Does comparative negligence apply in wrongful death cases? Yes, comparative negligence can apply in wrongful death cases. It means that if the deceased person was partially at fault for the accident that caused their death, the amount of damages the surviving family can recover may be reduced. The extent to which comparative negligence affects a… Read More
Author: Benjamin Treviño
by Benjamin Treviño | June 17th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Fatal Crash, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death
San Antonio car crash attorney J. Gonzalez
by Benjamin Treviño | June 13th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, Legal Representation
Houston wrongful death attorney J. Gonzalez
Can the family of a vehicle passenger sue the driver for wrongful death? Yes, the family of a passenger killed in a car accident can sue for wrongful death if the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence or misconduct. This allows them to seek compensation for their loss. A wrongful death lawsuit is a… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | June 12th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog
Austin wrongful death attorney J. Gonzalez
The dangers of Texas highways Texas is home to some of the most-dangerous roads in America. There are many areas where travelers must navigate high-speed merges when entering or exiting a highway. Interstate 35 in the Austin-San Antonio area is the fifth-most dangerous highway in the country. That’s according to The Zebra, an Austin-based insurance… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | June 6th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, Recent News, Wrongful Death
San Antonio wrongful death and personal injury attorney J. Gonzalez
The enormous devastation that can be caused by traffic accidents came into sharp focus June 4, when a suspected DWI crash claimed the life of a mother, and left her two children orphaned. In these circumstances, a wrongful death lawsuit can be brought by a number of parties. The parties include the surviving children, the… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 30th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Driving Tips, Hit-And-Run, Lawsuit, Personal Injury, Recent News
Willacy County Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
Can families sue for wrongful death when a loved one dies a single-vehicle crash? It is difficult to prove negligence on someone else’s part when a loved one is killed in a one-car crash and there were no witnesses to the accident. However, it is not impossible. There are certain situations that can potentially justify… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 27th, 2025 | Auto Padestrian, Blog, News
Texas Wrongful Death Attorney J. Gonzalez
What happens when a defendant in a civil case can’t pay a judgment? When a defendant asserts they don’t have the money to pay a wrongful death or personal injury judgment, the case essentially becomes a debt collection matter. In this phase, the plaintiff becomes known as the judgment creditor, and the defendant becomes the… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 23rd, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit, Legal Representation, Negligence, Personal Injury
McAllen Car Crash Attorney J. Gonzalez
Recovering damages from an alleged drunken driver In order to recover damages from a drunken driver, the plaintiff must establish that the defendant’s negligence caused the crash. The plaintiff must also be able to substantiate the damages that were sustained as a result of the crash. Evidence can include receipts for medical expenses, lost wages,… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 22nd, 2025 | Auto Accident, Blog, Legal Representation, Personal Injury
Texas Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorney
J. Gonzalez Do most wrongful death and personal injury lawsuits go to trial? The vast majority of tort (wrongful death/personal injury) cases are not settled a courtroom. According to the latest data, 90 to 95% of these civil cases are resolved through settlements before reaching trial. Most personal injury and wrongful death claims are settled… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 19th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Legal Representation, Personal Injury, Recent News
Houston- area personal injury attorney J. Gonzalez
Burn wounds and personal injury cases Car accident victims who suffer burn injuries face an incredibly long and challenging road to recovery. Burns are extraordinarily painful, they cause life-long disfigurement, and they can lead to great mental anguish for victims and their families. Types of burn Injuries Most people associate serious burns with fire, but… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | May 16th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Personal Injury, Recent News
Dallas personal injury and wrongful death attorney J. Gonzalez
The dangers and consequences of street racing In Texas, street racing can lead not only to civil liability, but to criminal charges as well. If a street race results in a bodily injury, the offense is considered a third-degree felony, punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison, and a $10,000 fine. If a serious… Read More