On June 24, 2019, the Supreme Court delivered its opinion on The Dutra Group v. Batterton case. The case was concerning whether a Jones Act Seaman can recover punitive damages based on the alleged seaworthiness of a ship. The Case Chris Batterton was working on…
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Every year, drivers pay a large sum of cash to their auto insurance provider. In every state, auto insurance is mandatory. If someone wants to drive in the United States, they have to be insured. However, whenever you get into an accident, there is a…
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A seventeen-year-old boy was rushed to a children’s hospital over 200 miles away from his home. What was wrong? His jaw was in large chunks and shattered into pieces. One pediatric doctor who was treating the teen claimed this is an injury normally seen with…
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Thousands of bike vs. car accidents occur in Texas every year. Often, these crashes cause serious injuries when vehicles are involved. If you got into a crash with a car while on your bicycle, you should speak with an attorney right away. Most people assume…
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According to the National Safety Council, about 6,000 pedestrians were hit and killed by motor vehicles in 2017. Regardless of whether you’re walking in an urban or rural area, it’s vital to pay attention to your surroundings and take certain safety precautions to protect yourself…
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After a car accident or other personal injury situation in Texas, you may face costly medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. While medical bills and lost wages are economic damages that are fairly easy to calculate, it can be difficult to put a…
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A truck accident that was caused by someone else’s negligence can leave you with hefty medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other damages. The crash can be even more daunting if a truck driver tries to blame you for the crash…
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As a parent, you want to do whatever you can to ensure your child is safe while you’re driving them around. By understanding child passenger safety laws in Texas, you can reduce your child’s risk of sustaining an injury. If your son or daughter suffers…
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Motorcyclists are widely seen on Texas roads. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for them to become involved in accidents. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, 501 individuals lost their lives as a result of motorcycle accidents in the state. By taking the time to understand…
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Fatalities caused by elevation falls continue to be a leading cause of death for construction workers. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics discovered that in 2017, elevation falls accounted for 366 of the 971 construction recorded fatalities. The fact that these fatalities were…
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