high volume retailers seem to be at a higher risk of developing Covid 19 symptoms while working to meet consumer needs. Workers in essential retail giants, supermarkets, and consumer product delivery businesses are expected to work long hours to keep shelves stocked, deliveries fulfilled and businesses operational.

The demands for basic items are far outstripping the supply chain nationwide. A valid question is surfacing as to what efforts companies and corporations are making to keep the workplace safe. Employers have a legal duty to provide a reasonably safe working environment for all employees. Although much has been done to ensure that the spread of the virus in these environments is limited to keep customers safe, employees still remain vulnerable and face greater exposure.

A large white elephant sits in the room waiting to be dealt with regarding this virus in high traffic areas. That being the safety of the employees and workers required to work in extremely vulnerable conditions. Many questions remain regarding what employers are actually doing to keep their workforce safe.

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Published on: March 19, 2020

Carabin Shaw and Client and Community Commitment

By Carabin Shaw

Mr-Shaw-300x297 As the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation develops, all of our lives will undoubtedly be affected. Our families, communities, and businesses are navigating a truly unprecedented global event.

In this time of crisis, we know our role is to not only represent our clients in their time of need, protect our employees and team members, but also to help adapt to the changing realities we are now confronted.

I’m reaching out with an update from the Carabin Shaw Family to reassure you that we are working tirelessly to serve and help all of our clients prevail and to keep our employees safe at the same time.

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Published on: March 18, 2020

Instacart Shoppers and DoorDash Drivers are Turning into First Responders

By Carabin Shaw

Carabin Shaw Law Firm encourages everyone to practice social distancing which includes limited contact and gatherings. Please thank and generously tip the service people who provide you with to-go food, run necessary errands and who help the community during the coronavirus outbreak. You are lifelines to many, thank you!

Instacart shoppers, Amazon delivery drivers, and others are making it possible for other people to engage in self-protective social distancing. When you run errands or go to a grocery store, you’ll see people with baskets and carts staring at their iPhone screens and then searching for black beans or frozen macaroni and cheese. A few wear masks and carry hand sanitizer.

Meet these shoppers. They’re not buying for themselves. Their job is to purchase goods and drive them to strangers who have ordered virtually, to limit being in crowded social places and being exposed to the coronavirus. Slate.com

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Published on: March 17, 2020

An Accident is Never Good News –But Help is Available During Stressful Times

By Carabin Shaw

car-crash-cartoon-pictures-19 An accident is always inconvenient, and costly, as well as dangerous. If you’re in an accident, it’s important to first call 911 immediately for anyone who is injured. Your next step? Call Carabin Shaw for a lawyer who is committed to making your bad situation better. And to prevent it from costing you more money and time.

We offer free phone, Facetime or in-person consultations so you can call us from the road or while at home. And for the convenience of our clients, we provide E-documentation options which save you time. We’re able to deliver your case documents straight to your phone. No travel time, parking issues or the added hassle of calling all the separate services for the help you need. We offer you immediate peace of mind by providing you with total accident assistance with one easy quick call to Carabin Shaw.

For your added convenience, we will arrange for a rental car to be delivered right to your front door. When an accident suddenly leaves you struggling with a need for cash, we are here to help arrange emergency cash loans for unforeseen expenses.

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Published on: March 10, 2020

Texas Nursing Home Disputes Involving Arbitration Clauses

By Carabin Shaw

hands-people-friends-communication-45842-scaled Texas individuals who admit their loved ones into nursing homes do so with the expectation that the nursing facility will provide their family members with appropriate medical care and treat them with respect and compassion. However, the sad reality is that many people suffer abuse and serious injuries because of reckless, negligent, or careless Texas nursing home personnel. In these cases, families should take steps to pursue a Texas nursing home abuse lawsuit against the at-fault individual or entity.

Many families who try to pursue claims against Texas nursing homes face roadblocks because of arbitration agreements they agreed to upon admittance. For over twenty years, nursing home and long-term care facilities offered arbitration agreements as a way to solve disputes. Arbitration provides the parties to present their case to a neutral party who will decide on the matter. In some cases, arbitration can save both parties the time and expense of a long and drawn-out trial process. However, arbitration agreements are often one-sided and favor the party who offered the option, such as a nursing home.

These agreements are not only one-sided, but they were often a requirement for those wishing to enter nursing home care. Additionally, there was overwhelming evidence that nursing home arbitration agreements were detrimental to the safety of long-term care facility residents. To address the inherent unfairness in the rule, in 2016, lawmakers changed the rules. They explained that any facility that requires residents to sign arbitration agreements to enter the facility would not be eligible for federal funding. Even with the favorable public reaction to the ban, in 2019, a new rule took effect. The current law allows nursing homes to include arbitration agreements in their admission packets. However, it is important to note that nursing homes cannot require residents to sign the agreement as a pre-requisite to admission. Additionally, nursing homes must provide residents with at least 30-days to rescind their agreement.

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Published on: February 3, 2020

ACCIDENT INJURY REPORT: Two Injured After Train Crashes into Semi in Ft. Worth

By Carabin Shaw

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(FT. WORTH, Feb 3, 2020) – At least two people have been injured after a crash involving a Trinity Railway Express (TRE) train and an 18-wheeler. The accident happened Jan. 28 around 7:30 a.m. during the morning commute at the 400 block of Riverside Drive, east of downtown Fort Worth.

The 18-wheeler was stopped on the train tracks due to traffic. Officials with the Fort Worth Fire Department said that the semi was hauling 30,000 pounds of aluminum. Emergency crews treated the driver of the tractor-trailer at the scene. Officials are still investigating the accident.

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Published on: December 22, 2019

Questions Remain After One-Year Old Toddler Drowns in Mesa Pool

By Carabin Shaw

December 22, 2019 – Most pools have some sort of enclosures systems to prevent easy access by toddlers. Generally, there are ordinances that govern what type of enclosure systems must be present at all times to prevent drownings. For examples, gates that secure pools must self close and self latch. Additionally, fence enclosures must be at least 48 inches in height and there must not be any gaps larger that 4 inches wide in any fence or gate device. These safety rules are in effect to prevent easy access by toddlers to unguarded swimming pools.

1-year-old girl brought back to life after being pulled from Mesa pool

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Published on: December 12, 2019

Accident Injury Report – Fatal Accident on I-40 Amarillo

By Carabin Shaw

Amarillo TX (December 12, 2019) Amarillo police continue to investigate a fatal accident on I-40 east near South Lakeside Drive that left one woman dead and the driver arrested. Authorities arrested 38-year-old Ricardo Alfonzo Sanchez, for suspicion of intoxicated manslaughter.

The accident happened Tuesday night around 8PM when the driver flipped the vehicle trying to get back on the highway. His passenger, 31-year-old Ashley Renee Hernandez, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Contributing factors to the accident were the use of marijuana and excessive speed. Police believe not using a seatbelt contributed to the passenger’s death.

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