While there is no guaranteed calculator to assign an exact monetary value to your personal injury claim, you can analyze the circumstances of your case to get a general idea of what to expect and pursue. It is also important to note that each case is different and the ultimate settlement or verdict depends upon the amount of evidence – […]
Can I Still Seek Compensation If I Was Partially at Fault?
If you were recently injured in an accident, for which you could be partially at fault, you may be wondering whether or not you still have the right to seek compensation. In Texas, all personal injury cases are subject to the state’s “modified comparative negligence” rule. This means that you could still file a claim against the other party as […]
Overview of the Longshoremen and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act
Essentially, longshoremen are employees of stevedoring companies who load and unload ships. Legally, longshoremen are employed as “non-seamen.” Their work is stressful and demanding. They are responsible for properly loading thousands of tons of dead weight in such a way that won’t damage the ship or its crew. Companies seek experienced longshoremen to organize loading and unloading, and operate the […]
Texting While Driving: How to Prove a Driver Was Distracted
In recent years, texting while driving has become the target of nationwide campaigns for safe driving, and understandably so. On average, sending or receiving a text message can take a driver’s eyes off the road for about five seconds, which is the equivalent of driving the length of a football field with a blindfold. The dangers of texting while driving […]
3 Key Steps to Take After a Car Accident
In the aftermath of a car collision in Beaumont, Texas, you may feel flustered, be in pain and feel disoriented. Depending on the severity of the accident, there are certain actions we recommend that you take to help make the claims process as smooth as possible in the coming weeks and months. At Brasher Law Firm, PLLC we realize that […]
Construction Accidents Can Lead to Compensation for Victims
Recently, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited a roofing company for a construction accident that killed a worker at a Texas jobsite. An employee doing roof repair work fell 30 feet after the roof gave way. An investigation revealed that Spray Polyurethane Foam did not analyze the roof to determine if it was structurally sound. Additionally, the company was […]
