Fact checked by Texas Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Paul H. Cannon. I was hit by a chemical tanker near the Ship Channel. Who handles tanker truck accidents in Houston? Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., a Houston truck accident law
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The Texas Personal Injury Law Blog, published by Simmons & Fletcher P.C., focuses on legal issues related to personal injury cases in Texas. It covers a variety of accident types including car, motorcycle, truck, and pedestrian accidents, as well as incidents involving rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. The blog also addresses premises liability matters such as dog bites, slip and fall accidents, and swimming pool injuries. Additionally, it discusses workplace injuries, product liability claims involving defective drugs and medical devices, and medical malpractice cases. The blog highlights the firm's involvement in community events and legal recognitions, reflecting its advocacy for injured clients.
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Spilled Gravel And Cement Mixer Sideswipes In Houston
By Paul Cannon
Fact checked by Texas Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Paul H. Cannon. A dump truck dropped gravel and I crashed. Who is liable? Often the truck’s operator and the company that loaded it. Texas Transportation Code §725.021 requires trucks…
Hit by a Company Vehicle While the Driver Was on the Clock
By Paul Cannon
A work truck ran a light while the driver was on the job. Can I claim against the company? Usually, yes. Under Texas law, an employer is responsible for an employee’s careless driving when the employee was acting within the…
When the Trucking Company’s People Call First
By Paul Cannon
Fact checked by Texas Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Paul H. Cannon. Their investigator was at the scene before police left. Is that normal? Yes. Many trucking companies and their insurers send a response team to a serious crash…
Katy Freeway Crashes: What Katy Drivers Should Know After a Wreck on I-10
By Paul Cannon
Katy drivers share one of the most congested stretches of I-10 in Texas with commuters, 18-wheelers, and the Grand Parkway. This guide covers what to do after a wreck there and how truck, wrongful death, and motorcycle claims work. What…
What a Truck Accident Lawyer Costs in Houston
By 12amagency
Fact checked by Texas Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Paul H. Cannon. How much does a truck accident lawyer cost in Houston? Most Houston truck accident lawyers work on a contingency fee, so you pay nothing up front. At…
The Trucking Insurer Made an Early Settlement Offer. Should You Take It?
By Paul Cannon
The trucking insurer offered me $20,000 two weeks after the crash. Should I take it? Do not sign anything until you know how your injuries will heal and what they will cost. Two weeks after a truck crash, most people…
Truck Accident Lawyer For Moderate Injuries In Houston
By Paul Cannon
Do the big truck firms take a broken collarbone case? Some Houston truck accident lawyers take a broken collarbone case, and some do not. Firms that focus only on catastrophic cases may turn away a broken collarbone or refer it…
Steps To Take When a Commercial Vehicle Is Parked in a Residential Area
By Paul Cannon
Key Takeaways: What Every Homeowner Should Know About Commercial Vehicle Parking Texas law prohibits overnight commercial vehicle parking in residential subdivisions between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. under specific conditions outlined in Texas Transportation Code Section 545.307. Residents can petition…
Truck Accident Settlement Timeline: What to Expect From Start to Finish
By Paul Cannon
Key Takeaways: What Every Houston Truck Accident Victim Should Know Most truck accident settlements take 6 months to 2 years to resolve, depending on injury severity and case complexity. But keep in mind that not every case settles out of…