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What is Defamation? Do I have a Case?

Defamation, also called slander or libel, is the act of destroying one’s reputation by spreading false statements. While it does not cause the kinds of physical injuries most often associated with personal injury, the person or entity who has intentionally spread falsehoods has caused damage and may be held responsible for their actions. Under defamation per se law, it must only be proven that anybody would or should know that the statements made would damage a reputation. In order to succeed in a defamation claim, intentional malice must be proven. Types of Defamation There are several types of defamation: libel [...]

The Unmarked Crosswalk: Who Has The Right Of Way?

In Texas, there are very specific laws pertaining to the rights of pedestrians when crossing roadways, depending on where exactly they happen to be crossing. Is it a marked crosswalk? An unmarked crosswalk? Are they crossing at an intersection or a non-intersection? Are traffic lights or pedestrian control signals present? If you have been injured in a pedestrian traffic accident while crossing a marked or unmarked crosswalk, you may be entitled to substantial compensation for any damages suffered. These may include medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional pain and suffering. When distracted, reckless, or otherwise negligent drivers fail to yield [...]

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David Laymance
Santa Fe, Texas

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Will Watt
Friendswood, Texas

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“Thank you for the excellent work performed by you and your staff in helping our company each step of the way in our pursuit of seeking reimbursement from BP due to our losses from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The presentation of the facts as well as the unknowns with each turn of the roller coaster has been greatly appreciated. I cannot thank you enough for the work you put into this nor credit you enough for the polish and professionalism in the way you did it.”

Doug Vingoe
Houston, Texas

Case Results

Automobile Accident

$19.2 million

Two clients killed as a result of a special defect in the shoulder of the roadway. A state court jury trial resulted in a $19.2 million verdict.

Premises Liability

$10 million

Children that attended school on a former toxic dump site made claims for exposure injuries. $10 million settlement.

Liberty County Record Verdict

Record-setting verdict

Two high school seniors were on their way home on a stretch of road that had been the subject of repeated complaints to the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) about the poor condition of the shoulder. When the students entered a curve, the poor condition of the shoulder resulted in a crash that killed one and severely brain-damaged the other. A trial against the Texas Attorney General’s office resulted in the discovery of altered records, a spoliation instruction, and a record-setting jury verdict for Liberty County.

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