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A concussion is one of the most common and least serious types of traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, all concussions should be taken seriously.  The brain is comprised of soft tissue, encased in the skull and cushioned by spinal fluid. When there is a direct or indirect blow to the head, the impact can jolt your brain or even cause it to violently shake within your skull.  Common…

Whether you are walking to get around from place to place or jogging for exercise, you may be in danger of being struck by a motor vehicle. Pedestrian accidents involving vehicles are generally catastrophic and fatal since pedestrians do not have the same amount of protection as drivers.  Drivers are obligated to follow traffic laws and drive with reasonable care, especially in residential areas and places with moderate and…

Injured in a car accident in Illinois? If so, you may be wondering what you must do to obtain financial compensation to pay for your medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and even pain and suffering. The following is an overview of car accident laws in Illinois.  Reporting a Car Accident  According to state law, you must report a car accident to the…

Now that we have entered November, the holiday season is just around the corner. Starting with Thanksgiving and ending with New Year’s Day, this time of year is associated with festive gatherings with loved ones, decorating homes, shopping for gifts, long road trips, and being jolly and merry during the last two months of the year. However, the cold winter months present several hazards that we…

If suffer an injury while on the job in Texas, whether you work in construction or inside an office, you generally qualify for workers’ compensation benefits, which are designed to cover medical expenses, some of your lost wages, and help you return to work or even provide lifetime income benefits if a workplace accident results in total disability.  However, workers’ comp benefits have certain limits, such as only paying for a portion…

On September 27, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a proposed rule that would preserve and fortify the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. While the proposed rule will undergo a 60-day public comment period, the agency encouraged Congress to find a permanent solution for Dreamers.  What Does the Proposed Rule Mean for Current DACA Recipients?  The 205-page rule would protect over 700,000…

If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, you may be eligible to recover financial compensation by filing a product liability claim. Since proving negligence in these types of cases can be quite difficult, Texas and other states use a “strict liability” theory.  Since manufacturers are in the best position to make sure their products are safe for consumers before…

Amusement parks are a fun experience for the entire family. Some of the world’s finest amusement parks are in Texas, from Six Flags Over Texas to ZDT’s Amusement Park. However, amusement parks also contain many dangers that can lead to serious injury or even death.  According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 30,900 amusement park injuries ended up in the emergency room in 2016. Rather than having a national agency that oversees…

From chain-reaction collisions to pileups involving multiple cars, multi-vehicle accidents involve at least three motor vehicles are caused by a wide range of factors, whether it’s distracted driving, intoxication, or even inclement weather conditions. Unfortunately, determining liability and recovering financial compensation can be quite difficult due to the various complexities of such crashes.  The following are several reasons why multi-vehicle accidents are complex:  Multiple negligent drivers – In collisions involving only two drivers,…

On July 16, 2021, U.S. District Judge Andrew Hanen in Texas ruled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program is unlawful, claiming that President Barack Obama overstepped his authority when he created it through executive action in 2012.   While the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may continue to accept new applications, the ruling temporarily prohibits the agency from approving them. Current DACA beneficiaries—also known as “Dreamers”—may renew their protections for now.  DACA protects more…