Posted on October 24,2024 in Personal Injury

A tragic helicopter crash killed four in Houston on October 20, 2024. The craft hit a radio tower with a history of its aviation obstruction lighting not working. According to reports, the tower is virtually impossible to see when the lights are out. Lighting malfunction was reported to the FAA for that tower on October 17. Investigations are ongoing, with no reported results at this time.

Proper lighting on towers like this is a vital safety feature. When the party responsible for maintaining the lights fails their duty, that party may be liable for personal injuries that occur as a result. If the lights were faulty due to a manufacturing error, the manufacturer could be liable through product liability. In this case, the injuries were fatal and may qualify survivors for compensation through a wrongful death action. A knowledgeable lawyer from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. explains these concepts.

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 Posted on October 09,2024 in Wrongful Death

Every year, the Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation releases data about fatal occupational injuries. In 2022, there were 578 work-related deaths in Texas. The transportation and warehousing, construction, natural resources, and mining industries accounted for 386 of those fatalities.

When someone dies from an occupational injury or illness, do their families get compensation? Does workers’ compensation pay, or someone else? Although no amount of money can replace a loved one, an experienced Dallas attorney from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. can help families recover the compensation they deserve.

What Are Common Fatal Workplace Accidents?

In the annual report mentioned above, some of the most common accidents that led to fatalities include:

• Roadway collisions
• Falls to lower levels
• Exposure to electricity or other harmful substances

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 Posted on September 23,2024 in Catastrophic Injuries

There is no such thing as a good injury, but some are worse than others. Catastrophic injuries are likely to cause lifelong disability, permanent disability, or even death. If you sustain a catastrophic injury because of someone else’s negligence, will you get a higher settlement?

What are catastrophic injuries? How much will your settlement be? These are essential questions, and your experienced attorney from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. has the answers.

What Injuries Are Considered Catastrophic?

Extremely serious injuries can result from many kinds of incidents and accidents. These injuries typically have more impact on the victim’s life and include:

• Brain and head injuries

• Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis

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 Posted on September 07,2024 in Premises Liability

Whether you are at a grocery store, an office building, a public park, or visiting a friend’s home, you expect the property to be safe. However, accidents can happen at any time, anywhere. Falls account for millions of injury-related emergency room visits every year in the U.S., and some of these falls happen because of someone else’s negligence. You may be able to obtain compensation through a personal injury claim if you were injured in a grocery store slip-and-fall accident. Discuss your situation with a knowledgeable attorney from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C.. We offer free consultations, so call us now.

What Is a Slip-and-Fall Accident?

A slip and fall accident happens when you slip on something and then fall on property belonging to someone else. Frequent causes of slip-and-fall accidents include:

• Slippery walking surfaces, whether inside or outdoors

• Loose, broken, or non-existent handrails on stairways

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 Posted on August 22,2024 in Truck Accidents

Texas leads the country when it comes to the number of commercial truck drivers, cargo and container traffic volume, and the largest highway network. Unfortunately, Texas also ranks as the worst state for truck crashes. In 2023, there were 18,814 truck accidents in the state which injured 11,327 people and led to 746 fatalities.

If someone else’s negligence led to your truck collision, you may be entitled to compensation. Truck accident claims are typically more complicated than those involving other kinds of motor vehicles, making it challenging to get as much compensation as you deserve. Working with an experienced lawyer from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. can increase the chances of you seeing a satisfactory resolution.

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 Posted on August 08,2024 in Car Accidents

Did you know that around 94 percent of all car accidents result from human error? Driver distraction is a top cause of these errors, causing many injuries and fatalities every day. There are many forms of distraction, and each can, in certain circumstances, qualify you to obtain compensation after a distracted driving crash. However, you need evidence to support your claim.

A car accident lawyer from Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. can investigate your accident and gather the supporting evidence necessary to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve.

What Is Distracted Driving?

Driving safely requires eyes on the road, hands on the steering wheel, and mental focus on the act of driving. There are four main categories of distractions:

• Visual: Takes the driver’s eyes away from the road

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 Posted on July 24,2024 in Car Accidents

All-terrain vehicles, also known as ATVs, are fun recreational vehicles for many Texas residents. However, it is important to maintain caution with these vehicles as accidents can happen, and ATV accidents may result in serious, life-altering injuries.

If you have been injured in an ATV accident, you may be able to pursue a claim against the party responsible to recover damages. An experienced Texas recreational vehicle lawyer can help you understand your options.

Common Causes of ATV Accidents

ATV accidents can be serious, as individuals operating and riding on these vehicles have little protection. When ATVs collide at high speeds, passengers and drivers may be thrown from the vehicle.

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 Posted on July 04,2024 in Catastrophic Injuries

Railroad crossings are dangerous intersections, and most people know to stay away from train tracks and to avoid lingering around crossings due to the potential for harmful collisions. However, accidents do happen, and in addition to errors by the person hit by the train, these accidents can be caused by negligence by the person operating the train or mechanical defects on the train itself.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a railroad crossing accident, you may be able to pursue a claim against the responsible party. An experienced Texas personal injury lawyer can help you understand what to do next.

How Do Most Railroad Crossing Accidents Occur?

Railroad crossing accidents are avoidable most of the time if safety standards are met and the people operating and maintaining trains act with care. However, this does not always happen, resulting in tragic collisions between trains and passenger cars, trucks, and even pedestrians near crossings.

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 Posted on June 22,2024 in Defective Products

Operating a motor vehicle can be risky, and accidents due to driver error are common. However, not all car accidents are the fault of the driver. When defective car parts cause accidents, both drivers and passengers can be badly injured.

If you have been injured in an accident caused by a defective car part, you need to speak with a seasoned Texas defective products lawyer right away to start your claim against the responsible party.

Common Motor Vehicle Part Defects

Motor vehicles consist of many different moving parts, all of which need to be finely tuned and properly designed for the vehicle to operate safely. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the most common safety-related defects include the following:

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 Posted on June 06,2024 in Wrongful Death

The loss of a loved one is traumatic, and dealing with this loss can be especially difficult if it was caused by the negligent or reckless behavior of another person. In the aftermath of your loved one’s passing, you may be faced with extensive bills, expenses, and the loss of a supporting member of your family. In these cases, a wrongful death claim can help you pursue compensation and hold the party responsible for your loved one’s death accountable.

A seasoned Texas wrongful death attorney can answer your questions about pursuing a wrongful death claim.

What Is a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

Texas defines wrongful death as a death that occurred from another party’s “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default.” Under this statute, if a person caused the death of another, or an injury that led to death, by acting negligently or recklessly, he or she is liable for the damages arising from this death.

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