As much as we wish the justice system in America was flawless, it is, unfortunately, not the case. Many people every year are wrongly imprisoned, and with the development of more advanced forensic technology, we are beginning to see just how serious this problem has been. But how does wrongful imprisonment happen? How does a judge and jury become convinced that someone completely innocent is in fact guilty? Here are some of the most common causes of wrongful imprisonment: False Confessions In many cases, the situations and circumstances around a crime and its prime suspects are complex and… Read More
Did you know it is mandated by state law that you have a minimal amount of personal injury protection (PIP) coverage in your insurance policy? And the only way by which you can not have PIP coverage is through signing an explicit agreement with your insurance provider denying PIP coverage? Unless you signed the release, even if all you bought was a minimal liability insurance policy, you still have a minimal amount of PIP coverage. Here are some facts surrounding your personal injury protection coverage that might put your mind at ease. When Do You Qualify For PIP Coverage? No… Read More
Burns are just a part of life, be it from sunlight, a curling iron, or the stovetop. Listed below are the four different types of burns and some of their causes, followed by how to categorize their ‘degree’ of severity. Do not hesitate to get in touch with our burn injury lawyers if you have any questions. 1. Thermal This is the most common type of burn, it occurs when you come in contact with flame, heated materials, or scalding liquids. Everyone in their life will experience a burn like this, yet the severity can depend on the temperature… Read More
You have just had a car wreck. While you were driving through an intersection someone ran a red light and hit your front end, spinning your car around forty-five degrees. Luckily, you only suffered from a neck strain and your car just needs some bodywork to be in drivable condition. You go ahead and pay your deductible, will say $800, and within three weeks you have your wheels back, you’re well on your way to physical recovery, and you’re back working and happy that things ran so smoothly. However you’ll probably still be frustrated that you had to pay $800… Read More
Whether you’re walking your child to school or just getting some fresh air on your daily afternoon stroll, it’s important to stay safe, especially as a pedestrian. Walking around town is a great way to see the sights and get some exercise, but that doesn’t mean it is always the safest method of transportation. In Austin, Texas the pedestrian fatality rate rose significantly in recent years and is listed in the top 25 most dangerous cities for pedestrians. Safety Tips for Pedestrians Half of pedestrian fatalities occur during the weekends and… Read More
Our brains are soft masses with the consistency of jelly, suspended in cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid keeps our brains from bouncing around in our hard skulls from everyday movement. Most of the movement our head does is cushioned by this fluid. Abrupt trauma to the head can cause the brain to move around inside the skull, causing it to strike and bounce against your inner skull. Examples of such events are hard falls, car accidents, sports accidents and over-enthusiastic head banging at a heavy metal concert. A concussion is the brain injury that one sustains from such quick… Read More
Halloween is tomorrow and you’re kids are most likely beside themselves at the prospect of costumes, jack o’lanterns and bags of free candy. It’s a great, festive holiday, but there are some safety issues to keep in mind to prevent your little ghouls from getting hurt. Listed below are some helpful tips on how to stay safe during tomorrow night’s festivities! 1. Costume Selection and Darkness Certain costumes pose higher visibility risks than others. Due to the dark, evil traditions of Halloween, a lot of black is usually incorporated into costumes. The darkness of night mixed with dark colored costumes… Read More
Victims injured in car accidents have the right to file a personal injury claim to hold other drivers or entities financially liable for the damages they caused. Although the legal pathway to justice and compensation are available, securing these results are not without their conditions. Most importantly, victims who bring claims will have what is called the “burden of proof.” This means that it is their obligation to prove by a “preponderance of the evidence” that the defendant is at fault and should therefore be held liable. The standard of preponderance of the evidence essentially means that victims must prove that another… Read More
Victims who are injured in a car accident, truck accident, or any other type of motor vehicle accident have the right to pursue legal recourse against the party responsible for causing their damages. In most traffic accident cases, the responsible party is often another driver – as driver error and negligence causes a majority of accidents. There are times, however, when accidents may be caused by other factors, particularly by defective auto parts. Anyone who has paid attention to the news will surely realize that auto part manufacturers are frequently issuing recalls for unsafe products. When auto products are defectively designed,… Read More
By Texas law, bicycle riders have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers of passenger vehicles. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, this means that bicyclists have the duty to ensure that they take reasonable measures to reduce the risk of causing preventable harm and to adhere to all traffic laws, including: Stopping at red lights and stop signs Staying within a lane and being aware of lane markers Riding near curbs and traveling in the same direction as vehicles Using lights at night and using proper signals for turns Unfortunate as it may be, even bicyclists who obey… Read More
