Distracted driving is a safety epidemic that affects every state in the U.S. It’s especially dangerous when drivers are near pedestrians, including children. To help combat the problem in Texas, the state first restricted the usage of cell phones in 2009. However,...
The Legality of Sub-Minimum Hourly Wages Not sure of your rights as a server, bartender, or otherwise tipped employee within the Lone Star State? As an experienced Austin, TX employment lawyer, I can assure you that you are not alone in your concerns over the...
Feel Cheated of Severance Pay? Know Your Rights as an Employee! When your employment ends, Texas state laws and statutes require your employer to provide you with your final paycheck and any promised severance pay, minus any approved deductions, within a reasonable...
The Effect of Helmet Laws on Bicycle and Motorcycle Accidents The question is whether a bicycle or motorcycle rider injured in a collision with another vehicle while not wearing a helmet can file a personal injury claim to recover compensatory damages. My answer is...
Making Up For Lost Time A catastrophic injury is never expected, but the aftermath is often predictable–losing time at work and maybe even losing a job. Federal law prohibits your employer from firing you for discriminatory reasons, such as disability. So what...
What Are the Laws in Texas on Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit? A personal injury is defined as a situation in which one person sustains an injury because of the negligence of another party. The party that causes the injury can be a business, driver, friend, or family...
