What to do if Assaulted in a Rideshare in Texas
If you feel that you’ve been abused in a rideshare, contact your local police department to report the crime. This is different from filing a lawsuit, but you can file a criminal complaint if you feel the driver was negligent. If you are a victim of sexual assault or other violent crime in a rideshare, […]
Did You Suffer an Injury in an Escalator?
An injured person in an escalator accident can file a lawsuit in Houston to recover damages. These accidents often happen when escalators are not maintained or adequately maintained. A personal injury attorney can help you determine whether or not a property owner is responsible. Typically, property owners can be held liable if the deteriorated escalator […]
What to Do After a Metro Bus Accident
When someone is hurt in a Houston METRO bus accident, the path forward can feel overwhelming. These cases involve a government-run transit authority, which means different legal rules apply compared to a standard claim. Taking the right steps early can protect your health, preserve critical evidence, and strengthen your ability to pursue compensation. Metro Is […]
Eye Injuries: Medical Treatment and Victim’s Rights
Eyes are referred to as the “windows to the soul” and are also a crucial component of our everyday lives. Eye injuries can result in permanent vision loss, partial vision loss, or vision restrictions that may affect every aspect of your life. Suppose your eye injury resulted from someone else’s carelessness, negligence, or wrongdoing. In […]
How to Provide Evidence For Pain and Suffering After an Accident
“Pain and suffering” refers to the physical and emotional injuries a victim suffers following an accident. A victim’s pain and suffering refer to the physical stress (pain) and the emotional stress (suffering) caused by an injury. An example may be a victim that has suffered severely after an accident that is now permanently disabled, or […]
How to Make a Compensation Claim for a Head Injury?
An accident at home, work, on the road, or via a criminal act that causes a head injury can cause the victim and their close relative much pain. Statistics show that 85% of people who have suffered severe head injuries remain disabled even a year after their accidents. Statistics show the following for those who […]
A Guide to Help You File a Successful Car Accident Claim
If you have been involved in a car accident in Houston or anywhere around Texas, you should know that you will be dealing with insurance companies. Be aware that insurance companies are in the business of collecting profit and will engage in tactics to minimize, delay, or deny your claim altogether. Insurance companies are only […]
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Most personal injury lawsuits that are actually filed in a Texas court take roughly one to two years to reach a final resolution. Cases with disputed liability, serious injuries, or multiple insurance policies can take longer. Cases with clear fault and a cooperative insurer sometimes resolve sooner. That timeline applies to lawsuits specifically. Many personal […]
You Deserve Compensation For Catastrophic Explosion Injuries
Burn injuries are one of the horrific consequences of explosions. As we saw with the explosions at the Boston Marathon and a catastrophic factory explosion in Texas, these types of incidents can result in significant loss of lives, property and long-term consequences for an entire community. Victims suffer substantial physical, emotional, and financial outcomes regardless […]
Why it’s Essential to File a Lawsuit on Time
You must file a lawsuit on time; otherwise, you may miss out on the compensation you deserve, and depending on your accident, there is a chance that other individuals may be injured too. The Time Limits on Your Lawsuit Regardless of who or what caused your accident or the injuries you sustained, every state has […]