Blog Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 31-Jan-2020 January Sees Record Number of Traffic Fatalities in Austin The city of Austin, Texas has experienced a record number of monthly traffic fatalities so far in January. Eleven people have already been killed in traffic accidents this year, nearly three times the number of fatalities which occurred during the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 10-Jan-2020 Seasonal Motorcycle Safety Tips for Texas Bikers There are few states more suited for motorcyclists than Texas. The land seems to stretch into eternity, the terrain is varied but navigable, and the climate is mild enough to allow for year-round riding. However, the unfortunate truth is that the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 17-Dec-2019 Recalls' Recap: December Every month, products are recalled for consumer dangers big and small. December is an especially crucial month to stay up to date with these recalls due to the popularity of holiday shopping. If you purchased any of the items below, contact the ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 3-Dec-2019 What Is an Attractive Nuisance? If something on someone else’s property sparks your interest, it is almost guaranteed to inspire the curiosity of a child. Unlike adults, however, young children are more likely to explore without regard to their safety. An attractive nuisance ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 29-Oct-2019 Halloween Can Be Scary for Pedestrians On Halloween night, you are 43% more likely to be struck and killed by a car. Children are more than twice as likely to be hit. Some of the same factors that make the holiday fun make it incredibly dangerous. These include: Nighttime driving (and low ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 15-Oct-2019 Head-On Collision Kills 3 in Fort Worth On the night of Tuesday, October 8, a family of 4 was driving south down Blue Mound Road in Fort Worth, Texas. When a driver heading north tried to pass the car in front of him, he entered their lane and caused a fatal head-on collision. The driver ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 19-Sep-2019 What Are Contingent Fees? Many personal injury lawyers work on contingency. Here at the Law Office of James M. Stanley, so do we! But what are contingent fees, really? ABA Definition According to the American Bar Association, contingent fees are only paid to a lawyer if that ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 9-Sep-2019 Why Are Tesla Dealerships Banned in Texas? As if fires and explosions from oil and gas rigs weren’t enough in Texas, now the state has to worry about electrical fires, explosions, and spontaneous combustion in passenger vehicles. Tesla appears to be the culprit. A History of Legal ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 28-Aug-2019 What Makes an Injury Catastrophic? Even though catastrophic injuries fall under the personal injury umbrella, these types of injuries are considerably different compared to other personal injuries. Generally, a catastrophic injury is an injury from which one cannot achieve a full ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 21-Aug-2019 What Should I Do After a Dog Bite Injury? Dogs are excellent companions and many owners frequently consider them members of the family and treat them with the love and care they deserve. In the wrong hands, however, some dogs can become a danger to others, resulting in severe injuries. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 14-Aug-2019 Why All Brain Injuries Require Medical Attention According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 50,000 individuals die every year due to brain injuries and over a million more visit the hospital to receive treatment for this type of injury. Additionally, it is also ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 7-Aug-2019 Why It's Always Important to See a Doctor After an Accident After being involved in an accident, you might experience a rush of adrenaline that will make it difficult to feel the effects of any injuries you sustained. Unfortunately, if you forego seeking medical attention and later discover that you were ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 31-Jul-2019 Rear-End Collisions: Is the Driver in Back Always at Fault? The impact of a rear-end collision can cause severe injury to each of the drivers involved. Often, this type of accident occurs because the person driving behind the other car is not paying attention, and doesn’t stop in time to avoid hitting ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 23-Jul-2019 Can a Trespasser Sue if They are Injured on a Property? People who own a home or commercial property have a responsibility to safely maintain that property for their guests. The failure to do this can result in severe injuries, and if a victim decides to sue, the property owner may have to pay damages. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 15-Jul-2019 Does Signage Excuse a Property Owner from Injury Liability? Premises liability cases are often based on these considerations: The safety of a property, and the warnings provided for any unsafe elements on the property. Home and business owners are responsible for maintaining the safety of their properties, ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 8-Jul-2019 Can a Wrongful Death Claim Be Filed in Addition to Criminal Charges? Wrongful death claims allow those who have lost a loved one to another person’s negligence to collect compensation for their pain and suffering. These claims are civil suits, and often apply to harm that was not purposeful — for example, ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 26-Jun-2019 Protecting Children from Electrocution Injuries Children are naturally curious, but sometimes that natural curiosity can lead to serious and life-threatening injuries. One particularly common source of child injury in the home is electricity, and it’s estimated that up to 20% of all ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 19-Jun-2019 Can a Brain Injury Heal Itself? In the past, many people believed that brain damage was an immutable condition after a serious accident. In addition to altering behavior, memory, mood, physical functioning, and many other aspects of a person’s day-to-day life, a traumatic ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 12-Jun-2019 Do I Need to Show My Employer Was At-Fault for Workers' Comp? Many Texas employers choose to carry valid workers’ compensation insurance, and public employers are legally required to do so as well. This is because the workers’ compensation system protects workers who are injured while working, and ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 5-Jun-2019 Can I Seek Punitive Damages from a Drunk Driver? There’s no excuse for driving drunk: This exceptional form of negligence puts thousands of lives in danger every year across America. Even if the perpetrator is ultimately charged with a criminal DUI, however, it may not be enough to make up ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 28-May-2019 Facebook and Twitter Can Ruin Your Case Most of us recognize that what we say or do on the Internet is never truly private. Despite knowing this, many continue to overshare the personal details of their lives with the world. While this is generally harmless to do, it can come back to haunt ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 21-May-2019 What to Do After a Hit & Run Accident After an accident, every driver understands their duty to pull over into a safe area, call 911 in case of emergency, and exchange information with the other person involved. However, some irresponsible and careless drivers choose to leave the scene ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 14-May-2019 How Not Wearing a Seatbelt Can Affect Your Claim Everyone knows the importance of wearing a seatbelt, though many of us are guilty of failing to wear one when we get behind the wheel. Not only are they life-saving safety devices that are legally required to be worn by all drivers in the state of ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 7-May-2019 4 Bicycle Safety Tips Bicycling is an ideal activity for adults and children to enjoy fresh air, reduce stress and anxiety, improve physical health, and protect the environment. Despite its many environmental, financial, and physical benefits, the unfortunate reality is ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 25-Apr-2019 How is Pain & Suffering Calculated? You have heard “pain and suffering” being thrown around as a descriptor of the kind of damages you can claim in your personal injury case but are likely unaware of what constitutes pain and suffering in the legal sense. As a victim of an ... Continue Reading