Blog Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 30-Nov-2018 5 Common Mistakes When Filing for Texas Workers' Comp If you suffered an injury or illness while performing work duties in Texas, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, many injured employees are not familiar with the legal process and even their own rights. It is not ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 29-Nov-2018 4 Common Holiday Accidents The holidays are often filled with joy and love because many Americans are spending time with family, eating an abundance of food, giving and receiving new gifts, and being merry overall. Unfortunately, accidents can occur at any time, even during ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 28-Nov-2018 WATCH List of 10 Worst Toys to Buy in 2018 WATCH (World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc.) announced their nominees for the “10 Worst Toys of 2018” to warn consumers not to purchase the products mentioned on the list for children due to dangerous features. The non-profit ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 27-Nov-2018 FDA Announces to Stop Eating Romaine Lettuce The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Canadian health officials announced last week to stop eating romaine lettuce because of a new outbreak of the E. coli virus. As of today, 43 people in 12 states and 22 people in Canada have fallen ill ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 30-Oct-2018 Dangers of Driving at Night Once Daylight Saving Time comes to an end—approximately at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 4, 2018—many people will spend more and more time driving when it’s dark outside. Unfortunately, many car accidents occur during the evening for ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 26-Oct-2018 5 Most Common Workplace Injuries Whether you work in an office or a construction site, every worker in Texas and throughout the United States is vulnerable to an injury on the job. Understanding common workplace injuries can help employees prevent from being involved in an ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 19-Oct-2018 5 Most Common Auto Part Defects While most car accidents are caused by driver error and hazards on the road, there are some which result from auto part defects. Every year, tens of millions of vehicles have been recalled due to a variety of defects, which leaves plenty of ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 12-Oct-2018 4 Tips to Have a Safe Halloween Halloween is one of the most favorite holidays for children because they have an opportunity to dress up as their favorite characters or monsters and receive massive amounts of candy from neighbors. While parents are out with their kids, or allow ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 28-Sep-2018 Common Dangers of Fall Driving The fall season brings a lot of changes. Not only do the leaves become brown and the air becomes crisper, but the roads can also become more dangerous. Autumn weather is unpredictable, causing havoc for drivers in Texas and throughout the United ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 24-Sep-2018 What to Do If Your Car is Recalled Car recalls ensure that unsafe vehicles are removed from our roads to protect motorists from malfunctions caused by defective auto parts, which can lead to car accidents. According to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, they occur when a ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 21-Sep-2018 Toyota Recall: Over One Million Hybrid Vehicles Pose Fire Risk Toyota Motor Corp. has announced that it is recalling over a million hybrid vehicles, specifically its Prius, Prius plug-in hybrid and C-HR SUV models, due to a potential fire risk. The company plans to repair the issue with their electrical systems. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 17-Sep-2018 Dallas Man Dies in Electric Scooter Accident Jacoby Stoneking, a 24-year-old Dallas resident, died after suffering an injury in an electric scooter accident earlier this month. Kenneth Moore, a friend, told KDFW-TV that Stoneking called him, asking him to request a ride from Lyft while ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 28-Aug-2018 What You Need to Know About Filing a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas There are few things more emotionally devastating than the loss of a loved one. The situation can be even more difficult to cope with when the death was avoidable or caused by someone else's negligent actions. What is Wrongful Death? Texas law ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 27-Aug-2018 Most Common Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident When it comes to car accidents, it is easy to make crucial mistakes in the aftermath. Keep in mind, making these mistakes can not only jeopardize your car insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit, but also can be physically and emotionally costly. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 20-Aug-2018 Can I Get Texas Workers' Compensation for Repetitive Strain Injuries? Millions of people suffer workplace injuries every year. Although a large portion of these injuries occurs as a result of a single traumatic event, such as a fall or a machinery accident, many work-related injuries develop gradually over an extended ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 13-Aug-2018 How Road Rage Can Result in a Car Accident The road is filled with many dangers. On top of traffic, construction, inclement weather conditions and poor road conditions, road rage can also result in car accidents and personal injuries. Road rage is considered aggressive or violent behavior ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 6-Aug-2018 4 Benefits of Contingency Fees Many people who have suffered an injury in an accident often think twice about obtaining legal counsel. The cost of medical treatment and property damage repairs can take a substantial toll, especially if they are being forced to miss work. How can ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 23-Jul-2018 Common Causes of Teen Car Accidents Now that summer is here, you may have noticed that there has been an influx of young drivers on the road now that school is out of session. Unfortunately, car accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers ages 15 to 20. According to the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 16-Jul-2018 The Best Apps to Prevent Texting While Driving Distracted driving is now one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United States. People suffer injuries or even killed every day because of a collision related to distracted driving. It is common knowledge that cellphones have played a ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 9-Jul-2018 Workplace Death: How Do Families Get Compensated? Although filing a workers’ compensation claim in the event of a loved one’s death on the job can recover some costs, it is typically not enough to cover the full extent of your family’s losses. Under some circumstances, however, it ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 2-Jul-2018 Stay Safe This Fourth of July Fourth of July is the day we Americans commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 through celebrations in the form of barbecues, pool parties, fireworks, parades, and more. Unfortunately, it is also considered one of the most ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 27-Jun-2018 How to File a Workers' Comp Claim in Texas If you suffer an injury on the job in Texas, you can seek compensation from your employer. However, it is critical to determine whether or not your employer has workers’ comp insurance since not all employers are required to carry insurance ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 20-Jun-2018 Negligent Security: When Can I Sue? Negligent security cases involve individuals who were victims of criminal acts on a business’ or private property due to inadequate security or complete failure to provide any security. Property owners have a legal obligation to provide a safe ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 13-Jun-2018 7 Common Summer Injuries The warm weather and longer days of summer will bring many Americans outdoors for BBQs, pool parties, and even road trips. While summertime involves plenty of opportunities for fun activities, there are also many chances to get hurt. From swimming ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 6-Jun-2018 Why More Car Accidents Happen During the Summer Summer is finally here! Along with the beautiful weather and the sunny skies, there is a significant risk of being involved in a car accident. While many people believe that they’re more likely to be in a collision during the winter months, the ... Continue Reading