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Updated 2/16/2024 Uber has been the subject of a lot of negative publicity from disputes over the way drivers are compensated to concerns about screening and safety for passengers and drivers alike. In 2018, CNN reported 103 accusations of sexual assault by Uber drivers.... Read More >

You may hear it referred to as the “troubled teen industry litigation” or “institutionalized sexual abuse litigation,” but it all amounts to the same thing: for decades, vulnerable young men and women have been exposed to sexual abuse and exploitation at the hands of... Read More >

The weather here in Houston has been fluctuating substantially over the past few years, so Houston residents don’t always know what to expect when it comes to predicting weather patterns. When adverse weather conditions are present, stay indoors until the inclement weather... Read More >

Non-economic damages are a complicated part of personal injury claims. They represent subjective losses and do not have a definitive dollar value. How does one go about placing a monetary value on experiences like physical pain, mental suffering, or the loss of a loved... Read More >

Most travelers to Texas don't try to cover the whole state in one trip and for good reason. Texas is a wide, sprawling state with diverse areas and plenty to see in and experience no matter where you go. The metropolitan area of Houston alone covers 10,062 square miles, which is... Read More >

People often make the mistake of thinking that only a bite from a stereotyped "aggressive breed"  like a Rottweiler bite or a German Shepherd bite can cause a serious injury. However, even the smallest of dogs can cause serious permanent scarring if they get you the wrong way.... Read More >

In 1993, Louisiana enacted legislation allowing the survivors of sexual molestation and abuse in Louisiana to have until their 28th birthday to file a civil lawsuit for damages against their abusers and any organizations empowering or protecting them such as clergy, schools, or... Read More >

Past adult sexual abuse survivors in New York have the ability to bring claims against abusers and institutions such as private schools, churches, prisons, and clubs that empowered the abusers thanks to a “lookback” statute enacted by the New York legislature. New York... Read More >

When you report a dog bite in Texas to animal control, an officer investigates the bite incident to determine the following: who owns the dog whether the dog has been vaccinated for rabies whether the dog currently has rabies whether the dog is dangerous. If the... Read More >

Are you a shipyard employee, or do you frequently work on boats out at sea? If so, then you are likely familiar with the loud and consistent noises you hear while out at sea or working on ships in the yard. While most maritime workers take these noise levels as just another part... Read More >

Paradise Grill Burn Injury Lawsuits As a consumer, you expect the products you buy to be safe, especially when you use them as expected and directed by the manufacturer. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Dangerous and defective products make their way onto store... Read More >

One of the current trends with insurance companies is to try to save themselves money by tricking auto collision injury victims into settling their cases before they even have had time to understand the full extent of their injuries. State Farm calls it their "early offer." But... Read More >

Most health insurance plans contain a clause that requires you to reimburse them out of any settlement or judgment you recover from a third party who has an obligation to pay your medical expenses. If you fail to pay them back after they have paid your medical expenses related... Read More >

Everything You Need To Know About An Expert Witness During a civil case, it is sometimes necessary to seek input or testimony from an expert witness who is qualified to add context and insight thereto. As opposed to witnesses of fact, who simply state their knowledge or... Read More >

What is the Statute of Limitations for Maritime Injury Claims? The Uniform Statute of Limitations for Maritime Torts provides a three-year statute of limitations barring claims arising from injury or death occurring on navigable waters during a traditional maritime... Read More >