Corpus Christi Law Blog
When can one recover exemplary damages in Texas?
Exemplary damages in Texas may be awarded to the Plaintiff to punish the negligent party, the defendant. Exemplary damages can be awarded to the Plaintiff in addition to actual damages which cover the costs of medical bills, and lost wages, etc. Section 41.003 of the...
read moreU.S. experiences over 40,000 fatal accidents for third year
Despite a renewed focus on traffic safety and advances in technology, the United States experienced its third year of over 40,000 annual traffic deaths in 2018. The trend affects drivers throughout Texas and across the country. According to research compiled by the...
read moreRoad Safe America urges use of speed limiters on big rigs
Federal data shows that from 2009 to 2017, all but six states saw an increase in the number of large truck crash fatalities. Texas saw the highest number in 2017, followed by California, Florida, Georgia and Pennsylvania. Texas also had the fourth highest percentage...
read moreWhat documents do you need to gather for your SSD application?
Filing for disability benefits can be a lengthy, complex task. If you cannot work because your physical condition prevents you from doing so, you may have a rightful claim to certain types of benefits through the Social Security Administration. However, actually...
read moreTexas basketball coach loses job following DWI
An assistant basketball coach at a San Antonio high school was placed on administrative leave following his arrest for DWI-, drugs- and weapons-related charges on Jan. 10. The 39-year old coach was specifically charged with driving while intoxicated, possessing...
read moreFatal truck crashes on the rise
The number of fatalities resulting from large truck crashes is rising. According to statistics published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 4,761 deaths related to large truck crashes in 2017. In 2016, the number was 4,369. Drivers in...
read moreDump truck, ready-mix concrete truck crash rates rise
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has released statistics on the number of serious dump truck and ready-mix concrete delivery trucks in 2016 (the latest year with available statistics). Truck drivers in Texas should know that there were 8,206 dump truck...
read moreZF develops tech behind external airbags
Though it will take a while before they are perfected, external airbags are already known to provide great safety benefits. The ZF Group has its own strategy for developing external airbags that go on the sides of a vehicle to protect occupants from side collisions....
read moreDefensive driving is key when driving near trucks
Texas roads are filled with all types of vehicles. Motorists are used to sharing space with delivery vans, motorcycles, tractors and even horses. However, one category of vehicle poses a significantly larger public safety hazard to passenger cars. The sheer size of...
read moreUnderstanding the reasons why disability claims are denied
Whether you suffer from a progressive condition or the sudden onset of a painful disease, you likely tried to work as long as possible so you could support yourself. However, medical bills and lost days at work eventually caused you to make the difficult choice to...
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