Driver distraction is quickly becoming one of the leading causes of injury accidents both here in Texas and throughout the rest of the nation. Anytime your hands come off the wheel, your eyes wander away from the road or your attention is drawn elsewhere while you are driving, the results … Continue reading
On March 16, 2002, 13-year old Columbus Blue Jacket fan, Brittanie Cecil, was struck in the head by a hockey puck at a game at National Arena; two days later, she died. In March 2011, San Francisco Giants fan, Bryan Stow, was attacked outside of Dodgers Stadium. His injuries, which included … Continue reading
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety published the American Driving Survey providing a fascinating snapshot of our daily driving habits. The foundation’s goal is to reduce injuries, prevent crashes and save lives by educating the public about traffic safety. The survey, involving personal interviews with 3,319 drivers, revealed some interesting facts about … Continue reading
The sight of orange cones and caution signs signaling road construction on roads often makes commuters grumble. Work zones signal congestion and delays. However, the alternative is driving on broken-down roads – an unappealing choice for many. Texas is having a difficult time keeping up with the maintenance of the … Continue reading
The oil industry has seen more fatalities from explosions than any other private industry, according to an Environment & Energy Daily article on WyoFile. More than 10 percent of all job-related fatalities can be directly attributed to oil industry explosions and fires – despite the fact the oil industry only employs approximately one percent … Continue reading
It happens to us all. At some point in our lives, we are more than likely going to be in a motor vehicle collision. Whether it’s your fault or not you’ll be forced to deal with the frustration of the incident, the property damage to your vehicle, and your bodily … Continue reading
NO! In Texas, it is against the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct to allow an attorney to PAY for cases. A lot of attorneys in Texas, and especially in SOUTH Texas, solicit and obtain clients against the rules. Barratry is defined by the statutes: “(a) A person commits an … Continue reading
There is a general rule in Texas that you have two years. But there are also notice requirements that are important. For instance, some claims like a claim against a governmental entity, whether it’s a federal or local or state entity, the government has to give you permission to sue … Continue reading
In today’s fast-paced world where convenience often trumps caution, Dollar General stores shine as symbols of accessibility. With a whopping 18,000 stores scattered across the nation and a workforce exceeding 150,000 individuals, Dollar General is undeniably entrenched in the fabric of American retail. However, beneath its veneer of convenience lies … Continue reading
After working over 30 years to make vehicles quiet, auto manufacturers are now required that all hybrid and electric cars make some kind of noise when traveling at low speeds. Cyclists, pedestrians and those are blind will benefit as they will hear the vehicles coming. The Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Act … Continue reading
