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
Category: Personal Injury
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 | 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 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
by Benjamin Treviño | May 6th, 2025 | Blog, Fatal Crash, Lawsuit, News, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death
San Antonio Car Crash Attorney J. Gonzalez
Is a car crash fatality considered a wrongful death? When a person is killed in a car crash due to another person’s negligent actions, the incident may qualify as a wrongful death. In Texas, the law mandates that the responsible party must compensate the surviving family members. Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit? Only… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 30th, 2025 | Blog, Personal Injury
Texas Car Crash Attorney J. Gonzalez
How do you know if you have a personal injury case? To determine if you have a personal injury case, the first thing you must consider is if your injuries were caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. If you can prove that negligence caused you damages, it is likely you have a legitimate personal… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 23rd, 2025 | Auto Accident, Personal Injury
At least 17 hurt in Ft. Worth chain-reaction crash
Ft. Worth Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez Chain reaction car accidents In Texas, the driver who is responsible for causing a crash and any resulting injuries is generally responsible for providing compensation. However, in a chain reaction car accident, determining liability and seeking compensation for personal injuries can be complex. The initial driver who caused… Read More
by Benjamin Treviño | April 16th, 2025 | Auto Accident, Fatal Crash, Personal Injury
Hidalgo County Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Attorney J. Gonzalez
What happens if one event results in multiple plaintiffs suing the same defendant? A lawsuit with multiple plaintiffs seeking compensation from one and the same defendant can arise in a crash involving multiple vehicles. Each plaintiff will bring their specific set of circumstances and injuries to the table. One person might have minor injuries, another… Read More