In personal injury litigation, distinguishing between economic and non-economic damages is essential to evaluating a claim. These categories serve different functions in assessing the impact of an injury on a claimant's life and finances. What are economic damages?...
Dog bites cause serious injuries, and understanding Texas law on liability helps if a dog bites you or you own one. Unlike some states with strict liability laws, Texas follows a different approach that determines responsibility. The “One Bite” Rule in Texas Texas...
Consumer product recalls aim to protect the public from dangerous defects. However, injuries still happen before a recall gets issued or before consumers become aware of it. If a recalled product causes an injury, take quick action to protect your health and legal...
Car accidents can have devastating consequences. One common injury that many people experience as a result of a crash is permanent back problems. It is important for road users as well as those injured in accidents to review this issue closely. An overview of back...
When it comes to car crashes, many factors come into play, one of which is age. Age can significantly influence both the likelihood and severity of motor vehicle accidents. It is important for drivers and passengers to understand how accidents affect different age...
Identifying the signs of whiplash is necessary for prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Whiplash can occur when the head and neck jerk forcefully forward and backward, causing soft tissue damage to the muscles, ligaments and tendons in the neck. Some symptoms...
Accidents can happen anywhere, and slip-and-fall incidents are no exception. When someone slips and falls on someone else's property, the question of liability often arises. Determining who is responsible for the accident is a necessary step in seeking compensation...
When a dog bites you, it might seem like a minor injury at first, especially if the wound does not appear severe. However, underestimating the seriousness of a dog bite can lead to significant health risks. According to the CDC, over 4.5 million people deal with dog...
In recent years, Texas has seen a disturbing trend of increasing speed-related traffic fatalities. This rise in road accidents involving excessive speed is raising concerns about public safety and the need for effective measures to mitigate risks. Understanding the...
According to the National Safety Council, there were 62 million injuries in the United States in 2021. Most of these were preventable as they were due to someone's negligence. Often that negligence was on the part of someone other than the person experiencing the...
