Tragedy struck in Palestine, Texas on April 12, 2024, as Marco Sanchez, a beloved husband and father, lost his life when he was struck and killed by an alleged drunk driver while performing a mundane task – taking out the trash in front of his home. According to reports from the Palestine Police Department, the…
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BLACK + DECKER just can’t seem to get it right. After an initial recall of their Easy Garment Steamer in November of 2022, another recall has been made on April 4, 2024 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the brand itself. When hazards are discovered by the public this forces companies to address…
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Navigating the Depths of Hidden Dangers Offshore oil rigs are a crucial piece of this nation’s economy. They power nations and also provide thousands of jobs across the seas. But in this industry, workers on these platforms risk their lives daily. Being in the open seas can cause accidents and disasters to strike at any…
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In Texas, countless individuals face injuries stemming from various sources such as car accidents, defective products, or hazardous premises. Often, the path to obtaining rightful compensation involves the filing of a personal injury claim. As an injured individual, there are crucial steps you can take to bolster your case and secure the maximum compensation available:…
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Under Texas law, establishments that serve alcohol to patrons who are obviously intoxicated and then cause damages can be held accountable. Specifically, Texas Dram Shop laws provide an avenue for individuals who have been injured or killed to seek justice to recover damages. It takes an experienced trial attorney to investigate the true causes of…
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What Is This New Paper License Plate Law? In a significant development for Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has signed HB718 into law, marking the end of the problematic era of temporary paper license tags. This legislative change, scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025, mandates the replacement of all paper tags with metal license…
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Freight brokers, who serve as intermediaries between shippers and carriers, must adhere to specific record-keeping requirements to comply with regulations, ensure accurate accounting, and maintain efficient operations. Among others, below are essential record-keeping requirements for freight brokers. Having awareness of these required documents is useful in civil cases against freight brokers when the crux of…
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Interstate 45 stretches north to south from Dallas, Texas, to Galveston, Texas, covering over 284 miles. The highway construction project was approved by the Texas State Highway Commission in 1962, around the same time as Interstate 10 in Houston. As the major connector between the two largest cities in Texas, Houston and Dallas, I-45 has…
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