Category: Personal Injury

You know someone else’s actions caused your injuries, and you know you deserve financial compensation. But how much is fair? Even if you have a ballpark idea how much money will cover your current medical bills, there’s a lot more to determining a fair settlement than that. And the...

Texas is the only state in the United States that does not require private employers to carry workers’ compensation benefits. This often causes confusion; does it means that employees injured on the job have no way of being compensated for their injury? Thankfully, this is not necessarily the...

If you go to the hospital after an accident, the hospital may have the right to be paid back with the personal injury settlement that you receive. In this article, we will explain the key things to know about hospital liens. We’ll also discuss how to legally lower the amount of a hospital lien...

A common concern among potential clients is that a settlement in their personal injury case may cause them to lose important government benefits. If you find yourself wondering the answer to this question, please take caution because a settlement can have a profound effect on your...

One of the foundations of Texas’ economy is the oil and gas industry, which is known for its boom or bust characteristics. If you have been suddenly laid off or fired from your Texas job without warning, no matter what industry it’s in, you do have rights. One of these is the Worker Adjustment...

According to a recent San Antonio Express-News article, Texas homeowner insurers have made more than $4.5 billion in profits in the state over the last five years. This may surprise you, since Texas has more than its fair share of damaging weather events that lead to billions in homeowners’...

Under the whistleblower provisions of the False Claims Act (FCA), private citizens can file a lawsuit on behalf of the United States government and share in the financial recovery. This is known as a qui tam lawsuit. Whistleblowers are eligible to receive a portion — typically between 15-25% —...

Fumigants are dangerous substances where, if inhaled, can cause serious injury or even death. Many people file lawsuits that claim injury from coming into contact with fumigants. In many cases, these claims arise as a result of harm suffered due to inadequate warning about the fumigating...

If you’ve been injured due to a preventable accident, finding the right personal injury attorney shouldn’t become a hassle. First, it’s important to understand what a personal injury lawyer is: Personal injury attorneys are licensed to practice almost any type of law but they specialize...

An important consideration when deciding whether to file a civil action against someone whose negligence may have caused you personal injury is the possibility that the person may file for protection under federal bankruptcy laws. Depending on the nature of the underlying legal dispute,...