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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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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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 Mistakes to Avoid During a Personal Injury Claim   

Filing a personal injury claim in Texas can help you and your family move forward after a traumatic accident. You could receive financial compensation for your related medical expenses, lost wages and other damages from the party that caused your accident. If you aren’t careful, ...

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Can You Sue a Texas Hotel if You Are Injured During Your Stay?

Whether you check into a hotel in Texas for business or a vacation, you shouldn’t leave with a serious injury. Unfortunately, many hotels fall short of the standards of care when maintaining their properties, resulting in premises that have defects and guest injury risks. If ...

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Most Common Oil Rig Accidents in Texas

As a resident of Texas, you are probably familiar with oil rigs. Texas is one of the country’s top suppliers of oil and natural gas. The oil industry in Texas employs thousands of workers each year. Unfortunately, some of these workers suffer serious and life-threatening ...

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How Much Is Your Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Case Worth?

For at least 34 years, members of the military and armed forces were exposed to dozens of toxic substances and volatile organic compounds because of contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. These toxins have been connected to a variety of cancers, diseases and ...

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What Is the PACT Act? 

On August 10, 2022, President Biden signed the PACT Act – the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act – into law. The signing of this act could affect more than five million veterans who have been exposed to ...

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