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Alarming Rise of Hazardous Chemical Incidents in the U.S.
In just one year, over 270 hazardous chemical incidents have occurred across the United States, underscoring an urgent need for enhanced safety measures. This staggering statistic, highlighted by the Coalition to Prevent Chemical Disasters, points to a growing concern for public health and environmental safety,…
Double Crash, Double Damage: Harley’s $287M Lesson in Safety
A New York state jury awarded $287 million in damages in a lawsuit against Harley-Davidson involving a defective “trike” motorcycle (Tri Glide Ultra model) that caused a fatal crash. The verdict was reached in August 2024 following a four-week trial in Livingston County Supreme Court.…
Avoiding Fines: Understanding Texas’ Front and Rear License Plate Laws
In Texas, vehicles are mandated to display both front and rear license plates. This requirement is intended to enhance safety by aiding law enforcement in vehicle identification and facilitating toll operations and traffic monitoring. While the dual plate system offers benefits, such as quicker identification…
18-Wheeler Crash on Katy Freeway Near Kirkwood Causes the Tractor and Trailer to Overturn
Early Wednesday morning on October 9, 2024, Houston commuters faced significant delays on the Katy Freeway due to a serious accident involving an 18-wheeler. The incident occurred around 5 a.m. in the westbound lanes near Kirkwood, when the large truck collided with a stalled vehicle.…
How Is Negligence Proven in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
In a personal injury lawsuit, for the plaintiff to win their case they will need to be able to prove that the defendant (the party being sued) acted negligently, and that this led to an injury or harm. The legal standard for negligence requires more…
Boy Scouts Sued Following Jet Ski Accident That Killed 10-Year-Old Boy
Crystalyn Gear and Xson Gear are suing the Middle Tennessee Council of the Boy Scouts of America for $10 million dollars after their 10-year-old son, Jack Elliott Gear, was killed during a jet ski accident. Jack was camping at the Boxwell Reservation, which is roughly…
How Poorly Regulated is the Commercial Trucking Industry
The large amount commercial drivers currently designated with a “prohibited” status is in excess of 175,000 drivers. These drivers have been designated as prohibited by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (“FMCSA”) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. The Clearinghouse program, which began in 2021, is soon…
Differences Between Negligence and Gross Negligence in Texas
Texas law clearly distinguishes between negligence and gross negligence. Under Texas law, negligence occurs when a person fails to exercise the degree of care that a reasonably prudent person would have used under same or similar circumstances. For instance, a driver who fails to stop…
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