Well, it is that time of year, my wife is asking for a vacation. I always hesitate because I don’t want to miss work. But since my wife puts up with my long hours during the week and weekend–usually missing dinner with her–I agreed to take a trip to Barcelona, Spain. My wife is correct…
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The firm is investigating a potential 18 wheeler cab crashworthiness case. Given the large size and weight of heavy trucks, also known as tractor-trailer vehicles, a serious safety threat can be posed to the vehicle’s occupants in the event of a rollover collision. Studies have been conducted in order to determine the number of incapacitating…
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I am always trying to be the best that I can be, especially at work because a lot of clients depend on me. I recently received an article discussing how to be better employee. I thought that I would pass on the tips to you. 1. Procrastination A lot of people work best under pressure,…
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If you are a motorcycle rider in Harris County, it’s likely that you use the HOV lanes throughout town. If so, BE CAREFUL! METRO is the entity responsible for the HOV lanes and they don’t always warn you of the dangers out there. The latest example is the 45 South HOV lane. If you use…
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A new government study found some interesting results and disparities in injuries to women and babies during childbirth. From the study, released this month by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, it appears that poor women are less likely to be injured during deliver, but their babies are at higher risk. According to the…
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Today, Johnny Garza and I left the office to drive out to meet one of our clients. This particular client was severely injured as a result of the clear gross negligence of his employer. In fact, this client is now quadriplegic and will never be able to walk again, hold his wife, or be able…
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In a 5/4 decision that announced yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court restricted the rights of employees to sue their employer under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) protects individuals who are 40 years of age or older from employment discrimination based on age. The ADEA’s…
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In an opinion issued last Friday, the Texas Supreme Court used a Texas statute to protect the free exercise of religion which a city attempted to curtail by an ordinance. The case was Pastor Rick Barr and Philemon Homes, Inc. v. City of Sinton, ___ S.W.3d ___ (Tex. 2009) (6/19/09). In it, a resident of…
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