An injury to the spine can cause severe and irreversible damage. A victim may never be the same again, with lasting potential effects such as permanent paralysis. In addition, a survivor living with a spinal cord injury may face long-term psychological damage and financial duress from the catastrophic injury. With treatments and legal action, however,…
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How Can Poor Road Conditions Cause a Car Crash?
Posted on March 22nd, 2023
The conditions of the road surface have an enormous impact on the safety of motor vehicle travel. Dangerous road defects, hazards and issues can make it impossible for a vehicle to travel safely from point A to point B – potentially resulting in serious car accidents and injuries. If you get involved in a crash…
Concussions in Personal Injury Cases
Posted on February 8th, 2023
Concussion Injuries One of the newest frontiers in personal injury litigation is the issue of concussion or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). For too long, mTBI’s have been treated as something as minor as an ankle sprain. Over the past few decades, we have learned that concussions are serious brain injuries that can lead to…
Keeping Kids Safe Around Dogs
Posted on February 6th, 2023
Keeping Your Kids Safe Around Dogs Keeping your kids safe around dogs isn’t always easy. We all want to assume that dogs are friendly and kids can play with them. With a little guidance, we can all be better. Some of the main keys to keep our dogs safe are to be aware of dog…
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Posted on February 5th, 2023
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon monoxide is produced by many household appliances, including boilers, fires, cookers and water heaters. Gas, oil, coal and wood are common fuels used to run these devices. The incomplete combustion of these fuels can create carbon monoxide. Household appliances that use these fuels need to be installed and maintained by professionals. They…
Texas Bicycle Laws You Should Know
Posted on January 31st, 2023
Riding a bike is a convenient form of transportation and a great way to get some exercise. But, if you’re going to ride your bicycle on the streets, you should know that laws apply specifically to you. These laws are designed to keep motorists and cyclists safe while sharing the road. Be sure to learn…
Right of Way Laws in Texas
Posted on January 31st, 2023
Right-of-way is a traffic concept that determines the hierarchy of who has the right to make the move first on the road. This concept helps to maintain safe conditions for everyone who is sharing the road and areas around it. This hierarchy of right-of-ways affords drivers and pedestrians a certain level of trust in each…
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Lawsuits
Posted on January 11th, 2023
San Antonio has entered the winter months which bring cold weather. Cold weather means that people will be using their fireplaces, furnaces, and other sources of heat. With the increased use of heating comes the increased risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is a gas that can be release when appliances such as furnaces…
Dealing With PTSD After a Motorcycle Crash
Posted on November 29th, 2022
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is often associated with war veterans and military members who have been in active combat zones. However, PTSD is not restricted to soldiers. Anyone who experiences or survives a traumatic event, including motor vehicle accidents, can come away with lasting psychological trauma. If you develop PTSD after a motorcycle accident, you’re…
How Old Must You Be to Ride on the Back of a Motorcycle in Texas?
Posted on November 28th, 2022
Motorcycle accidents can happen to even the most seasoned rider in Texas. Negligent and distracted motor vehicle drivers can fail to see motorcycles and cause devastating accidents. In a motorcycle accident, a child passenger is especially vulnerable to serious and fatal injuries. In Texas, the law states that a child must be at least five…