UNDERSTANDING ACCIDENTS WITH DELIVERY TRUCKS
Delivery trucks come in all weights and sizes, ranging from semi-tractors with loaded trailers to box trucks delivering home appliances and vans delivering floral arrangements. Safety regulations for commercial motor vehicles are stricter than those required when you drive your car. However, negligent operation of a vehicle of any size makes the driver liable. If […]
FILING A PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM IN TEXAS
If you or someone you love has recently been injured in a car accident, know that you’re not alone. In 2021, there were nearly 240,000 individuals who sustained an injury due to a car accident in Texas, and over 19,000 had serious injuries that left them incapacitated. These victims deserve to be cared for and […]
WHO IS AT FAULT IN A SEMI-TRUCK ACCIDENT?
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there were about 127,000 traffic crashes involving large trucks and buses in the United States in 2018. Accidents involving semi-trucks and 18-wheelers are often severe due to the vehicle sizes and weights being transported. Fortunately, Texas personal injury laws allow victims of semi-truck accidents to hold […]
THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A SPORTS AGENT
As a professional athlete, working with a certified sports agent is crucial for assistance in all aspects of your career. Your agent will advocate for your rights and represent you in various legal and business affairs. Due to the significant role a sports agent plays in a professional athlete’s career and life, working with the […]
WHY IT’S NOT A GOOD IDEA TO SPEAK TO AN INSURANCE ADJUSTER
Car accidents happen without warning and can have a devastating impact on your life. When you are involved in any type of accident, your first priority is to ensure you are safe and address the nature of your injuries. Along with the immediate concern for personal health and safety comes the unexpected and overwhelming reality […]
NEXT STEPS TO TAKE AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT
From minor fender benders to serious auto collisions, there are around 6 million car accidents across the U.S each year. Unfortunately, no matter how safely you operate your vehicle, drivers who are reckless, distracted, drunk, or otherwise negligent can cause a crash. You may not know what steps you should take after a car accident. […]
WHY HIRING A CERTIFIED AGENT IS NECESSARY
According to statistics from the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), there are over 850 NFLPA-certified agents representing players in the league. Sports agents are responsible for advocating for and representing a player’s business and legal affairs. If you’re an athlete in the NBA, NFL, or any other sport, your agent can protect your rights and ensure […]
BAD FAITH TACTICS OF INSURANCE COMPANIES
In 2020, there were nearly 137,000 active injury cases on the civil docket of Texas district courts. Plaintiffs injured at the hands of a negligent party were seeking just compensation for their damages under the law. Behind nearly every case filed against an individual, entity, or both was an insurance company defending their insureds and […]
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE 3M EARPLUG LAWSUIT
WHAT HAPPENED? The Justice Department settled a lawsuit with 3M in July 2018 that the company defrauded the government by selling earplugs with “dangerous design defects” to the military for “more than a decade” from 2003 to 2015. 3M agreed to pay $9.1 million to the government to settle the government’s complaint. This money did […]
