Even a short fall off a ladder can cause a serious injury.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim if a homeowner’s negligence—such as failing to warn about dangerous conditions—caused your injury while helping with home repairs.
Whether traveling or staying local, knowing your rights after a spring break injury is crucial.
Spring break is in full swing. For many Texas families, it’s a chance to travel, relax, and spend time together. However, increased travel also brings a higher risk of accidents and injuries.
Concussions are a mild form of a traumatic brain injury.
Key Takeaway:
You may be able to file a claim for a concussion after a car accident if medical records and other evidence show the crash caused the injury.
Serving alcohol? Learn when you may be liable for an accident.
Key Takeaway:
In Texas, a social host may be liable if they provide alcohol to a minor or knowingly serve alcohol to someone who is obviously intoxicated and that person later causes harm.
Sudden cold snaps can cause unexpected, dangerous driving conditions.
February may bring Valentine’s Day plans, but winter weather in Texas is not always finished. Sudden cold fronts can still cause freezing rain, icy roads, and dangerous driving conditions.
Injuries at romantic getaways can be the fault of the hotel/resort.
Key Takeaway:
A Texas hotel may be liable for your injury if it failed to fix or warn about a dangerous condition it knew—or should have known—about.
Taking a rideshare on Valentine’s Day? Read this first.
Carpooling to work is growing in popularity.
Key Takeaway:
If you’re injured while carpooling in Texas, you may have the right to file a claim, and liability may involve one or more drivers or insurance policies.
Construction sites have unique hazards in January.
Returning to work after the holidays can be tough. Schedules change, workloads increase, and crews must adjust quickly. For construction workers, January also brings cold-weather risks.
Dry winters can cause deep cracks in pavement and outdoor staircases.
Your apartment should be a safe place to relax—especially during the winter. When you rent a home, you trust your landlord to keep the property in good condition. While winters in Texas are usually mild, cold snaps, rain, and poor lighting can still create dangerous conditions.
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