Personal Injury Blog

My Baby Suffered From Birth Asphyxia – What Can I Do?

Birth asphyxia or perinatal asphyxia is a potentially deadly condition for a newborn infant. Asphyxia is a lack of oxygen and blood flow to the brain. Birth asphyxia happens when an infant does not receive sufficient oxygen before, during, and after birth.  The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that birth asphyxia causes 900,000 newborn deaths… read more

Who Is At Fault in a Chain Reaction Car Accident in Texas?

On busy highways in Texas, the effects of one car colliding with another often do not stop with just those two vehicles. Other vehicles can suffer damage, and their occupants can suffer injuries in a chain reaction accident. Obtaining compensation can present a challenge for innocent bystanders who are not involved in the initial collision… read more

A Guide To Understanding Back Injuries After a Car Accident 

Car accidents can turn life upside down in an instant. The screeching tires, the sudden impact, and the jarring force happen so quickly. Amid such chaos, our bodies often bear the brunt of the collision’s energy. The hard hits lead to various injuries.  Among the most common and debilitating are back injuries. This guide emphasizes… read more

How To Approach a Free Consultation With an Attorney

You’ve probably seen advertisements for attorneys in Fort Worth, Texas, saying that they offer a free consultation. If you’ve been involved in a car accident or injured in some other accident, scheduling a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer is a great way to review your options with a professional. Below is a brief… read more

Can I Get a Ticket For Jaywalking Even If There Are No Cars Around in Fort Worth?

Although they may have served a legitimate public safety function around the turn of the last century, jaywalking laws today are controversial and divisive. This does not mean that these laws are not still on the books in places like Fort Worth and elsewhere.  While jaywalking may not carry as serious of penalties as other… read more

What To Do if You Were Hurt On the Job in Texas 

If you are involved in a workplace accident, it can be life-altering. Fortunately, you may be able to receive financial compensation.  An on-the-job accident may entitle you to workers’ compensation benefits. If the accident was the result of a third party or if your employer doesn’t have workers’ comp insurance, you can also pursue a… read more

What Is an Ambulance Chaser?

If you have heard the term “ambulance chaser,” you may be wondering what it means. Most people believe that an ambulance chaser is a personal injury attorney who goes from accident scene to accident scene trying to convince victims to hire their firm to represent them.  Another term for this practice is called case running,… read more

10 Worst Celebrity Car Accidents

Celebrities capture the public’s attention but not always because of their on-screen acting or performance on the playing field. Like any other person, celebrities are susceptible to injuries, including those sustained in a car crash. Despite the popular perception of celebrities as people who engage in needlessly reckless behavior, not all car accidents involving celebrities… read more

Is There a Truck Driver Shortage in Texas

Texas leads the nation in the number of truck drivers it employs, with nearly 200,000 truckers calling Texas home. However, there is a nationwide truck driver shortage, and Texas is no exception. Experts estimate that there is a national shortage of about 80,000 truck operators, which is projected to increase to 160,000 by the end… read more

How Does the Insurance Claims Process Work in Texas?

If you suffered a personal injury (a broken leg in a slip-and-fall accident, for example), your compensation will most likely come from an insurance company. As such, it really matters how long it will take the insurance company to respond to your claim. To promptly resolve your claim, you need to know your rights against… read more