We place an incredible amount of trust in the healthcare system. Every day, thousands of people undergo medical procedures with the expectation that they will leave the hospital in better shape than when they arrived. Most of the time, that is exactly what happens. However, for a significant number of patients, that trust is shattered by medical malpractice. Medical malpractice occurs when a hos…

Deciding to leave a child with a babysitter is a tough decision that most parents think about very carefully. Most people use extreme caution when choosing a sitter, taking the time to check references and get to know that person in order to ensure their child’s safety. When kids are injured while in the care of a babysitter, a parent can experience a multitude of emotions ranging from…

The recent oil spill near Texas City on March 22 caused environmental problems, and prompted a massive cleanup process that is still underway. However, it prompted an even bigger legal mess. A few days after the accident, Judge John Froeschner issued the warrant of seizure as a request of an attorney representing anglers and bait shop owners. The attorney claims that an unnamed shrimper “disco…

Children get excited whenever they have an opportunity to jump and play in a “bounce house”, and for good reason. Bouncy houses are a great deal of fun, provided that they are used in the proper manner. Parents who allow their kids to use these inflatables have an expectation that they will be safe while doing so, which means they could also recover damages whenever negligent operation results in…

A boy around eight to ten years old was killed when a truck tractor semi-trailer crashed into a Kia Optima on 290 and Mason Rd. He was in the back seat of the car. His mom and younger sister were in the front seat. They were both rushed to the hospital. The boy’s younger sister went to surgery with a cracked skull. All lanes of 290 were closed for hours in front of Houston’s Premium Outlets while…

Cinco de Mayo parties are not just held in Mexico, as they are becoming increasingly popular here in Texas as well. These parties often include lots of Mexican food, games, dancing and alcoholic beverages, making them a common place for injuries to occur. When people are injured at a Cinco de Mayo party, they often wonder whether or not the host can be held responsible. Here in the Lone Star…