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Many Houstonians lend their automobiles to others. A good number of these people give little thought to letting a family member or friend borrow their car to run an errand or for some other reason. The stark reality is that there can be serious consequences to permitting someone to use your car, even for something as simple as a quick trip to the grocery store or a similar jaunt. If an accident should occur, the generous car owner could bear…

Determining who is legally responsible for a car accident can be a complicated process. The reality is that legal liability in a Houston automobile crash is not always a black and white matter. There are a number of defenses that may be available to a person who initially might be considered to bear primary responsibility for causing an automobile accident. One such potential defense is that of a so-called “sudden emergency.” In order for a sudden emergency defense to be…

A new week dawned on Maui with residents still reeling from the devastating consequences of massive wildfires that destroyed large swaths of the island and literally wiped Lahaina off the map.  The actual death toll from the hellish blazes is not yet known, despite the fires having been extinguished for about two weeks. Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Maui Mayor Elmer Cravalho Update on Catastrophe Both Hawaii Governor Josh Green and Maui Mayor Elemer Cravalho updated residents of the island…

In Texas, the legal principle of the last clear chance doctrine can be used to hold a defendant liable for an accident, even if the plaintiff was also at fault. This last chance doctrine is based on the idea that the defendant had the last clear chance to avoid the accident, but failed to do so, and as a result, caused the plaintiff’s injuries or damages. There are some facts and factors to bear in mind in regard to the…

Houston car accidents are one of the most common causes of injury and fatalities.. These accidents can result in significant physical, emotional, and financial harm to the victims. While compensatory damages can help cover their losses, punitive damages may be sought in certain cases to punish the at-fault party and deter similar behavior. Definition of Punitive Damages In Texas, punitive damages are designed to punish the at-fault party and are awarded in addition to compensatory damages. Compensatory damages cover the…