Many years ago, we imagined the day when cars would drive themselves. That day is now here, but as it goes with all forms of technology, there have been some hiccups along the way, and in some cases, catastrophes. One major hiccup happened on March 25, when a self-driving car…
You may have heard about dram shop laws, but what exactly are they? They are laws in place that make a dram shop liable for injuries caused by its patrons. A dram shop essentially is an establishment where alcohol is sold and consumed, such as a bar or club. If…
Bicycle use is prevalent throughout Austin and the state of Texas. Anyone who rides a bicycle in Texas for commuting or for enjoyment is subject to the same duties and regulations applicable to drivers of motor vehicles. Of course, bicyclists also have the same rights as those who drive motor vehicles,…
People can get injured in a variety of ways. Throughout Texas, people sustain injuries in car accidents, by falls, by criminal acts and more. However, not every injury leads to a personal injury claim. Some injuries are caused by the victim. Some injuries are so minor that a legal claim…
Driving on the highway is convenient. Generally, you don’t have to worry about busy intersections, bicyclists or pedestrians. But there’s one thing that can make highway driving treacherous: semi trucks. While many truck drivers are well-trained and skilled, even the best drivers struggle with blind spots. Semi trucks are large and…
When our loved ones are unable to care for themselves, we may consider nursing homes as an option. We expect that family members will receive the best possible care. However, this is not always the case. Nursing homes face many challenges. For example, they are often understaffed. Staff members may…
Construction jobs are not only dangerous, but noisy as well. It is estimated that 95 percent of construction workers must deal with loud noises on a daily basis. Hearing loss is often overlooked, but it is a serious and common condition. It is the most common work-related illness in the…
Texting while driving has become a pervasive problem in the United States. Motorists who use cell phones while operating a motor vehicle have a higher risk of involvement in an accident than drivers who don’t, whether holding the phone or using a hands-free device. Texas law enforcement authorities reported that…
For the most part, fatal motor vehicle accidents have declined over the past decade. Vehicles come with more safety equipment and when crashes do occur, occupants tend to survive without suffering life-threatening injuries. There is one state that is actually seeing increases in truck accidents. Texas leads the way in…
Your child is playing with the neighbor’s dog—like he’s done numerous times before—when the dog suddenly bites him on the arm. The neighbor is stunned, but puts the dog away in a kennel and helps treat your child’s wound. You take your boy to the emergency room, where you find…
