Personal Injury Blog
Pregnancy & Car Accidents
Jason Stephens | February 1, 2021 | Car Accidents
Many people who fly on airplanes fear a plane crash, despite the chances being low. Similarly, expectant mothers often worry about risks that are unlikely to occur. Expectant mothers are vulnerable and hormonally predisposed to protecting their growing baby, keeping an eye out for dangers no matter how slim the odds. As it turns out,… read more
Causes & Symptoms of Cephalohematoma
Jason Stephens | January 30, 2021 | Personal Injury
Birth injuries are frightening for parents and can be life-threatening for infants. Many birth injuries could have been prevented had doctors and medical staff recognized the risk factors or warning signs. However, some birth injuries occur even though everyone involved in the labor and delivery did everything correctly. Cephalohematoma is a birth injury that impacts… read more
Is It Legal To Own a Pet Tiger in Texas?
Jason Stephens | January 29, 2021 | Personal Injury
Following the breakout success of Netflix’s Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness, many people are wondering about exotic pet ownership, and particularly whether it is legal to own a pet tiger. In Texas, it’s possible to permit your own pet palace with dangerous wild animals including lions, tigers, and bears. But just because you can,… read more
Diminished Value Accident Claims in Texas: What You Need to Know
Jason Stephens | January 11, 2021 | Car Accidents
When you’ve been in a car accident, it is the job of the insurance company to ensure that you are made “whole” after the fact. Generally, this includes repairing your car. However, if the other driver is at fault, you may not only deserve to have your car repaired, but also to be paid the… read more
Nine Things You Should Know About a Free Lawyer Consultation
Jason Stephens | January 7, 2021 | Personal Injury
If you have been injured through little to no fault of your own, you might be considering hiring a personal injury attorney. Whether your injury is the result of a car accident, slip & fall, or a defective product, having an experienced attorney represent you can be very beneficial. But many people who are considering… read more
Negligence and Negligence Per Se: Everything You Need to Know
Jason Stephens | December 24, 2020 | Personal Injury
Texas personal injury cases are generally based on allegations of negligence. A person’s negligent actions result in an accident or incident that causes another person’s injury or death. Before you can recover compensation for a personal injury claim, you must prove the legal elements of negligence. Each element requires direct evidence. However, what happens when… read more
Is it Legal to Buy a Baby Sloth as a Pet in Texas?
Jason Stephens | December 22, 2020 | Personal Injury
Texas does not regulate the ownership of some exotic animals as strictly as other states. Therefore, while it might be illegal to own a sloth in other states, you can legally buy a baby sloth as a pet in Texas. However, before you rush to an exotic pet store to buy a sloth, there are… read more
Tattoo Infections: Symptoms, Treatment, & Legal Options
Jason Stephens | December 22, 2020 | Personal Injury
A recent survey revealed that 3 out of 10 Americans have at least one tattoo, making it one of the most common forms of artistic expression. While tattoo parlors generally take heavy precautions to keep their clients safe, there is a certain level of risk that comes with getting inked—and unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for… read more
Risperdal Dangerous Side Effects
Jason Stephens | December 18, 2020 | Personal Injury
Produced by Janssen Pharmaceuticals—a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson—Risperdal is a drug used to treat various mental and mood disorders. This includes: The drug works by rebalancing various natural chemicals found in the brain allowing those who use it to think more clearly and focus more easily. While the drug was very much welcomed when… read more
IV Infiltration and Complication Attorneys
Jason Stephens | December 17, 2020 | Personal Injury
If you or a family member has been in the hospital, you are probably familiar with an IV, which is the short way of saying intravenous therapy. IVs are used in a variety of medical settings to infuse liquids into a person’s vein. IVs are used for blood, medication, saline solution, and other liquids. How… read more