Blog 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 Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 18-Apr-2019 Distracted Driving Awareness Month For most of us, driving is one of the most dangerous things we do on a daily basis and yet we tend to forget how much is at risk every time we get behind the wheel. Even if you drive every day and consider yourself seasoned, you cannot possibly ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 11-Apr-2019 Is An Autopsy Necessary in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit? After unexpectedly losing a loved one, there is so much to address it can feel impossible to even consider pursuing litigation and dealing with all that comes with it. If you lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct, you ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 4-Apr-2019 Dangerous Easter Injuries to Avoid Easter is one of the most wholesome and enjoyable holidays for families to celebrate together. Whether you view this as a religious holiday with strict traditions or simply a time to partake in games and relay races, you are undoubtedly looking ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 27-Mar-2019 E-Scooter Accidents in Texas Since the start of 2018, electric scooters have become a fun and popular trend in the Dallas—Fort Worth metroplex. Companies such as Bird and Lime provide the public with rented scooters strewn throughout the city, giving people the opportunity ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 25-Mar-2019 Travel Safety Tips for Employees Domestic and international business travelers should be prepared for more than their work-related endeavors. They should also prepare for their own safety and security, as well as always remain vigilant to their surroundings. Here are several ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of James M. Stanley 22-Mar-2019 Do Uber Drivers Get Workers' Compensation Benefits? In recent years, millions of people all over the world rely on rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft as an alternative mode of transportation compared to taxi services and public transit. Ordinary citizens—whether working full-time or ... Continue Reading