Understanding Civil vs. Criminal Cases in Drunk Driving Accidents When a drunk driving accident occurs, two separate legal systems often come into play: criminal law and civil law. While both arise from the same incident, they serve very different purposes and operate independently of one another. Criminal proceedings focus on … Continue reading
One of the most widely talked-about lawsuits in modern history is Liebeck v. McDonald’s Restaurants. For years, it has been reduced to a punchline the story of a woman who spilled coffee on herself and walked away with millions. That version, often repeated by media outlets and late-night comedians, painted … Continue reading
In today’s interconnected world, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. From tweeting and posting to blogging and gramming, we all engage with various platforms to share our experiences. While social media offers a great way to stay connected with friends and family and stay informed … Continue reading
Drivers who are serious about protecting themselves and those who ride with them know that auto insurance is an essential component in any safety strategy. Without insurance, any driver who found himself in an accident – and millions do each year – could be faced with the prospect of covering … Continue reading
The term “Reservation of Rights” is often heard in the context of auto insurance claims and coverage. This term can be confusing, and can often lead to frustrations for those trying to make a property and/or injury claim against an insurance carrier for damages sustained in a motor vehicle collision. … Continue reading
All states have an imposed deadline or time period coded in law that limits the time a party can make a claim. This time limit, otherwise known as the Statute of Limitations for personal injury claims is 2 years in the State of Texas. This means that if you are … Continue reading
The first day of the New Year marks the beginning of many things, gym memberships, saying goodbye to cigarettes, and for qualified Texas residents the ability to openly carry handguns. Effective January 1st, 2016 Texas house bill 910 will become law and allow Texas residents to legally carry a handgun … Continue reading
If ever you’ve been in an automobile crash or other types of accident that resulted in some type of injury, you may already know just how frustrating it can be to receive the compensation you deserve. In many cases, victims go through the motions of filing a claim in the … Continue reading
In Texas, trucks and semi-trucks is a dime a dozen. There are many of these large and sometimes unwieldy vehicles on the road. If the drivers are not careful and well-trained, they can cause dangerous and sometimes fatal accidents. One such type of accident that results from truck driver negligence … Continue reading
