When an intoxicated individual gets behind the wheel of a car and makes the active decision to drive, they are putting themselves and others at serious risk of injury. If you have been involved in a drunk driving accident caused by the recklessness of another driver, you are owed compensation for your damages. Depending on […]
Construction site zones are inherently dangerous, which is why workers are highly equipped with protective gear and safety precautions. Even with these regulations and protocols in place, it is still possible for pedestrians and other passersby to become injured. This can be from a variety of sources, including falling debris or improperly monitored areas. If […]
Using your car to commute from place to place—whether from work, to school, or to run errands on the weekends—comes with risk. Even when you are adhering to all of the rules of the road and operating your vehicle responsibly, the negligence of another driver can catapult you into a world of property damage, long-lasting […]
Texas roads witness a constant flow of cars and bicycles, creating a shared space that is often harmonious but occasionally fraught with risks. When these two modes of transport collide, questions of fault and responsibility immediately arise. Understanding how fault is determined when a car hits a bicyclist in Texas is not only essential for […]
Log trucks operate at weights that can exceed 80,000 pounds while carrying loads that are inherently unstable. Unlike manufactured cargo that can be palletized or shrink-wrapped, logs are irregular in shape, shift under load, and can break free from securing equipment with catastrophic consequences for other drivers sharing the road. When a log truck crash […]
Owning property comes with significant responsibilities, including ensuring the safety of others who may enter your premises. If someone sustains an injury on your property, you could be held liable depending on various factors, such as the injured person’s reason for being on your property and whether you took reasonable steps to prevent harm. At […]
Wrongful death is when one party causes the demise of another due to carelessness, unlawful acts, neglect, or unskillfulness. The surviving family members of the deceased make a wrongful death claim. It may be anyone from the parents, children as well as the surviving spouse, according to the legal website Nolo. The claimants may file […]
Backroads may seem like a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of busy highways, but they often come with hidden dangers that can catch drivers off guard. These quiet, rural routes are riddled with challenges—sharp turns, unpredictable road conditions, and limited visibility—that make them surprisingly hazardous. Drivers often let their guard down, assuming they’ll […]
Many people in Texas have lost loved ones due to cigarette smoking and its serious health effects. In a Florida case, a gay man was awarded over $157 million for a wrongful death case filed after his husband died from lung cancer linked to cigarette smoking. His lawyer said it was the first such case […]
Sometimes it can be confusing to understand your rights as a pedestrian. Since vehicles have a much higher capacity to cause an injury than pedestrians do, in Texas the driver must exercise due caution when driving on a street where pedestrians are likely to be present. If you were injured by a car as […]
Those who own, lease or operate an airport in Texas are likely required to carry liability insurance in the event that someone is injured on the property. There are various types of liability insurance, including general liability, public liability, premises liability, and owners, landlords and tenants liability insurance. It’s important for airport owners to […]
As a large state, Texas presents motorists with long stretches of road. That’s why lawmakers have chosen to raise speed limits over the years. One road even allows people to travel at 85 mph. Forty-one states have increased speed limits since the national 55 mph rule ended in 1995. Researchers looking at the possible link […]
If you’re a cyclist in Texas, you have probably had some less-than-desirable encounters with drivers. Maybe someone did not see you and turned in front of you. Maybe they refused to move over while passing and nearly ran you off of the road. In general, you got the sense that they did not respect your […]
Dog bites are surprisingly common considering that dogs are called man’s best friend. The truth is that dogs, like all other animals, have their own personalities and quirks that you have to be prepared for. Some are hyper, some are aggressive and others just want to snuggle. When they’re sick, tired or hurt, all dogs […]
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…
