Personal Injury Blog

If Someone Trespasses on My Property in Fort Worth and Gets Hurt, Am I Liable?

Owning property brings many responsibilities, including ensuring people on your land stay safe. But what if someone trespasses on your property in Fort Worth, Texas, and gets hurt? Are you legally responsible for their injuries?  We’ll explore different situations and determine when you might be legally responsible.  Defining Trespassers and Their Rights Owning property comes… read more

The Deadliest Highway Stretches in Texas

Driving in Texas is an experience. With the large population and constant traffic, it can be challenging to travel at all — but especially via highway. Some of the most dangerous roads in Texas are highways, with numerous fatal accidents occurring every year.  The Highway To Texas Can Be a Dangerous One Texas is the… read more

Top 15 Car Crashes From the Simpsons

The Simpsons have been on television since 1989 and continues to be a fan favorite. During its 34 seasons, we have seen many car crashes and accidents. Below are 15 noteworthy car crashes from the first nine seasons.  Number 1: Season 1, Episode 7 – The Call of the Simpsons The Simpsons rent a recreational… read more

Suing Over Bed Bugs – What You Need To Know

Have you experienced tiny red bites after staying in a hotel? Did you leave a movie theater and notice a red rash? If so, you might be the victim of bed bugs. Bed bugs are pests that can cause serious problems for property owners. Once a home, hotel, apartment, cruise ship, bus, or other place… read more

Contributory vs. Comparative Negligence

Personal injury law provides an avenue for compensation to victims who suffered harm due to the misconduct of another party. But what happens if the parties share liability for an accident?  Every U.S. state, including Texas, has its own way of distributing compensation. Contributory negligence and comparative negligence are two of those ways. They apply… read more

How Much Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Make?

How much a personal injury lawyer makes will depend on several things, including the fee they charge, the types of personal injury cases they handle, the number of cases they have, their location, and their level of experience. For example, a personal injury lawyer in a large city will likely earn more than a personal… read more

How Much Damage Occurs in a 30 MPH Crash?

Driving 30 miles per hour does not seem very fast when you are behind the wheel of a car. However, in a car crash, colliding with another object or person at this speed can cause a surprising amount of damage to you or the other person. Depending on the circumstances of your wreck, a crash… read more

Defective 3M Military Ear Plug Lawsuits

If you have served or are currently serving in the military, you know there is no shortage of threats to your hearing, from firearms to heavy machinery. In fact, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) notes that hearing-related issues are some of the most common health conditions faced by military veterans. Because of this… read more

What To Do After a Sideswipe Collision in Fort Worth, TX

Sideswipe collisions can occur in a wide variety of circumstances, but often take place when a driver is in the other vehicle’s blind spot. Sideswipe accidents also occur when vehicles are changing lanes. Also, weaving in and out of traffic and driving under the influence can lead to a sideswipe crash.  Driver-assisted technologies help reduce… read more

Who Are the Plaintiffs and Defendants in Personal Injury Cases?

If you are injured in a personal injury accident, you may need to file a personal injury lawsuit. When you do, it will be important to understand the roles of the different parties that are involved.  In any personal injury lawsuit, there will be a plaintiff and a defendant. However, some cases are more complicated… read more