5 Tips to Prevent Swimming Pool Accidents

Summer is almost officially here, which means adults and kids alike will be hitting the swimming pool. Whether you have a pool in your backyard or you hang out at the local neighborhood pool, it’s important to educate yourself and your loved ones about how to stay safe. Unfortunately, swimming pool accidents happen all the time in Texas, resulting in devastating injuries and death. When it’s hot out, there is nothing better than relaxing in the pool and cooling off. However, swimming pools can be dangerous if you aren’t careful. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 3,500…

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A recent report indicates that U.S. pedestrian deaths reached nearly 6,000 in 2017 for the second straight year. This is an alarming number that highlights how dangerous distractions have become - for drivers and walkers alike. While they are still researching the top causes of pedestrian deaths, experts point to smartphones and other distractions as key factors in the unfortunately deadly trend. Not only is texting while driving extremely dangerous, but texting while walking, too. Countless pedestrian deaths can be attributed to walkers not paying attention to their surroundings, focused on their cell phone, instead. According to the Governors Highway…

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Our society has become incredibly reliant on cars, they get us safely from point A to point B, after all. Or do they? In recent years we have seen an alarming increase in the number of car accidents that take place. While many are minor fender benders, others are serious and result in devastating injuries or death. These massive metal machines are filled with flammable liquid, and often those you love the most. Keeping your passengers, yourself, and all other drivers on the roads safe is something we all want, but it isn’t always as easy as that. Texas highways…

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One of the keys to staying safe while out on the Texas roads is understanding what laws are in place. We know it can be difficult to keep up with the laws in place, but it is of the utmost importance that you do so. One of the most talked about laws in Texas is called the Right-of-way law. This law comes into play when one drivers and/or pedestrians comes to stop and are unsure of who has the legal right to go first. Texas right-of-way laws are designed to protect both motorists and pedestrians, which is why it’s a…

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Riding a motorcycle comes with inherent dangers, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t certain things you can do to make each adventure a little safer. As motorcycle accident lawyers, we see devastating accidents take place on a regular basis throughout the Dallas metro area. In many cases, these accidents are caused by negligent or distracted drivers who do not take the time to look for others on the road - including motorcycles. Other accidents are caused by poor decision-making, bad weather, and impaired drivers. Regardless of the cause of the accident, serious, life-threatening injuries are often the result. While we…

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Deciding which insurance company is best for your needs is not always easy, especially these days. Many insurance companies have a bad rep and it can be difficult to know which are trustworthy. However, there are certain steps you can take ahead of time to ensure you end up with the insurance company that is right for you. If you’ve never purchased insurance before, it can be overwhelming to decipher all the various definitions, conditions, coverages, exclusions, and endorsements. This isn’t exactly the most exciting thing you’ll ever do, but it is a vital part of life. Without insurance, you…

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Being involved in an accident of any kind is stressful and overwhelming, especially if you have been injured. Accidents happen every single day and range from minor fender benders to catastrophic construction site injuries. So how do you know when it’s time to contact a lawyer? This is probably one of the most frequent questions we field, and for good reason. If you’ve never been involved in a serious accident before or are unsure when retaining a lawyer is a good idea, you’ve come to the right place. Your decision to hire an attorney following an accident that left you…

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New Year's Eve is notorious for injuries, car accidents, drunk driving citations, and worse. Each year on December 31st we say goodbye to the last year and hello to a new year and everything it will bring. This is a time of celebration and being with loved ones, however, it is also a time of year when there is a heightened risk of personal injury. There are numerous factors that may contribute to an injury or accident on New Year's Eve. Regardless of how careful you are, chances are, you know someone who was injured or involved in an accident.…

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If you are thinking about pursuing a personal injury lawsuit, there are a few important considerations you should keep in mind first. For starters, it is imperative you contact an experienced personal injury attorney the moment you think you may have a claim on your hands. While this is the most common area of law, personal injury lawsuits are oftentimes complicated and require the expertise and guidance of a good lawyer. He or she will be able to help you determine if you have a good case on your hands and, if so, how to proceed. The United States legal…

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Clients often ask us what the rules are surrounding pain and suffering, and today we thought it would be a good time to dive into this topic. The majority of personal injury cases lend themselves to physical injuries and monetary losses associated with some type of accident, leaving pain and suffering by the wayside. However, pain and suffering is an important part of many different types of personal injury cases that people should be awarded damages for. We often see pain and suffering introduced in wrongful death lawsuits, as loved ones are left behind with emotional scars, as well as…

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