Fatal fatal hit-and-run crash in Buda under investigation
BUDA, TX – According to KXAN, police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that took place on I-35 on Sunday. A grey Chevrolet Silverado struck and killed 67-year-old Viola Garcez as she crossed the street. The vehicle then fled the crash scene. Garcez was hospitalized but was later pronounced dead. The suspect, Jeffrey Conzemius, 58,
Read MoreSuspect arrested following fatal DWI crash involving 6 vehicles
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, a suspect has been arrested for intoxication manslaughter following a fatal 6-vehicle crash. The accident took place on southbound I-35 near William Cannon Drive. On Sunday night, at around 11:30 p.m., the suspect reportedly ran a red light and was struck by another vehicle. Six vehicles were involved in
Read MoreFAQ: If Someone’s Dog Jumps on Me, Can I Sue Them?
If Someone’s Dog Jumps on Me, Can I Sue Them? Dogs are excitable and often times unpredictable. If a dog jumps on you, it could be for a variety of reasons, obviously the bigger the dog, the more dangerous it is when they jump. In terms of suing a dog owner for their dog jumping
Read MoreUPDATE: Authorities identify motorcyclist killed in crash on Stassney Lane
AUSTIN, TX – According to the Austin American Statesman, authorities have identified the motorcyclist who died due to a crash on Stassney Lane near Teri Road. The crash took place on Tuesday at around 5 p.m. when Graham Blake Tillerson, 28, crashed his Indian Scout motorcycle into he encountered a stopped vehicle. Tillerson swerved to
Read MoreMotorcyclist dies following crash on East Stassney Lane
AUSTIN, TX – According to KXAN, a motorcyclist has died following a crash on East Stassney Lane near Teri Road. The accident took place yesterday at around 5 p.m., when a motorcycle crashed into a parked car. The motorcyclist received CPR before being taken to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center with critical injuries. The
Read MoreFAQ: Can You Sue Someone for Killing Your Pet?
If your pet is killed by someone, you can sue. However, the question is, Should you sue? And, will you prevail if you do file a lawsuit? This depends on the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. Losing a pet is always difficult, and in the immediate aftermath of the loss, the pet owner may
Read MoreCrash Alert: UPDATE Pedestrian identified in fatal North Austin crash
AUSTIN, TX – Officials in North Austin have identified the woman killed in a previously reported auto vs. pedestrian crash earlier this month. According to the Austin American Statesman, the accident happened within the intersection of Cameron Road and Ferguson Lane shortly before 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 15th. Martina Venancio-Cabrera, 39, was killed while
Read MoreFAQ: What are common causes of slip and fall injuries?
A slip and fall injury can occur at any time on any surface. Common cases can result from a wet floor due to a spill or rain/snow, a torn carpet, uneven sidewalk or pavement, ice, or just plain clumsiness. Further, certain areas require different precautions; for example, mats around the grape island in a supermarket.
Read MoreFAQ: Should I accept a cash settlement from the insurance company for my premises liability injury?
You should never accept a settlement from an insurance company or anyone else without first consulting a personal injury lawyer. A personal injury lawyer can ensure everything is taken care of with the settlement, including medical bills, and that you have been fairly and justly compensated for your injuries. A personal injury lawyer can also
Read MoreFAQ: If a property owner is found responsible for my personal injuries, what can I recover?
If a property owner is responsible for your injuries on their property, you may be able to recover several different types of damages related to your claims, including: past and future medical expenses, past and future pain and suffering and mental anguish, past lost wages and future lost earning capacity, etc. You may also be
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