What Is the Average Settlement for a Spinal Cord Injury in Texas?
Spinal cord injury settlements in Texas can vary widely from case to case. For this reason, it is critical not to base the estimated value of your case on any “average” amount. Spine and back injury settlements can range from…
Loss of Consortium Claims in Catastrophic Injury Cases
In Texas, negligence and misconduct have consequences. Someone who gets injured by another person has the right to seek justice in the form of financial compensation for their related losses. This may include loss of consortium damages, or compensation to…
Complete vs. Incomplete Spinal Cord Injuries
One of the most catastrophic injuries a person can suffer in an accident in Texas is a spinal cord injury (SCI). Damage to the spinal cord can permanently alter mobility, sensation, and overall quality of life. If an accident caused…
Can Airbag Burns Lead to Permanent Scarring Lawsuits?
Airbags are one of the most important vehicle safety features, but they are not risk-free. In some crashes, airbag deployment can cause serious burn injuries, including burns that result in permanent scarring or disfigurement to the face, neck, chest, or…
Calculating Future Medical Costs for Traumatic Brain Injury Victims
Life after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in Austin can be extremely expensive. The medical care alone for treating a brain injury can cost millions of dollars over a victim’s lifetime – especially in cases of moderate to severe brain…
Third-Degree Burn Complications That Require Long-Term Care in Texas
A third-degree burn is the most severe category of burn injury. It is also known as a “full-thickness burn” because it affects deep underlying tissues rather than only the top layer of skin. This serious type of burn can inflict…
How the Sudden Emergency Defense Works in Texas Law
In Texas, you have the right to seek financial compensation from another driver if he or she is at fault for causing your car accident. If one of you experienced a sudden or unexpected emergency, such as an urgent medical…
How Catastrophic Injury Settlements Are Calculated in Texas
No one ever anticipates suffering a catastrophic injury in an accident. If a severe injury does impact you due to someone else’s careless or reckless actions, however, it is important to know the true value of your personal injury claim. …
Does Texas Cap Pain and Suffering Damages in Car Accident Lawsuits?
Many states have damage cap laws that limit the amount of financial compensation a personal injury plaintiff can recover through a claim. While Texas has caps on pain and suffering damages in specific types of cases, car accidents are generally…
[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas
Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion have made these cities and…
How Vicarious Liability in Texas Works
If you get hurt in an accident that should have been prevented by another person or party, you may be able to hold that party liable, or legally and financially responsible, for your injuries. Before you pursue a settlement, however,…
How to Document Catastrophic Injuries After a Car Accident
Every year, thousands of Texans visit emergency rooms seeking treatment for serious injuries sustained in automobile accidents. Car crashes are a leading cause of unintentional injuries and deaths in Texas. Sadly, individuals with catastrophic and permanent injuries often do not…