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What do you do if you’re in a car wreck?
What do you do if you’re in a car wreck? I recently had a friend get in a wreck, and when discussing it with my 18 year old son, my son told me he wouldn’t know what to do. So I’ve failed as a parent. Not only have I not taught him something important, but…
Read MoreCongrats! Brooks Schuelke was named to the 2021 Texas Super Lawyers List
We are pleased to announce that Brooks has been selected to the 2021 Texas Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the state. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of…
Read MoreTexas Supreme Court Issues Another Pro-Plaintiff Ruling In Underinsured/Uninsured Motorist Insurance Cases
For the second time in a month, the Texas Supreme Court has surprised many of us by issuing a ruling that is beneficial to plaintiffs who bring uninsured/underinsured motorist cases. Last month, the Court issued a ruling that confirmed a path for plaintiffs to recover attorneys’ fees in uninsured/underinsured motorist claims. This time, the Court…
Read MoreHallelujah! Relief For Those Making Texas Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims
One of the most important types of insurance that you can buy to protect you and your family is uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage for your vehicle. This coverage protects you when you’re in a wreck and the at-fault driver either doesn’t have insurance or doesn’t have enough insurance. We handle a lot of these cases. In…
Read MoreTexas Winter Storm: Insurance Claims
Our firm has handled a number homeowners’ insurance claims, and we wanted to provide some tips for our fellow Texans who suffered losses as a result of the storm. DOCUMENT EVERYTHING First, document everything. The MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do right now is to document your losses. You may be able to make claims…
Read MoreDog Mauls 3 Year Old At A Texas Restaurant: Legal Lessons
A three year old child was the victim of a pit bull attack on January 9th in the Spring, Texas restaurant, Loose Caboose. The poor girl needed multiple stitches on her face, and will likely need plastic surgery to address the wounds. The dog owner, reported to be, Jennifer Romano, fled the scene. Fortunately, relying…
Read MorePersonal Injury Lawyers As Storytellers
I spent part of today on Zoom (of course) helping some University of Texas Law students tell their stories. Why, you may ask. Because stories are our currency. Stories are how we help convey what happened to harm our clients or how our clients are hurt. Stories help us convey the pain or the limitations…
Read MoreAustin Car Wrecks: If Traffic Is Down, Why Are 2020 Traffic Fatalities Up?
When the pandemic started this year, one of the only good byproducts was reduced traffic. And there was a big reduction. But with the reduction in traffic, most people expected a reduction in car wrecks and traffic fatalities. In fact, early on, several auto insurance companies were giving their customers small refunds on premiums because…
Read MoreChildren’s Settlements: Why Can’t I Get The Money Right Away?
When we settle a minor’s claims, parents are sometimes surprised to learn that the children don’t get the money right away. Instead, the money is typically either deposited with the court until the child turns 18 or used to buy a structured settlement. A structured settlement is an annuity that pays a child a set…
Read MoreCar Wrecks: Swoop and Settle Goes High Tech
One thing I’ve written on several times over the years is the insurance company tactic that we call “swoop and settle”. Using this tactic, insurance companies contact you shortly after a wreck and attempt to settle your claim before you know how badly you’re hurt and before you understand your rights. They do this because…
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