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Airbags are often seen as a shield of protection, a safeguard in the split second of an accident that can mean the difference between life and death. However, what happens when this trusted safety device becomes the source of harm? In some cases, airbags can cause severe injuries due to defects, malfunctions, or improper deployment. […]
In Texas, stopping for a school bus isn’t just about being courteous—it’s a legal requirement designed to protect children. We’ve all been there: rushing to get somewhere on time, only to have a school bus suddenly appear in front of us. It might seem tempting to pass, especially when no children are visibly crossing the […]
A premise owner is not under an absolute obligation to remove asbestos, but is under an obligation to notify tenants of the presence of asbestos. If asbestos is present within a premise environment, a tenant could, among other things, legally notify the premise owner to choose between removing the asbestos or not being paid rent. […]
To create a contract, it is required that both parties can become involved in the contract. When it amounts to legally binding agreements, specific individuals are at all times regarded as being short of legal ability, or “capacity”, to contract. As a legal issue, they are essentially assumed not to understand what they are doing. […]
In a contract dispute over a breach of contract, a person should bring up as many legal defenses as possible, including “affirmative defenses.” It is normally insufficient to merely refuse legal misconduct. An individual must reply with every credible argument that validates his or her stance. Furthermore, if a person does not introduce defenses in […]
Most everyone has been in a situation where a friend needs to borrow a car to go shopping or borrow a truck to move. Friends are generally willing to help a friend out. That is what friends do. What happens if your friend is involved in an accident while driving a borrowed vehicle? Insurance […]
Don Davis is undoubtedly the most experienced and capable plaintiff’s personal injury lawyer in this area, and is widely respected not only for his skills but his highly ethical conduct. To colleagues, adversaries and above all clients he has always, to my personal knowledge, adhered to the highest standards.
Terry W. | Colleague
Bus Accident
A 3-year-old boy suffered a serious brain injury when a Capital Metro bus collided with a suburban in northwest Austin, Texas. At trial, we were able to establish fault on both drivers: 1. the driver of the suburban ran a red light; and 2. the bus driver was speeding…
