When people think about common causes of death in the United States, cancer, heart disease, and car accidents are often the first to come to mind. After all, heart disease and cancer are the two leading causes of death in the U.S. But do you know what falls just after them? Medical errors. A recentContinue reading “Examining the Effects of Texas Tort Reform”
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Cases of Nursing Home Neglect Surge in Pandemic
For the majority of 2020, the entire world has felt the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. As of January 2021, COVID-19 has claimed the lives of over 400,000 Americans. A significant portion of these deaths come from nursing homes. Deaths linked to long-term care facilities account for 37% of all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S.Continue reading “Cases of Nursing Home Neglect Surge in Pandemic”
How to Avoid New Year’s Accidents
We are finally at the end of 2020! It seemed like every month presented new challenges for people all across the country. From the COVID-19 pandemic to social unrest and more, 2020 lead to a great deal of stress and anxiety for many people. Unsurprisingly, many people are excited for the year to come toContinue reading “How to Avoid New Year’s Accidents”
December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month
December is a month full of celebration and joy. Christmas is arguably the most popular holiday across the entire year. You’re likely to run into Christmas decorations or hear Christmas music virtually everywhere you go. Even more, the end of the month marks New Year’s Eve, another day for celebration. However, even though December isContinue reading “December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month”
Insurance Disputes: What You Should Know
Regardless of how careful you are, you cannot control the actions of others. Even if you follow all the rules and take all the safety precautions, you cannot prevent all accidents. While not every accident leads to severe outcomes, you should always treat them seriously. Even if you didn’t suffer injuries, you might have sufferedContinue reading “Insurance Disputes: What You Should Know”
What to Do in a Hit-And-Run Accident
Whether we like it or not, accidents occur every day. Hundreds of accidents occur on Texas roads daily. While some are minor, resulting in cuts, bumps, and bruises, many are much more severe, causing long-term injuries and even death. Regardless of the seriousness of the accident, it is common knowledge that you must remain atContinue reading “What to Do in a Hit-And-Run Accident”
Understanding Wrongful Death Claims
Unfortunately, accidents are a part of life. Even the most careful person in the world can find themselves on the receiving end of an accident. After all, while they can take all the necessary precautions to protect themselves, they cannot control the actions and intentions of others. Often, it is another person’s recklessness and negligenceContinue reading “Understanding Wrongful Death Claims”
Avoiding Common Halloween Accidents
As 2020 winds down, we have finally reached the holiday season, with Halloween just around the corner. Virtually the entire month is dedicated to dressing up, spooky stories, candy, and so much more. It’s an exciting time for everyone, regardless of if you are a young kid or a grown adult. Halloween is a timeContinue reading “Avoiding Common Halloween Accidents”
Workplace-Related COVID-19 Lawsuits
Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic continues to be a problem throughout most of the United States. As of this writing, there have been more than 6.8 million confirmed cases, as well as over 200,000 confirmed deaths. In Texas alone, there have been over 700,000 cases and over 15,000 deaths. As you can see, COVID-19 still presentsContinue reading “Workplace-Related COVID-19 Lawsuits”
The Dangers of Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is finally here, which means many people are going to be celebrating. Even though the coronavirus pandemic is ongoing, millions of people plan on traveling this upcoming holiday weekend. While travel numbers are down, nearly six million people plan on traveling by air this Labor Day weekend, while an estimated 42.5 millionContinue reading “The Dangers of Labor Day Weekend”