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What are the most common reasons for building fires?

Posted on April 7, 2021July 11, 2022

Structure fires, which happen in both commercial and residential settings, can lead to severe injuries and death, even when those inside have proper warnings from their fire alarms and other such systems. Fires move far more quickly than many people realize. In the span of just a few minutes, the fire can spread from the […]

What to do if you’re in a burning building

Posted on March 25, 2021April 20, 2023

A house or apartment fire is exceedingly dangerous, perhaps more so because the people who find themselves trapped by the fire have never been through any similar situation before. They have no experience and need to react properly the first time to get out and stay safe. Understanding, in advance, what to do if you’re […]

High-impact spinal cord injuries could be catastrophic

Posted on March 10, 2021July 11, 2022

If you are driving and are hit by another party, then that high-impact collision could leave you with a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries from high-impact forces are more likely to affect men between the ages of 15 and 35, and they’re most likely to come from auto collisions. Spinal cord injuries don’t just […]

When can a property owner be held liable for your fall on ice or snow?

Posted on March 1, 2021July 11, 2022

This winter has definitely been far more brutal than San Antonians are used to. If you’re not used to dealing with snow and ice, outdoor steps, walkways and driveways can become treacherous places to walk. A fall – particularly on a cement walk covered in ice – can cause serious injuries. You may face substantial […]

You lose more than a limb in an amputation injury

Posted on March 1, 2021July 11, 2022

Losing a limb due to a workplace accident will affect your life in ways you may never have imagined. Most people never consider the full consequences. If they did it might encourage them to take more care. It would also reduce the chances that amputation injuries will occur. What are the consequences of an amputation […]

Spinal cord injuries can have serious complications in the long term

Posted on February 23, 2021July 11, 2022

If you’re involved in a serious accident, you may have a spinal cord injury as a result. Spinal cord injuries vary in their severity, but they may include permanent paralysis, chronic pain and other symptoms. The unfortunate reality about many spinal cord injuries is that they can come with complications. Some of the complications can […]

Is it possible to sue a landlord for a dog bite injury?

Posted on February 17, 2021July 11, 2022

Nobody wants to get involved in a lawsuit, but a dog bite can leave you with serious physical injuries and major financial difficulties due to lost wages and medical bills. If the owner of the dog that bit you happens to be a homeowner, you may be able to press a claim through their homeowner’s […]

Two serious accidents happen in Austin

Posted on February 12, 2021July 18, 2022

In an earlier blog, we discussed a deadly accident that occurred in Fort Worth recently due to icy weather conditions. Texas motorists in other communities also experienced icy road conditions, and it is believed to be a factor in two serious accidents that occurred in Austin as winter weather rolled through the state. The two […]

Is your morning commute really that dangerous?

Posted on February 3, 2021April 20, 2023

When you read car accident statistics, it really feels daunting. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people suffer injuries and nearly 40,000 people pass away in car accidents. Stats like that can make you never even want to back out of the driveway. On the other side of the coin, though, is the way you […]

Common questions about carbon monoxide poisoning

Posted on January 29, 2021July 11, 2022

Carbon monoxide poisonings seem to increase during the colder months of the year. The heating systems that people use can put people at risk if they are not properly maintained or used as directed. Unfortunately, because carbon monoxide is so hard to detect, several die or suffer from serious illnesses before they are even aware […]