“Slip and fall” is a term for a personal injury case in which someone trips or falls, and is injured on another person’s property. As in other premises liability cases, the property owner can be held liable for a slip … Continued
Blog
Common TBI Symptoms
Traumatic brain injuries occur for a number of reasons. They are commonly caused by sports injuries, falls, car accidents and person-to-person violence. The immediate symptoms range from mild discomfort and dizziness to severe headache and slurred speech. According to the … Continued
Austin Personal Injury Lawyer
Have you been injured physically or emotionally due to someone else’s wrongdoing? If that answer is yes, then you need a personal injury lawyer. A personal injury lawyer provides legal representation to those who have been injured either/both physically and … Continued
Is Bicycling Safer Than Driving?
Driving is one of the more dangerous activities you do every day. In 2010, 23,303 people were killed nationally in motor vehicle accidents and more than 2 million suffered injuries. The same year, bicycling resulted in 618 deaths and 52,000 … Continued
Eligio Avila Dies in Two-Car Collision
A 1990 Toyota traveling westbound in the 6200 block of West US Hwy 290 collided with the rear of a 2009 Nissan that was stopped at a red light at about 8:30 p.m. on April 21, 2013. The front passenger … Continued
Tips for Handling Stray Dogs
When you encounter a stray dog on the street, it’s helpful to know how to behave to minimize your chances of getting bit. Though most stray dogs will leave you alone, some can be aggressive and dangerous. Below we’ve listed … Continued
Summer Boating Safety Tips
You might’ve noticed that the days are slowly warming up and the evenings are getting longer. For those of us here in Central Texas that means it’s just about to be boating season. While boating is one of our time-honored … Continued
April Product Recalls
Every week the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalls a number of products due to injury hazards. At the McMinn Law Firm, we want to keep you and your family up-to-date on some of the most widespread product recalls. If … Continued
Burn Injury Complications
Burn injuries can cause significant damage to skin and body tissues. Burn victims may be hospitalized for weeks or months as they recover. If the burns are widespread or deep, victims may develop complications that could keep them in the … Continued
Do Personal Injury Cases Always End Up in Court?
It’s a common misconception that hiring a personal injury attorney means you’re automatically scheduled for a court date. In actuality, many cases are settled before they reach a judge. When you’re injured in an accident, you incur a number of … Continued