Officials in Galveston are considering golf cart bans following a fatal crash in early August. A grandfather, two of his grandchildren, and an adult relative were killed in a weekend collision involving a golf cart and an SUV in Galveston, Texas. The fatal crash occurred around 11:30 p.m. on 33rd Street, a few blocks away…
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Unexpectedly losing a loved one is devastating and can be emotionally and financially draining to those left behind. While there is no amount of money that can replace the loss of a loved one, there are ways to ensure that justice is served for them. Texas law recognizes two distinct types of claims that may…
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On August 4, 2022, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that DeWalt has recalled various saw models due to laceration injuries. DeWalt recalled nearly 1.4 million Miter saws sold at Lowe’s Stores, Home Depot, hardware stores nationwide, and online including Amazon.com and Lowes.com between April 2019 through May 2022. The recall includes DeWalt…
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On June 9, 2022, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Nautilus has recalled various treadmill models due to fall hazards. The recall includes Nautilus models T616 and T618 treadmills. Nautilus and the model number are printed on the plastic shroud at the front of the treadmill’s walking belt. The treadmills were exclusively…
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Three U.S. tourists died due to carbon monoxide poisoning at the Sandals Emerald Bay resort on the island of Exuma on May 6, 2022. Report staff contacted the George Town Police Station shortly after 9 a.m. reporting that a man was found unresponsive in a villa. While en route, it was reported that an additional…
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Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts while an individual sleeps. As many as twenty-two million Americans are thought to suffer from this disorder. Many drivers with sleep apnea often don’t know they have the condition. Drivers suffering from sleep apnea may be less aware of their surroundings – affecting…
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In Texas, bicycles are treated the same way as motorized vehicles. This means bicyclists are subject to many of the same traffic laws and roadway rules as motor vehicle drivers. For example, cyclists are required to stop at stop signs and traffic lights, yield when required, and take reasonable care to avoid acts that may…
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All motorists in Texas are required to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in injuries or property damage. Motorists are required to exchange identification, insurance information, and offer assistance if possible. Although unlawful to flee the scene of an accident, a motorist is likely to flee if they: (1) do not have automobile…
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