Our Blog

Determining who is legally responsible for a car accident can be a complicated process. The reality is that legal liability in a Houston automobile crash is not always a black and white matter. There are a number of defenses that may be available to a person who initially might be considered to bear primary responsibility for causing an automobile accident. One such potential defense is that of a so-called “sudden emergency.” In order for a sudden emergency defense to be…

A new week dawned on Maui with residents still reeling from the devastating consequences of massive wildfires that destroyed large swaths of the island and literally wiped Lahaina off the map.  The actual death toll from the hellish blazes is not yet known, despite the fires having been extinguished for about two weeks. Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Maui Mayor Elmer Cravalho Update on Catastrophe Both Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Maui Mayor Elemer Cravalho updated residents of the island…

In Texas, the legal principle of the last clear chance doctrine can be used to hold a defendant liable for an accident, even if the plaintiff was also at fault. This last chance doctrine is based on the idea that the defendant had the last clear chance to avoid the accident, but failed to do so, and as a result, caused the plaintiff’s injuries or damages. There are some facts and factors to bear in mind in regard to the…

Houston car accidents are one of the most common causes of injury and fatalities.. These accidents can result in significant physical, emotional, and financial harm to the victims. While compensatory damages can help cover their losses, punitive damages may be sought in certain cases to punish the at-fault party and deter similar behavior. Definition of Punitive Damages In Texas, punitive damages are designed to punish the at-fault party and are awarded in addition to compensatory damages. Compensatory damages cover the…

Vehicle accidents are not uncommon in Texas. In fact, Texas is one of the states with the highest death rates on the roadways of any other state in the country. Here, we want to examine the most recent crash data available for the state of Texas and relay relevant statistics to you. We hope that, with this information, you can understand the dangers associated with operating a vehicle and continue to practice strong defensive driving skills to keep yourself and…