The automobile has undergone countless transformations over the years but none may compare to its latest innovation. Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication is revolutionizing the way in which cars on the road interact with one another. V2V communication’s ability to wirelessly exchange information with other surrounding cars shows great promise in the … Continue reading
Driver distraction is quickly becoming one of the leading causes of injury accidents both here in Texas and throughout the rest of the nation. Anytime your hands come off the wheel, your eyes wander away from the road or your attention is drawn elsewhere while you are driving, the results … Continue reading
For many transportation safety experts, summer is known as left-turn accident season. In essence, bikers and cyclists alike are uniquely vulnerable during the summer, because more motorists are consistently on the road. In addition to the volume of motorists on the road, motorists choose to drive while drunk, distracted, drowsy … Continue reading
On March 16, 2002, 13-year old Columbus Blue Jacket fan, Brittanie Cecil, was struck in the head by a hockey puck at a game at National Arena; two days later, she died. In March 2011, San Francisco Giants fan, Bryan Stow, was attacked outside of Dodgers Stadium. His injuries, which included … Continue reading
In the past, when an employee sustained an on-the-job injury he or she would simply file a workers’ compensation claim and receive benefits covering medical expenses and a reasonable percentage of lost wages. Most employers under state laws are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. It’s a “no-fault” system, meaning … Continue reading
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety published the American Driving Survey providing a fascinating snapshot of our daily driving habits. The foundation’s goal is to reduce injuries, prevent crashes and save lives by educating the public about traffic safety. The survey, involving personal interviews with 3,319 drivers, revealed some interesting facts about … Continue reading
One of the most difficult and important tasks is knowing when it’s the right time to settle. My clients rely heavily on me and my experience to know when to agree to a settlement. At the end of the day, it is up to the client to make the call … Continue reading
One of the most important things to take into consideration if a lawsuit must be filed on your behalf is where to file it. This is what is known as “venue” and “jurisdiction”. Texas has many different rules and requirements for where a lawsuit may be filed. In a personal … Continue reading
Your attorney has invited you to his or her office to go over get responses to Discovery. What is Discovery? How does it work? Why do you need to give your responses? Discovery is an important part of the litigation process in any case. It is the time period, after … Continue reading
If one of your resolutions is to stay fit in 2017, bicycling is a simple and inexpensive way to help you meet your goal. Not only does bicycling give you a chance to get some fresh air and enjoy the scenery of the great outdoors, it is also a wonderful form … Continue reading
