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Is Personal Injury Compensation Taxable in Texas?

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After dropping her kids off at school, a single mother of two went to the store to do some much-needed shopping. This was her only day off, and she was eager to make the most of it before resuming the tireless task of juggling children and daily responsibilities. Her plans were derailed, however, when she […]

Critical Actions That Can Damage Your Personal Injury Claim

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When you have been injured in an accident, such as a car accident, due to the negligence of another party, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for damages and medical expenses. Police reports, pictures, and medical records can support your personal injury case. Along with an experienced attorney, these pieces can come together to […]

Causes and Compensation for 18-Wheeler Accidents in Texas

Eighteen-wheelers are the undisputed kings of the road. In the United States, the trucking industry is the backbone of the American supply chain. Currently, 13 million trucks are registered across the US, and 2.9 million are 18-wheelers. In 2022, trucking reported $940.8 billion in gross freight revenue. There are 1.86 million companies that have either […]

Understanding the Common Causes of Car Accidents in 2024

In 2023, the Texas Department of Transportation reported that the fatality rate on Texas roadways was 1.45 deaths per hundred million vehicle miles traveled. Thankfully, this is a 4.1% decrease from the previous year. The death toll equaled around 4,283. Part of this decrease has resulted from efforts to empower drivers to make better decisions […]

What Is Negligence Per Se in Texas Personal Injury Law?

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The most important element of most personal injury cases is proving negligence. To win, an injured party has to prove that their injuries were caused by the negligence of another. The law recognizes multiple types of negligence – one of which is known as negligence per se. Cases involving negligence per se are distinct in […]

How to Prove Actual Knowledge in a Texas Slip and Fall

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Slip-and-fall accidents occur when someone slips or falls on another person’s property. These accidents can be caused by slick conditions, such as a freshly mopped floor, or an unforeseen hazard, such as a wire that wasn’t properly buried in the ground. Individuals injured in a slip-and-fall accident may have a legal claim against the property […]

Examples of Negligent Security in Texas

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Negligent security, also known as inadequate security, is a legal term that describes a property owner’s failure to fulfill their duty of ensuring a tenant’s or visitor’s safety. Unlike other personal injury cases where the victim is injured due directly to the negligent party’s actions, such as in a car accident where the at-fault driver […]