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Austin American Statesman 2019 Best-of-the-Best Award Finalist

McMinn Law Firm was one of three finalists in the “Best Law Firm” category of Austin Statesman’s 2019 Best-of-the-Best Choice Awards. For this award contest, people in the Austin Statesman’s (a Gatehouse Media publication) readership area are invited to cast votes in support of local businesses. Among the finalists were two personal injury law firms.The…
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Posted January 21, 2020

How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?

Contingent Fee Agreements are specific to personal injury lawyers. This is because most other types of law like business law or criminal law provide a service that does not seek to gain compensation for an intended purpose. In criminal law the defendants need someone to represent their interest so they don’t go to jail. Their…
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Posted January 21, 2020
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Stowers Demand in Texas – About An Insurance Company’s Obligations

A Stowers Demand is commonly used by personal injury lawyers in Texas when negotiating with an insurance company on behalf of a client. The Stowers Duty: Defined The Stowers duty was first recognized in 1929 in the case of Stowers Furniture Co. v. American Indemnity, and since has broadened and narrowed the duties it imposes.…
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Posted January 13, 2020
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What is the Difference Between Negligence and Gross Negligence?

Car wrecks, work related injuries, wrongful death suits, medical malpractice, even criminal charges can be considered negligence, but what is the difference between civil negligence and criminal negligence? Read this post to find out the major differences between negligence and gross negligence as it relates to personal injury law. As personal injury lawyers in the…
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Posted January 6, 2020
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Texas Motorcycle Law: Lane Splitting

Lane splitting in Texas is an often contested and wondered about practice for motorcycle riders. While it’s never safe to do in fast moving traffic, lane splitting has been made legal in one state. As motorcycle injury lawyers, it’s important to stay up-to-date on how state and local traffic laws move into law. See where…
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Posted January 6, 2020
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Personal Injury and Celebrities

Car Accidents Happen to Celebrities Too Which celebrities were caught up in car accidents and personal injuries in 2016? You’re in line at HEB and there’s an interesting People Magazine cover. Brad and Angelina are splitting up. Jennifer Aniston is having a baby. And Leonard Dicaprio was in a car accident with his new girlfriend!…
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Posted November 21, 2019
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Posted November 7, 2019
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Austin Car Accident Injuries

It is our hope that by publishing about Austin car crashes, we can help show how preventable many of the crashes are. Each time we go out on the road there is risk for injury. Speeding, distracted driving, and driving under the influence are all actions that affect people’s lives in the Austin area each…
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Posted October 28, 2019
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Auto Insurance Comparison Sheet

Shopping around for car insurance may not be fun, but it can save you a lot of money. Rates tend to go up year after year. But when you shop around, you may be able to find a better deal on coverage. Avoid overpaying by comparing quotes. Auto insurance companies look at similar factors, but…
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Posted October 27, 2019
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5 of Austin’s Safest Neighborhoods for Halloween Trick-or-Treating + More!

Austinites are serious about their Halloween celebrations, and 2017 will be no exception. If you go out on Halloween, expect children to be roaming the streets while you are out on the roads. We know keeping your kids safe on the streets is important, so we’ve compiled a list of safe, kid-friendly neighborhoods for your…
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Posted October 18, 2019
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Austin Scooter Accident

Austin Scooter Accident Electric scooters attempt to provide a transportation answer to travel “the last mile.” But since the scooters arrived in early 2018, a lack of regulation, potholes, scooter malfunctions, and unsafe riding practices have sent Austinites to the emergency room. It is our hope that by educating the public about potential scooter hazards,…
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Posted September 19, 2019
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New Texas Laws You Should Know About in 2019

In the 2019 Texas Legislative session, lawmakers passed 820 new Texas laws. Among them were the widely popular “Beer to Go” and an attempt to stop telemarketers. Texas Legislature Ends Driver Responsibility Program Relieving Many in Debt Texas DMV Gets Boost in Funding Brass Knuckles and Other Self Defense Now Legal Texas Raises Sentences for…
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Posted July 30, 2019

Scooter Accident Injuries: Regs and Laws in Austin

Since scooters landed in Austin, unfortunately people have encountered dangers of riding them to get around town. Unfortunately Austin did see its’ first scooter related fatality in early February when UT exchange student, Mark Sands, died in a car-scooter accident along the I-35 frontage road. Scooter injuries are unfortunately a possible risk while traveling on…
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