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How to Handle Disputed Liability in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Austin

It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for paying for medical expenses and property repairs after any car accident in Austin. After a multi-vehicle crash involving three or more drivers, liability determinations can…

Can Subcontractors Sue for Injuries on Texas Construction Sites?

The average construction site in Texas involves multiple contractors and subcontractors who have been hired by the general contractor to complete specific tasks. If you get injured while working as a subcontractor on a construction…

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Accident in Texas?

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Texas. Every year, hundreds of construction workers suffer serious and fatal injuries in on-the-job accidents. Many of these incidents are preventable, leading to questions about the…

When Is a Government Entity Liable for an Austin Car Accident?

If you get into a car accident in Austin, you may assume that you can hold the individual driver who caused the crash responsible for paying for your losses. In certain situations, however, you may…

What Kind of Evidence Is Needed in an Austin Construction Accident Case?

Construction is a highly dangerous industry that sees a large number of annual worker injuries and deaths in Texas. Most of these devastating incidents are preventable and caused by someone’s negligence, or the failure to…

What Is the Difference Between Workers’ Comp and a Third-Party Construction Lawsuit?

A construction accident in Texas has the potential to cause significant injuries and deaths. In the aftermath of a harmful construction site incident, victims and family members may be able to collect financial compensation for…

What Happens if You Are Hit by a Driver Without a Valid License in Austin?

It is against the law to operate a vehicle without a valid and current driver’s license in Texas. Unfortunately, many drivers break this law and drive on suspended, revoked and cancelled licenses. Others drive without…

How to Handle Disputed Liability in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Austin

It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for paying for medical expenses and property repairs after any car accident in Austin. After a multi-vehicle crash involving three or more drivers, liability determinations can…

Can Subcontractors Sue for Injuries on Texas Construction Sites?

The average construction site in Texas involves multiple contractors and subcontractors who have been hired by the general contractor to complete specific tasks. If you get injured while working as a subcontractor on a construction…

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Construction Accident in Texas?

Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in Texas. Every year, hundreds of construction workers suffer serious and fatal injuries in on-the-job accidents. Many of these incidents are preventable, leading to questions about the…

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How to Divide a Wrongful Death Settlement Among Family Members

When someone dies in a vehicle or workplace accident, there is likely to be more than one surviving family member — and more than one person entitled to a wrongful death settlement.  Texas permits only certain family members to file…

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How Frequent are 18-Wheeler Accidents?

You may not encounter them very often, but 18-wheeler accidents are probably more common than you think. While large trucks log many more miles on the road than passenger vehicles, both drivers of 18-wheelers and drivers of passenger cars are…

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How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Paid Out?

When you lose a loved one as the result of someone else’s negligent or careless behavior, you may have the right to bring a wrongful death lawsuit. Under Texas law, wrongful death lawsuits can be filed by the spouse, child,…

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How Do Lawyers Calculate Settlements for Semi-Truck Cases?

Accidents with semi trucks can cause serious damage — both to your vehicle and to you. Just how much damage, including the long-term impacts of the accident, aren’t always known immediately, but they are vital when determining what type of…

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What’s the Average Cost of a Commercial Truck Accident?

When involved in an accident with a commercial truck, the immense size and weight of the vehicle can cause significant damage to both you and your car. Due to the potential for severe damage from an 18-wheeler, settlements are generally…

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Does Car Insurance Pay for Death?

Each year, around 3,500 people are killed in motor vehicle crashes in Texas. And that number is only a fraction of the more than 38,000 annual accident-related fatalities on US roadways. These fatalities can involve passenger cars, semi trucks, 18-wheelers,…

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Are Semi-Truck Auto Accidents Lawsuits Difficult to Settle?

Semi-truck accident lawsuits often settle before going to trial. While this means avoiding an expensive and potentially drawn-out court trial, it doesn’t necessarily mean a quick resolution.  Accidents involving semi trucks can take longer to settle than you might expect….

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