Personal Injury Blog
What Is the Average Settlement For a Medical Malpractice Claim in Texas?
Jason Stephens | September 11, 2023 | Medical Malpractice
NOTE: Our law firm does not handle medical malpractice cases. This article is for informational purposes only. Information found in the article does not constitute as formal legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. According to research published by Johns Hopkins University, medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the… read more
Can a Car Accident Cause a Hernia?
Jason Stephens | September 7, 2023 | Car Accidents
Fort Worth car accidents can cause many injuries. Common injuries in car crashes include traumatic brain injury, broken bones, back injuries, and neck injuries. Severe car crashes can cause catastrophic injuries, such as spinal cord injuries, internal organ damage, and amputations. Some car accident injuries might not be apparent immediately after the car accident. A… read more
My Baby Suffered From Birth Asphyxia – What Can I Do?
Jason Stephens | September 4, 2023 | Birth Injuries
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?
Jason Stephens | August 30, 2023 | Car Accidents
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
Jason Stephens | August 29, 2023 | Car Accidents
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
Jason Stephens | August 25, 2023 | Personal Injury
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?
Jason Stephens | August 18, 2023 | Pedestrian Accidents
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
Jason Stephens | August 16, 2023 | Workplace Accident
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?
Jason Stephens | August 10, 2023 | Personal Injury
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
Jason Stephens | August 3, 2023 | 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