TEXAS CITY LAW BLOG
Three Mistakes to Avoid in Your Jones Act Case
January 21, 2020
Under the Jones Act, if you are hurt during the course of your duties either as a result of negligence by your employer or coworker, or because the vessel on which you work is deemed unsafe or unseaworthy, you are entitled to collect compensation for the damages you suffer by suing your employer.
What Constitutes Negligence?
January 14, 2020
In any type of personal injury claim—whether it stems from an auto accident, a slip and fall, a maritime accident, a dangerous or harmful product, or any other situation in which an injury is sustained—your ability to collect compensation to cover your medical bills, costs of repairing damaged property, and any other losses you suffer rests on your ability to prove that you were a victim of negligence.
Types of Auto Insurance You May Want in Texas
January 7, 2020
All drivers in Texas are required to carry auto insurance. With all the factors that are out of our control on the road, there are many situations that are simply unavoidable, even for the most responsible drivers.
Common Types of Maritime Accidents and Injuries
December 24, 2019
The maritime industry is thriving in League City. Since so many with maritime occupations—sailors, cruise ship staff, harbor workers, and those in the oil and mineral industry, to name a few—work and live here, it should come as no surprise that more maritime accidents occur here as well.
What to Do If You Are Hit by a Drunk Driver
December 17, 2019
Getting into an auto accident is almost always scary. If the crash was not your fault, you may feel frustration, anxiety, anger, and a whole host of other emotions toward the other driver(s) involved.
Common Causes of Truck Accidents
December 10, 2019
Commercial trucks such as tankers, tractor trailers, and delivery trucks present unique dangers to smaller vehicles due to their large size. When driving at high speeds, even a minor error by a truck driver can result in a disastrous accident