Texas Laws on Punitive Damages

In general, the purpose of a personal injury claim is to make an injured accident victim whole again. A successful claim can result in compensatory damages to pay an individual for the losses he or she suffered due to someone else's negligence, such as medical ...

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What Qualifies as an Incapacitating Injury?

Accidents in Texas have the potential to cause all manner of injuries, from minor harm to severe damage. An incapacitating injury is one that, while not fatal, will interfere with the victim’s normal bodily function. If an individual is able to recover from an incapacitating ...

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How to Handle an Accident With an Out-of-State Driver in Texas

Every state has unique car accident and insurance laws. If you get involved in a collision with an out-of-state driver in Texas, you and the other driver may have different ideas of how to proceed with a claim. The way the law works, however, is ...

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When Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer Becomes Necessary

No law in Texas requires you to hire a personal injury lawyer. Doing so, however, can significantly improve your odds of success as a claimant – especially in certain circumstances. Hiring a personal injury lawyer in San Antonio to fight for your rights may become ...

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How to File a Car Accident Report in San Antonio

Getting into a car accident in San Antonio can be a confusing ordeal, but it’s important to know how to handle the aftermath of your crash. This includes knowing when and how to report a car accident. Crash reporting is both a legal requirement and ...

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Are Ambulance Fees Covered in Personal Injury Cases?

If you get seriously injured in an accident in Texas, you may not think twice before allowing an ambulance to take you to the nearest hospital for prompt medical care. When you receive the bill for the ambulance ride, however, you may think differently. In ...

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What Happens to a Personal Injury Case if the Victim Dies During Litigation?

If your loved one sadly succumbs to an injury or illness while in the middle of a personal injury case in Texas, it may fall to you to settle the deceased person's estate and finish unresolved litigation. In Texas, the continuance of a personal injury ...

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Common Scenarios That Lead to Premises Liability Claims

Premises liability claims arise from accidents and injuries that occur on someone else's property due to dangerous defects or conditions. Property owners in Texas have a legal responsibility to ensure the safety of their premises. The failure to do so could lead to many unsafe ...

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The Discovery Rule and Its Role in Wrongful Death Claims

A wrongful death claim is an opportunity for grieving family members to seek justice, accountability and financial compensation for the preventable death of a loved one. In Texas, a law known as the statute of limitations places a strict time limit on the right to ...

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Texas’ New Law on Variable Speed Limits (VSLs)     

Texas passed a new speed limit law on September 1, 2023. House Bill 1885 established variable speed limits (VSLs), or temporary changes to a road’s speed limit in dangerous conditions. In passing this bill, lawmakers hope to prevent serious car accidents caused by speeding in ...

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