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Who Is at Fault for a Tire Blowout?

Nov 4, 2022 | Blog
Tire blowouts are, unfortunately, an everyday occurrence. However, that does not make them any less severe or scary. A tire blowout can lead to a devastating accident with damaging injuries. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Association reported 664 traffic fatalities in 2020 were due to tire-related accidents. A tire blowout can cause a driver …
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Austin F. Hartley
Austin F. Hartley

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J. Seth Madden

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How Long Do You Have to Report an Injury at Work?

Nov 4, 2022 | Blog
While workplaces all over the nation can be dangerous, Texas’ disproportionately large share of oilfields and its booming construction business means Texas also has a larger than its fair share of serious and fatal workplace accidents. Many employers choose to have workers’ compensation insurance coverage, but many do not, leaving employees vulnerable to the consequences …
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Austin F. Hartley
Austin F. Hartley

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J. Seth Madden

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How Do You Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?

Oct 28, 2022 | Blog
If you were injured because you slipped and fell on the premises of a private property, business, or government building in Texas, it may seem abundantly clear to you that the owner or manager of the property was responsible for the conditions that led to your injuries. For the purposes of obtaining compensation, however, you …
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Austin F. Hartley
Austin F. Hartley

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J. Seth Madden

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How Do Police Reconstruct a Car Wreck?

Oct 21, 2022 | Blog
Some car accidents are fairly straightforward. For example, when a car rear-ends another at a stop light. Other accidents can be complicated. When an accident is complicated, explaining the details to someone else is usually just as complicated. Jurors, in particular, could struggle to follow the sequence of events if forced to replay the accident …
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Austin F. Hartley
Austin F. Hartley

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J. Seth Madden

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What Happens in an Accident While Driving a Leased Car?

Oct 14, 2022 | Blog
For drivers who don’t want to drive a vehicle into the ground, leasing is a popular option. Leased vehicles accounted for about 25% of all the vehicles driven in 2021. Leasing can lower your monthly payment and take away stress related to future repair costs and maintenance. However, the downside to leasing a vehicle is …
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Austin F. Hartley
Austin F. Hartley

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J. Seth Madden

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