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To help prepare you for the legal challenges you face, we believe it is a good idea to learn some basic information about personal injury law. At the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, we believe that providing you with honest advice and a bit of basic legal information can make a real difference in your understanding of your case. Every legal case is at least a two-sided story—your side versus the rest. We are committed to using our knowledge of the legal system, our skills and years of experience to obtain the result you want in your case. But that doesn’t mean that you aren’t also a participant in your own case.
Understanding Legal Issues
When you better understand the legal issues, you’re more prepared to make the important decisions that will affect your future and that of your family. We hope you find the information in our blog useful in making those decisions.
That being said, the only way to receive legal advice is through a client-attorney relationship. The posts on this blog are not intended as legal advice nor do they establish a client-attorney relationship.
Military Base Car Accidents
Representing Service Men and Women in Serious Accident Cases Military base car accidents and other vehicle accidents are common, given the number of military bases in San Antonio, Texas. The San Antonio area is home to the Joint Base San Antonio (JBS), Lackland Air...
Fatalities in 18-Wheeler Accidents
A 12-car pile resulted in one death and two injuries It's a fact that 18-wheeler accidents can cause serious injury and fatalities. On August 17, 2021 a crash occurred in Rowlett, Texas that involved an 18-wheeler and 12 cars. NBC News reported that one man died and...
Interstate and Intrastate Truck Accidents
State and Federal Laws that Apply to Trucking Accidents Determining whether collisions involved interstate and intrastate truck accidents is fundamental when pursuing a claim. Federal laws apply for interstate accidents. State laws apply for intrastate...
Drowning Accidents in Texas
Boating and Swimming Accidents Can Lead to Drowning Drowning accidents in Texas become more prevalent during summertime, when people are out on the lakes and rivers. Whether rafting, boating, swimming in a pool, or at a water park, the potential for accidents...
Safety Guidelines to Prevent Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
Safety Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians Pedestrian accidents tend to increase when more pedestrians and motorists are on the road. Typically, warmer weather during summer months leads to increased traffic and accidents. The Texas Department of Transportation...
Suing for Sex Trafficking on Social Media
Social Media Platforms’ Liability for Allowing Human Trafficking Abuse The Texas Supreme Court rendered a ruling in June 2021 for sex trafficking on social media. The legal question addressed was: could Facebook let sex traffickers use their platform as a...
Causes of Burn Injuries in Texas
When Other Parties Are Liable for Burn Injury Accidents When someone else's negligence causes burn injuries in Texas, that party may be liable for damages. Burns can occur due to a number of reasons. Some of the most common sources are fires, hot steam or...
Traumatic Brain Injury Accidents in Texas
Why Settlements Can Be High in Traumatic Brain Injury Accidents Traumatic brain injury accidents can be devastating, creating life-long disabilities. When another person's negligence causes an accident that results in traumatic brain injury, you have the legal...
Truck Accidents Caused by Drug Use
How Drug Use Can Lead to Truck Accidents Truck accidents caused by drug use are all too common. Whether the drug involved was an illegal drug or prescription medication, its use affects the driver’s ability to react and stay alert. A blocked ability to think...
Truck Accidents Caused by Distracted Driving
The Dangers of Distracted Truck Drivers Truck accidents caused by distracted driving can be devastating, especially for people subjected to the impact. It’s a fact that many types of distractions can draw a truck driver's attention off the road. Furthermore,...
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