In Texas, some employers have the option of choosing to purchase a traditional workers’ compensation policy to cover their employees or to self-insure. There are some very important differences between these two types of policies. There are a few points that workers...
Month: October 2020
Month: October 2020
Did the seller hide issues with your new house?
Buying a new house is exciting, and you may have been planning to get a place of your own for a while. When you find one that feels right, you’re predisposed to overlook issues with it and convince yourself that it’s the home for you. But you’re also at a...
Children are at more danger from dog attacks
Anyone can be attacked by a dog, and the ramifications can be devastating. However, parents in particular need to know that dog attacks are more dangerous for children. For one thing, you have to consider the odds of an attack. As an adult, you may know never to run...
Your rights after buying a manufactured house with defects
Manufactured housing is an affordable alternative to traditionally built homes that many Texans use for a first home or possibly a retirement home. Manufactured houses can be as lovely inside as more traditional homes are, provided that the builder paid appropriate...
Taking action when an investment professional loses your money
Maybe you hired an investment broker from a professional investment firm to manage your wealth in order to set you up for greater financial freedom in the future. Perhaps you entrusted a company or professional with the funds intended to provide pension or retirement...
After a car crash, take these steps to help your case
You never saw the other vehicle coming, but you do remember the way it felt when your vehicle was suddenly hit. Your vehicle ended up in the middle of an intersection, and you were hit three more times before your car finally came to a stop. Despite the fact that you...
Is a zoning issue negatively affecting your business plan?
There’s a lot of work that goes into starting a business. One of the biggest and most important challenges is securing a location that suits your business’s needs while still giving you the presence you desire. Scouting out and locking down the perfect location can...
Can I recover damages if I am partially responsible for my own injuries?
If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit after a car accident or slip and fall, you will likely need to prove that another party’s negligence caused your accident and injuries. Once you have established that another party is at fault for your accident, that party...
Statewide campaign seeks to make roads safer for motorcyclists
The roads in Dallas and throughout Texas are filled with motorcyclists. These riders enjoy the open road and the freedom that goes along with taking off on their bikes. Still, there are inherent risks for motorcycle crashes and personal injury. A significant portion...
The benefits and drawbacks of a sole proprietorship
When Texans are considering starting a business, one of the biggest obstacles they tend to face is what type of structure they can and should use. Not everyone who has an idea for a product or provides a service is acquainted with nuance of business law. Most are...