Stephens Law Firm | July 2, 2024 | Premises Liability
The Fort Worth Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in the country, with about 1 million visitors per year. Most people leave the zoo with good memories of a fun and educational day. But if you were harmed while visiting, you likely left with injuries resulting in physical and financial hardship. Fortunately, you… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 25, 2024 | Car Accidents
Our car accident lawyers understand the inherent risks of driving. Despite what statistics tell us, there’s something familiar about being in a car you control. Even when you understand the science behind flying, being in a metal tube soaring tens of thousands of feet above the ground doesn’t seem like it should be safe. The… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 24, 2024 | Workplace Accident
Oil rig employees often enjoy generous salaries for working only a few months out of the year. Unfortunately, the benefits of an oil rig job can be undercut by the many job risks. An oil rig is a dangerous place to work, and employees frequently suffer serious or even fatal injuries on the job. The… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 12, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you were recently injured in a car accident, slip and fall, or other personal injury incident, you may have heard the advice to get a personal injury lawyer. But how do you find one? And how do you know who the right person for the job is? It can be challenging and stressful to… read more
Stephens Law Firm | June 6, 2024 | Car Accidents
A car accident can result in several types of injuries, from burns and lacerations to spinal cord and internal injuries. One of the most common categories of car crash injuries in Fort Worth is head injuries. Determining the severity of your head injury is critical to ensuring you receive the right treatment. But how can… read more
Stephens Law Firm | May 31, 2024 | Truck Accidents
Truck driver fatigue is a problem. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) causation study, fatigue is a factor in nearly 18,000 truck accidents each year. In other words, about 13% of all heavy truck crashes involve a fatigued truck driver. The FMCSA knows the pressure truck drivers face to make their delivery… read more
Stephens Law Firm | May 28, 2024 | Personal Injury
Personal injury claims often lead to lawsuits, and lawsuits often lead to depositions. Hopefully, settlement comes sometime after that, although there is no guarantee. The entire process will probably take a few months. So what needs to happen between deposition and settlement? The Pretrial Discovery Process The pretrial discovery process only happens after your claim… read more
Stephens Law Firm | May 24, 2024 | Personal Injury
Class action lawsuits are complex cases. There is no set timeframe for resolving these matters, and the time it takes may vary significantly from months to several years. An experienced personal injury lawyer understands the different factors that may contribute to the length of a class action lawsuit in Texas. What is a Class Action… read more
Stephens Law Firm | May 13, 2024 | Personal Injury
The terms “attorney” and “trial attorney” are often used interchangeably. But is there a difference between the roles of an attorney and a trial attorney in personal injury law? Yes, and they can have a significant impact on the outcome of your Fort Worth personal injury case. Personal injury attorneys work with the injured daily… read more
Stephens Law Firm | May 4, 2024 | Texas Law
Your child’s safety should be a top priority whenever you travel by car. Texas law is quite strict regarding children’s passenger safety, including the type of seats they should ride in, where in the vehicle they can sit, and the ages at which changes to these factors are permitted. Nevertheless, rigid as they may be,… read more
