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So Many Big Rigs, So Few Parking Spaces

In recent years, the number of semi-trucks on the road has increased considerably. As the number of trucks on the road has increased, the number of truck accidents has gone up as well. Industry leaders claim that part of the reason these accidents are occurring is that truckers are having a hard time finding parking… read more

Pedestrians Hit by Semi Trucks

When it comes to semi-trucks, no accident is minor. Every day, there are news articles about collisions caused by or including semi-trucks. When a semi-truck collides with a pedestrian, the results are nearly always catastrophic. Earlier this month, in Corpus Christi, an 18-wheeler was making a wide turn onto Highway 286 when the truck collided… read more

What are Construction Defects?

When building a home, contractors are required to comply with building codes and to construct the home in a manner that shows due diligence and reasonable care. Sometimes, when a home has been poorly constructed, the homeowner is left wondering if they have a legal case or if they just have bad luck. You do… read more

Oil and Railroad Accidents

Fracking in the USA has boosted our county’s oil production to near-record levels. Especially here in Texas, where oil production is booming, news of the oil industry hits close to home. We hear about oil refinery explosions, fires, and accidents. We know the risks of being an oil field worker. Now, the Obama administration is… read more

You Have Auto Insurance. What Kind of Coverage? How Much?

When was the last time you reviewed your auto insurance coverage? If you are like most people, it’s not high on the priority list. But when you consider the financial and legal ramifications of being underinsured in the event of a car accident, or the possibility of an accident with an uninsured motorist, suddenly spending… read more

Why Risk Product Liability Penalties?

Why are some companies so quick to sweep product liability concerns under the rug? Businesses that fail to realize they’re not exempt from the moral obligation of ensuring consumer safety will ultimately pay stiffer penalties – it’s simply a matter of time. Most consumers would hardly be surprised to learn that companies weigh the possibility… read more

12 DWI Charges and Appealing Jail Time

A San Antonio man has racked up an astonishing 12 DWIs in a 40 year period. Now, in prison for his most recent DWI in April, Carlos Faz and his attorney are appealing the 10-year sentence, hoping instead for probation and alcoholism treatment. With each DWI conviction, the penalties get more severe in Texas. Prior… read more

Ignition Interlock Instead of Suspension

Too many families in Texas have felt the unspeakable pain of losing a loved one due to a drunk driving accident. Texas has the highest number of drunk driving deaths in the nation, with 1,337 deaths reported in 2013 alone. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 40% of all traffic deaths in our… read more