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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 Posted on May 31, 2024 in Defective Products

When you are prescribed a medication or rely on a drug to cope with a certain illness, you expect the drug to work as intended. You also expect any negative side effects to be mentioned and care to be taken during the manufacturing of the drug. While this is usually the case, there are some cases in which drugs are defective and have negative consequences for those who take them.

A drug that is defective due to the reckless or negligent actions of any party involved in the process of manufacturing and administering the medication can result in serious injuries.

You may be able to pursue a lawsuit if you have received a defective drug. Speak with a Texas defective drug lawyer to further understand your legal options.

Common Texas Drug Defects

Several common drug defects may occur during the manufacturing process for drugs, though drugs may also be considered defective due to design flaws and improper storage methods.

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 Posted on May 10, 2024 in Dog Bites

Dog bites often occur unexpectedly, and victims of a dog bite injury may find themselves dealing with life-long consequences. When a dog bite causes injuries that are long-lasting or permanently affect how victims live their lives, the bite may be considered catastrophic.

If you have experienced a catastrophic dog bite, you may be able to pursue a claim against the dog owner or other responsible party in order to receive compensation that helps with your recovery. A knowledgeable Texas dog bite injury attorney can help you explore your options.

Catastrophic Effects of a Dog Bite Injury

All dog bites can have serious consequences, though some dog bites are incredibly serious and can result in injuries with a lasting impact. In the case of a such a catastrophic injury, wrongful death may also occur.

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 Posted on April 26, 2024 in Work Accidents

Workplace injuries are often severe and have life-changing effects on victims. These injuries are more common in hazardous work environments like factories, construction sites, and industrial work areas. However, employers should be taking steps to follow all safety regulations and ensure the risk of injuries is kept to a minimum.

If you are injured in your Texas workplace, seeking medical treatment immediately and consulting a Texas workplace accident lawyer to understand your legal options is important.

Common Texas Workplace Accidents

Texas workplace accidents may occur across a variety of industries, and both employers and staff should take precautions and follow Texas safety regulations for their specific workplaces appropriately. However, some workplaces are more hazardous than others, and injuries may still occur.

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 Posted on April 09, 2024 in Car Accidents

As a pedestrian, being involved in a car accident can result in serious injuries and extensive medical costs. If you have been hit by a car in Dallas, you might be wondering if you can sue the driver at fault and how to receive compensation to help you recover from an accident. A knowledgeable Texas personal injury attorney can guide you through your legal options and discuss your next steps with you.

Costs and Consequences of a Pedestrian Accident

Pedestrian accidents are often severe, as individuals crossing streets and walking near roads are at serious risk of catastrophic injury or death when hit by a car. Even cars that are not traveling very fast can cause major injuries when they hit a pedestrian.

Consequences of a pedestrian accident can include:

• Broken bones or fractured bones

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 Posted on March 27, 2024 in Catastrophic Injuries

The birth of your child is supposed to be a joyous occasion, but negligence or recklessness on behalf of Texas medical providers during the birthing process can lead to injuries for your infant. Many errors may lead to potential birth injuries, and these life-changing injuries may not be found until months or years after the birth of your child.

If you suspect a birth injury has occurred for your infant, it is important to contact a Texas birth injury lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.

Common Causes of Birth Injuries

Birth injuries include a variety of conditions, including severe or life-altering conditions. Brain damage or trauma, cerebral palsy, bone fractures or spinal cord injuries, and hypoxic or anoxic injuries may occur, and failure to respond to an emergency may result in the wrongful death of an infant.

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 Posted on March 08, 2024 in Catastrophic Injuries

Amputations are catastrophic injuries, and people who have received an amputation after an accident or injury often deal with high medical expenses that come along with such a life-changing condition.

If the injury or accident that led to your amputation was caused by another individual or a company acting negligently or recklessly, you may be eligible for compensation for the costs and emotional distress of an amputation either from the responsible party’s insurance company or the party themselves. An experienced Texas catastrophic injury attorney can help you navigate your legal options.

Incidents That Can Lead to Amputation

An amputation is a serious injury that causes major changes to how someone is able to move, work, and socialize. Although amputations as a result of an accident, attack, or injury are fairly rare, they do happen and it is important for insurance companies and other culpable parties to take responsibility so someone who undergoes an amputation through no fault of their own can receive compensation when necessary. Many incidents could potentially lead to an amputation, including:

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