What Is a Letter of Protection (LOP)?
A letter of protection is an agreement between an attorney and a medical...
What Happens to a Personal Injury Lawsuit If the Victim Dies?
If a person initially survives an accident or serious injury but dies...
What Is the Eggshell Skull Rule?
The eggshell skull rule states that victims should be fully...
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?
As a general rule, the compensation received from most personal injury...
How Long Do I Have to File a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?
In Texas, the statute of limitations on all wrongful death claims is...
Survival Action Claims vs. Wrongful Death Claims
A "survival action" refers to a lawsuit that is brought on behalf of a...
Can Punitive Damages Be Awarded in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Punitive damages are not often awarded in Texas, but can be...
What If the Driver Who Hit Me Doesn’t Have Insurance?
If you’ve been hit by an uninsured driver, you basically have two...
Should I Give the Insurance Company a Recorded Statement?
You are under no legal obligation to give the insurance company a...