In Texas, when someone is hurt on the job, it is usually handled as a workers compensation case. However, there are two situations in which a work injury can become a personal injury case. One is called a non-subscriber claim and the other is called a third-party claim. Let me explain. Workers Compensation Law in Texas: A Texas employer can…
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Month: November 2022
Food Poisoning Cases
Foodborne illness, or food poisoning, is caused by eating contaminated food. Contamination can come from many types of bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Food can become contaminated at the time a food item is processed or produced, as well as from improper handling or improper cooking. Eating contaminated food can result in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and…
Traumatic Brain Injuries
FROM THE LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT RODRIGUEZ: Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. This paper should NOT be taken as medical advice. If you suspect you may have suffered a head injury, you should consult with a physician. TRAUMA TO THE BRAIN CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH In the many years of handling personal injury cases I…
Car Wreck Injuries In Texas
With millions of miles of highways, roads, and streets, and a population of almost thirty million, it is no wonder that so many people are killed or injured in car wrecks in Texas. According to statistics compiled by the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2021 a car wreck was reported every 57 seconds of every day. That year, tragically, there…