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Can a Store Be Liable for Failing to Control Traffic Speed in Its Parking Lot?

Posted on October 26, 2026

A speeding driver may be primarily responsible for a Texas parking lot accident, but a store or property owner could also be liable if a dangerous condition within its control contributed to the injury. A claim against the store requires more than showing that a driver was speeding or that the...

Does a “Swim at Your Own Risk” Sign Prevent You From Suing After a Pool Injury?

Posted on October 19, 2026

No. A “Swim at Your Own Risk” sign does not automatically prevent you from suing after a pool injury in Texas. Its effect depends on the danger that caused your injury, whether the warning adequately addressed that danger, and the property owner’s or pool operator’s legal duties.

If you...

How Do Hours-of-Service Violations Affect Truck Accident Liability?

Posted on October 12, 2026

Hours-of-service violations can strengthen a truck accident claim when evidence connects excessive driving or inadequate rest to the collision. A violation does not automatically establish liability, but it may help show that the driver or trucking company allowed unsafe driving that contributed to your injuries.

After a serious...

What Should You Do If an Amazon Delivery Truck Hits Your Car in Houston?

Posted on September 23, 2026

The Amazon logo on the van rarely tells you who is legally responsible. Liability usually turns on who employed the driver and whether that driver was carrying out an assigned job at the moment of the crash.

If you are hit by an Amazon delivery...

Can You Recover Lost Wages After a Truck Accident in Texas?

Posted on August 24, 2026

Texas does not cap economic damages like lost wages in a typical truck accident case, but you generally have only two years from the crash to file. Acting early protects both your evidence and your paycheck.

Yes. If a truck driver or trucking company caused...

Can You Sue for Emotional Distress After a Car Accident?

Posted on August 10, 2026

In Texas, you usually cannot sue for emotional distress on its own after a car accident. Emotional suffering is recovered as mental anguish, a part of your injury claim, when a negligent driver causes you physical harm.

Yes, but usually not as a lawsuit for...

What Evidence Helps Prove Negligence in a Car Accident Case?

Posted on July 21, 2026

In Texas, you cannot recover compensation if you are found more than 50 percent at fault for a crash. Strong, well-preserved evidence is what proves the other driver’s negligence and protects you from an inflated fault percentage.

Strong, well-preserved evidence is what proves negligence in...

Fourth of July Weekend Accidents: Staying Safe on Texas Roads

Posted on July 14, 2026

The Fourth of July is one of the deadliest times of year on U.S. roads, and impaired driving is the biggest single factor. In Texas, you generally have two years from the date of a crash to file an injury claim, and a bar that overserved a drunk...

Summer Heat & Tire Blowout

Posted on July 7, 2026

Summer heat rarely ruins a healthy tire on its own. It magnifies problems already there, like low air pressure, worn tread, or age, which is why a monthly tire check is the simplest way to lower your blowout risk before a hot Texas drive.

The...

How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Calculated in Texas?

Posted on June 8, 2026

Texas wrongful death settlements account for both economic losses like lost income and funeral costs and non-economic losses like mental anguish and loss of companionship. The value of every case depends on the specific circumstances surrounding the death and the relationship between the survivors and the deceased.