Category: Lawyer’s Advice
Commercial Colleges Scamming Students
Education experts estimate that higher education is a $400 billion dollar industry. The government is all for providing loans to individuals seeking a college education because of what it would mean for the country’s economy in the long run. However, not all higher education is equal. Some of these for-profit colleges are unscrupulous, unaccredited, and […]
Nursing Home Abuse: Signs You Should Watch Out For
Looking For a Good Nursing Home? Follow This Advice! Nursing home abuse is a serious offense which negatively impacts the quality of care your loved one gets. In some cases, these incidences may go unreported until it’s too late. If you suspect that a loved one is being abused, this post may help confirm your […]
Don’t Sign Away Your Rights!
Hurt in an Accident? Don’t Sign Anything Before Speaking to an Attorney! A car accident can be a traumatic experience. On top of that, there are other things that you need to do immediately after the accident has occurred. It’s not uncommon for insurance companies to get in touch with a car accident victim hours […]
The Importance of Seat Belts and Safety Seats
Seatbelts and child safety seats are integral when it comes to protecting your children. There is a great deal of information available today about the importance of using seat belts and safety seats. Many states participate in the “Click it or ticket” campaign (which is about to start back up beginning May 19th) as a […]
Helpful Information Concerning Pedestrian Safety
April is Pedestrian Safety Awareness Month Pedestrian safety is a big concern in today’s society, not just because of how many cars are on the roads but also because of the design of those roads. Constant improvements and repairs in some areas make the problem even worse and thus make the issue of sidewalk and […]
Should I Release my Medical Records to the Other Driver’s Insurance Company?
The quick answer is NO! Absolutely not, and I’ll get into that in a second. An injury can put you out and cause you untold suffering as well as have you out of work for weeks at a time. This may be due to an auto accident, work injury, medical malpractice, or a variety of […]
Why Sue the Bar After a DWI Accident?
Going out for a few drinks with friends is a great way for some people (those who are able to drink responsibly) to spend a few hours on the weekend. For many people, it is a way to catch up on social conversations as well as bond with friends and family. However, accidents caused by […]
Surviving Tornados – A Plan for Action
As a native Texan, I’ve seen my fair share of tornadoes. The tornadoes that ripped through the Metroplex this week were the most frightening in years. Together our staff watched the warnings on TV and spoke over the phone with loved ones on Tuesday afternoon, making sure that everyone was as safe as they could […]
Don’t. Sign. Anything.
A disturbing scheme by insurance companies is killing victims’ chances of a fair settlement and it is something you MUST be aware of. While it was my good friend and fellow attorney Ross Jurewitz of San Diego who brought this new tactic up, I can assure you that this is not exclusive to California.
Basically, insurance adjusters are showing up to the homes of individuals who have been injured and offering them “X” amount to “settle” their claim on the spot. In return, the victim must sign a waiver stating they will forego any of the rights to legal action.
Your Voice is Needed – Say NO to “Families Pay”
Today, in the Texas House of Representatives, another piece of legislation seeking to shield corporations and big business from accountability will be debated. House Bill 274 will only serve to make it more difficult for families and small businesses to hold large corporations responsible for their reckless and dangerous actions, and make no mistake; it will pass if we do not make our voices heard.
