Chelsie King Garza

 You may think you don’t have a case if no one saw you slip and fall. And that is exactly what insurance companies want you to believe. But you don’t need an eyewitness to back up your claims in Texas. You only need proof that the owner failed to keep the property reasonably safe and caused your fall. Lawyers and insurance adjusters call this ‘notice.’ It is not enough that you fell and suffered an injury. You have to show that the hazard existed and that the owner did not fix it or warn people in time. This is why insurance companies usually focus on downplaying how long the hazard was there. They may argue, for example, that the spill appeared seconds before you stepped on it and that nobody could have prevented it. This is their way of dodging responsibility. A strong slip and fall case answers that argument with evidence. And this is why you need an experienced Houston slip and fall lawyer on your side. You can still prove what happened without eyewitnesses. Surveillance ...

Proving medical negligence can be complicated and should follow a clear legal test, often called the 4Ds. These four elements, including Duty, Dereliction, Damages, and Direct Cause, must be proven for a medical negligence claim to succeed. In Texas, it requires clear proof for each element, and missing even one can cause the case to be dropped early or unexpectedly. Duty of Care Medical professionals have a duty to care for all patients alike, and failing to meet the accepted medical standards constitutes medical negligence. This duty begins when a doctor agrees to treat a patient or when a patient is admitted to the hospital. The standard of care is often based on doctors' training, licensing, and common practice. For example, emergency rooms follow statewide care rules. So, if a patient-provider relationship exists, duty is usually easy to prove. Dereliction or The Failure to Provide Reasonable Care Dereliction, or the failure to act as a careful and expert doctor, can...

An 18-wheeler truck accident isn't like a regular car crash. Because of the size and weight difference, resulting injuries are often fatal. In Texas, liability can fall on more than one party, not just the driver. Understanding who is responsible helps protect your rights and recover the damages you are entitled to. When Is the 18-Wheeler Driver at Fault After an Accident? An 18-wheeler truck driver can be held responsible if they were speeding, fatigued, distracted, or driving under the influence. Police reports, dash cams, and driver logs can help prove fault. However, many drivers work under pressure, following strict delivery schedules set by the trucking companies. This shifts liability beyond the driver. Can a Trucking Company Be Responsible for a Crash? The trucking company can be held liable in an 18-wheeler accident if it fails to hire qualified drivers, provide proper training, and enforce safety rules. It can also be held accountable if it fails to inspect trucks, ignore...

Dog attacks involving children are among the most serious injury cases that law firms are handling today. Even our law firm gets cases of neighbors' loose dogs attacking little ones, leaving parents or guardians with so many questions and concerns. Who is legally responsible in such cases, and what rights do children have? It depends on the unique legal landscape in Texas. Here are more details on this. What Are the Responsibilities of Dog Owners? In Texas, liability is established under the one-bite rule and negligence standards. A dog owner can be held liable if they knew (or should have known) that their dog tends to bite.  Previous complaints, aggressive behavior, and prior biting incidents can demonstrate this knowledge. Even without a history of biting, a dog owner remains responsible for acting reasonably in such life-threatening circumstances. This is where negligence becomes central to a child injury claim. What Are the Leash Laws in Texas? Texas has a general framework, b...

Texas consistently ranks at the top for fatal 18-wheeler accidents. The reasons go far beyond the state's population; its infrastructure, economy, and regulatory landscape create a perfect storm for truck collisions.  Texas Has Immense Traffic Texas is a national freight hub. Major interstates like I-10, I-35, US-290, and I-45 support border crossings, distribution centers, and connecting ports. With such volume comes increased exposure to heavy vehicle accidents.  Size, Weight, And Stopping Distance of Trucks An 18-wheeler can weigh thousands of pounds, especially when fully loaded. If a collision occurs, the force is exponentially greater than in passenger vehicle crashes, making the case medically and legally complicated. Inadequate Driver Training  Many trucking companies have rigorous hiring and training standards, but some do not. They can hire inexperienced drivers, have a poor safety culture, and often don't maintain their vehicles, increasing the risk of preventa...