How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?
There are few things worse than when you lose a loved one. This creates a hole in your family that can never really be filled. Compounding the hurt can be the fact that the death may have been the result of the wrongful act or negligence of another person. This may leave...
Should I Post About My Car Accident on Social Media?
If you are like most people, you probably use social media to stay in touch with friends and family, make new acquaintances with similar interests, and learn about things going on around the world. Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn have become valuable communication tools and also help many of us do business....
OSHA Regulations in Texas: Protecting Workers in Construction
Getting the job done without anyone getting hurt is the goal of most companies engaged in the construction industry here in Texas. But with construction projects on the rise, the prevalence of workplace injuries at construction sites goes up as well. The goal of the Occupational Safety and...
10 Steps to Take After a Truck Accident in Houston
Houston’s roads are filled with commercial trucks—semis, tractor-trailers, delivery vans, and box trucks moving goods through one of the busiest cities in Texas. Unfortunately, this constant truck traffic also means accidents are common. In 2022, Texas recorded more than 38,000 commercial vehicle accidents, the highest number in the country.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Houston?
Losing a loved one is never easy. The loss leaves a hole in your life that can never really be filled. If the death is caused by the wrongful acts or negligence of another person, this can often complicate matters, making you feel like the loss was so unnecessary. Fortunately, Texas law...
Do Rideshare Services Deactivate Driver Profiles After a Crash?
With the growing popularity of Uber and Lyft in Houston, an increasing number of people rely on rideshare services for safe and convenient transportation. But what happens if your rideshare driver is involved in a crash? Do rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft automatically deactivate a driver’s profile after an accident—and what...
PTSD After a Car Accident: “Invisible” Injuries After a Car Wreck
When you are involved in a car crash, most of your injuries are readily apparent. You may suffer broken bones, lacerations, soft tissue injuries, and ligament sprains. But what is less apparent are the injuries that may occur to your psyche. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition...
Ask the Attorney: I’ve already been involved in a car accident lawsuit, will it be held against me if I try to collect for my injuries in a second accident?
Getting involved in a car accident is not unusual. In fact, the Texas Department of Transportation has reported that over 634,000 traffic accidents occur each year in our state. As a result, the odds are good that you may be involved in a collision this year. What is less likely is that...
Injured in an accident in a rental car? Your rights and responsibilities
The rental car business in the United States currently earns about $36.1 billion per year in revenue. If you are a Texas driver or need to get around the state when visiting on business or pleasure, chances are that at some point you are going to need to rent a car. Just...
Hernandez Sunosky, LLP Secures Major Settlement in Motorcycle Accident Case
Houston-based law firm Hernandez Sunosky, LLP, has successfully secured a $500,000 settlement for a motorcycle accident victim, a remarkable result compared to the initial $5,000 offer from the insurance company, which had wrongly attributed blame to the client. To learn more, follow the link: https://lawfirmnewswire.com/2024/01/hernandez-sunosky-llp-secures-major-settlement-in-motorcycle-accident-case/