Thousands of Texans traverse the Lone Star State’s vast highways and byways daily. From Austin’s vibrant streets to Galveston’s serene shores, Texas roads are bustling arteries of life and commerce. Unfortunately, a sobering reality lies beneath the daily hustle and commotion—car accidents in Texas happen far too often. Roadway safety has become a pressing concern for Texans and policymakers...
Continue ReadingEmployees working for companies who subscribe to workers’ compensation cannot sue their employer if they suffer an injury on the job. However, when an employee of a company that does not subscribe to workers’ compensation insurance suffers a work-related injury, they may sue their employer and potentially collect compensation for their damages. In non-employment personal injury cases, “contributory negligence”...
Continue ReadingAlthough negligent behavior or reckless conduct, such as driving under the influence, might come to mind as the cause of many car accidents, some also result from car mechanical issues. Most cars today come equipped with high safety standards; however, some car mechanical issues are well-known to cause car accidents. Below, the Waco, Texas car accident lawyers will go...
Continue ReadingWhile we do our best to avoid them, car accidents inevitably occur. No matter what precautions you take, you can’t always avoid involvement in a car accident. People are involved in car accidents every day throughout the county. In fact, according to the CDC, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury in the United States. Car accidents...
Continue ReadingGarrett L. Beach Brings a Wide Range of Estate Planning and Business Formation Experience to the Firm Waco, TX [7/19/2023] — The Zimmerman Law Firm is proud to welcome a new associate attorney to the team. Attorney Garrett L. Beach, a graduate of the Baylor Law School, brings a plethora of knowledge and experience in estate planning as well...
Continue ReadingRear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident. Of the 7,277,000 reported crashes in the U.S. in 2016, 29% of them involved rear-end collisions. In Texas alone, one crash occurred every one minute seven seconds, resulting in 205,498 injured people in 2020. As Texans traveled 260.580 billion miles during 2020, rear-end collisions continue to be common, especially...
Continue ReadingWorking in a home improvement store comes with risks not normally found at retail stores. Cutting materials, transporting lumber, operating heavy machinery, and climbing ladders to get out-of-reach products are only a few occupational hazards Home Depot employees face. Unfortunately, if you sustained injuries while working at Home Depot, workers’ compensation is unavailable. However, other options are available to...
Continue ReadingIf you have been involved in a car accident in Texas and have suffered injuries, you may be wondering how long after a car accident you can claim injury and file for compensation. The answer to this question lies in the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Texas. The statute of limitations is the time period within...
Continue ReadingMany American adults, including almost 40% of Americans from the baby boomer generation, have no estate-planning documents in place. And it’s no wonder why. Estate planning can be an overwhelming and daunting task, especially if you don’t have any legal background or experience. However, it’s crucial to ensure that your assets and property are protected and that your loved...
Continue ReadingAs an employee at Costco, you may find yourself in dangerous work-related situations. You might suffer exposure to potential hazards that lead to a work-related injury. For example, you might slip and fall on a wet floor or suffer an injury while operating heavy machinery. Perhaps you already have a work-related injury through your Costco employment. Whatever the case,...
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