On Wednesday, May 19, an 18 wheeler accident near Winton, CA claimed the life of one driver. The incident happened, according to news reports, on Shaffer Road as the victim was attempting to pass the 18 wheeler. Allegedly, the two vehicles clipped each other, causing the victim’s vehicle to crash into a nearby irrigation canal. He suffered severe injuries and was taken to Memorial Medical Center for treatment, but he was pronounced dead shortly after he arrived. His name was not released. Police are still investigating the crash.
Every day the dangers of the road and the unknown factors that can occur are upon us all. We never know what can happen at any given moment. Knowing there are many attorneys out in the field that may advertise to help, make sure you do your homework. These are 3 items you want to look for when searching for an attorney for your case.
1. In Personal Injury cases there are regular lawyers and Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of Texas. Look at it like this, if you were going to have heart surgery that would you chose to do the operation? Your choices would be a ER Surgeon or a Heart Specialist?
2. Find someone that is giving you one on one attention and An Attorney who assigns a Client Coordinator to assist him and you in your case. There will be times you will have to state your case many different times to many different people in the office and that is a sign that this Lawyer may be to busy for you, more less you case.
3. Asking questions to the Attorney or Client Coordinator on the case: A. How often do you settle cases? B. When is the last time you went to court on a case? C. What is the most you have awarded to one client? You want to make sure that the attorney is experienced, and out for your best interest rewarding you to the very end what you deserve for any kind of losses.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Fire at refinery injures two
A fire at LyondellBasell's oil refinery on the Houston ship channel broke out yesterday afternoon. The blaze, which started in a crude distillation unit, sent huge plumes of black smoke into the air. The fire burned for more than an hour
Two firefighters were injured while fighting the fire, suffering heat exhaustion.
The refinery is the country's 16th largest, and refines 268,000 barrels of oil per day. An incident in July 2008 at the facility involving a crane killed four workers.
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the fire and continue to assess the extent of damage to the refinery.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Two firefighters were injured while fighting the fire, suffering heat exhaustion.
The refinery is the country's 16th largest, and refines 268,000 barrels of oil per day. An incident in July 2008 at the facility involving a crane killed four workers.
Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the fire and continue to assess the extent of damage to the refinery.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Monday, May 17, 2010
Record Setting Settlement in a Taser death Case
The City of Fort Worth has offered the family of a man killed by police a record-setting settlement of $2 million. The victim was killed by a Taser during a confrontation with police last year.
Assistant City Attorney Gerald Pruitt says that this is the largest settlement Fort Worth has ever offered in any case involving death or injury.
The victim, Michael Patrick Jacobs, Jr., died after he was shocked with a Taser for a total of 54 seconds. Mr. Jacobs had a history of mental illness, and the police became involved after his family called for help because he was off of his medication and behaving aggressively. Mr. Jacobs was shocked twice, first for 49 seconds and then for an additional 5 seconds. The Tarrant County medical examiner's office declared that the victim's death was a homicide, but a grand jury declined to indict the officers who were involved in the killing.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Assistant City Attorney Gerald Pruitt says that this is the largest settlement Fort Worth has ever offered in any case involving death or injury.
The victim, Michael Patrick Jacobs, Jr., died after he was shocked with a Taser for a total of 54 seconds. Mr. Jacobs had a history of mental illness, and the police became involved after his family called for help because he was off of his medication and behaving aggressively. Mr. Jacobs was shocked twice, first for 49 seconds and then for an additional 5 seconds. The Tarrant County medical examiner's office declared that the victim's death was a homicide, but a grand jury declined to indict the officers who were involved in the killing.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Friday, May 14, 2010
HURT in an Auto/Car/Truck Accident
WHAT IF I WAS IN AN AUTO/CAR ACCIDENT ?
Unfortunately, studies show that most of us will be in an auto accident at some point in our lives. The only question remaining, is how bad will it be?
The following are important things to remember if you are involved in an auto accident:
1. Seek treatment as soon as possible.
If there is a chance you may be seriously hurt, you should go to the Emergency room at your local hospital. There they can rule out fractures and life threatening injuries.
2. If you are still experiencing pain and discomfort a few days to a couple weeks later, than you should come to our office to find out if you have any structural damage.
NOTE: The longer you wait after an accident to come to our office, typically the longer it takes to get you better.
3. Most auto insurance companies have what is called Med Pay. This means that your bills will be paid up to 100% up to a certain limit. Our office can check that for you.
4. If the accident was not your fault. The other party's auto insurance should cover your health care expenses in our office. We do all of the paperwork for you.
5. At the accident scene, get as much information on the other driver or drivers as possible. An accident report by Police is always helpful, but not required to have a case.
6. You should never settle with an insurance company before you have had us evaluate your injury for you. If you settle before your injury is fully resolved, you will be completely on your own and will have to pay out of pocket for your care.
7. Dealing with insurance companies can be difficult after an auto accident. When looking for a lawyer, make sure you are dealing with a State Board Certified Personal Injury Specialist*. Hiring a reputable Attorney essentially takes you out of the direct bargaining process with the insurance company and all the paperwork and phone calls associated with that and lets you concentrate on healing.
8. Injuries sustained after a car-accident if left untreated can lead to spinal degeneration and a host of other problems for years to come.
FINAL NOTE: We find that many people involved in an auto accident that WAS THEIR FAULT never get treatment.
This tends to be due to the fear that their insurance will go up after a claim is filed.
Your PIP (Personal Injury Protection) is why you have auto insurance in the first place.
Many insurance companies will not raise your rates after 1 or even 2 accidents in the same year.
THE INJURIES SUSTAINED IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT CAN CAUSE A HOST OF PROBLEMS FOR YEARS TO COME, OR EVEN THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO COME IN AND GET CHECKED.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Unfortunately, studies show that most of us will be in an auto accident at some point in our lives. The only question remaining, is how bad will it be?
The following are important things to remember if you are involved in an auto accident:
1. Seek treatment as soon as possible.
If there is a chance you may be seriously hurt, you should go to the Emergency room at your local hospital. There they can rule out fractures and life threatening injuries.
2. If you are still experiencing pain and discomfort a few days to a couple weeks later, than you should come to our office to find out if you have any structural damage.
NOTE: The longer you wait after an accident to come to our office, typically the longer it takes to get you better.
3. Most auto insurance companies have what is called Med Pay. This means that your bills will be paid up to 100% up to a certain limit. Our office can check that for you.
4. If the accident was not your fault. The other party's auto insurance should cover your health care expenses in our office. We do all of the paperwork for you.
5. At the accident scene, get as much information on the other driver or drivers as possible. An accident report by Police is always helpful, but not required to have a case.
6. You should never settle with an insurance company before you have had us evaluate your injury for you. If you settle before your injury is fully resolved, you will be completely on your own and will have to pay out of pocket for your care.
7. Dealing with insurance companies can be difficult after an auto accident. When looking for a lawyer, make sure you are dealing with a State Board Certified Personal Injury Specialist*. Hiring a reputable Attorney essentially takes you out of the direct bargaining process with the insurance company and all the paperwork and phone calls associated with that and lets you concentrate on healing.
8. Injuries sustained after a car-accident if left untreated can lead to spinal degeneration and a host of other problems for years to come.
FINAL NOTE: We find that many people involved in an auto accident that WAS THEIR FAULT never get treatment.
This tends to be due to the fear that their insurance will go up after a claim is filed.
Your PIP (Personal Injury Protection) is why you have auto insurance in the first place.
Many insurance companies will not raise your rates after 1 or even 2 accidents in the same year.
THE INJURIES SUSTAINED IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT CAN CAUSE A HOST OF PROBLEMS FOR YEARS TO COME, OR EVEN THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO COME IN AND GET CHECKED.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Death on the Job in Dallas
Three DFW Metroplex on-the-job fatalities
Recent DFW Metroplex news includes stories of three recent on-the-job fatalities:
A 30 year old man working as a subcontractor for Tarrant County was electrocuted Tuesday. The man was working to repair light fixtures in the mechanical room on the top of the Plaza Garage, located at the intersection of West Weatherford and Burnett streets. Fort Worth paramedics and MedStar attempted to save the worker, but their attempts at resuscitation were unsuccessful. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating this on-the-job death.
A lawn maintenance worker was killed Tuesday morning in Grand Prairie after he was struck by a passing motorist. The man, Fransisco Lara, 35, was taken by helicopter to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Mr. Lara was struck by a car while he was using a leaf blower to clear debris from the street. The driver was not injured. Authorities are investigating this accident.
The body of Roderick Terrell, a Dallas sanitation worker, was found Tuesday at the McCommas Bluff Landfill in Dallas. Mr. Terrell was on the job at the landfill when he was last seen. Coworkers found Mr. Terrell's truck, still running, and began searching for him shortly thereafter. His body was found the next day. Authorities are investigating the cause of Mr. Terrell's death.
The Burt Burnett Law firm would like to send out their condolences for the tragedies of these three families. Unfortunately the insurance companies are not always in the favor of the victim and only compensate to the families of the loved one minimal damage. Don’t sign even if you believe that the amount is fair. Get Cash before your case settles. Call The Burt Burnett Law frim at 800.501.2090 or visit us at www.burtburnett.com
Recent DFW Metroplex news includes stories of three recent on-the-job fatalities:
A 30 year old man working as a subcontractor for Tarrant County was electrocuted Tuesday. The man was working to repair light fixtures in the mechanical room on the top of the Plaza Garage, located at the intersection of West Weatherford and Burnett streets. Fort Worth paramedics and MedStar attempted to save the worker, but their attempts at resuscitation were unsuccessful. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are investigating this on-the-job death.
A lawn maintenance worker was killed Tuesday morning in Grand Prairie after he was struck by a passing motorist. The man, Fransisco Lara, 35, was taken by helicopter to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Mr. Lara was struck by a car while he was using a leaf blower to clear debris from the street. The driver was not injured. Authorities are investigating this accident.
The body of Roderick Terrell, a Dallas sanitation worker, was found Tuesday at the McCommas Bluff Landfill in Dallas. Mr. Terrell was on the job at the landfill when he was last seen. Coworkers found Mr. Terrell's truck, still running, and began searching for him shortly thereafter. His body was found the next day. Authorities are investigating the cause of Mr. Terrell's death.
The Burt Burnett Law firm would like to send out their condolences for the tragedies of these three families. Unfortunately the insurance companies are not always in the favor of the victim and only compensate to the families of the loved one minimal damage. Don’t sign even if you believe that the amount is fair. Get Cash before your case settles. Call The Burt Burnett Law frim at 800.501.2090 or visit us at www.burtburnett.com
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Truck Accident
Find a Texas truck accident attorney or lawyer. If you have been injured in a truck accident in the state of Texas, then you should contact a Texas truck accident lawyer or attorney. In the state of Texas, a truck accident usually refers to an accident involving an 18-wheeler, semi truck or tractor trailer. Big rig trucks hauling heavy loads are subject to regulations and there are laws requiring them to be insured. You want to hire an expert attorney or lawyer that specializes in truck accident law in the state of Texas and who knows all the laws and regulations regarding these large trucks. Texas, TX cities include Houston, Beaumont, Galveston, Pasadena, Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, Tyler, Wichita Falls, Austin, San Antonio, San Marcos, Seguin, El Paso, Midland, Odessa, Del Rio, Corpus Christi, Laredo, McAllen, Brownsville, Victoria, Lubbock, Amarillo, Abilene and Plainview.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Friday, May 7, 2010
What Does Personal Injury Cover?
Personal injury lawsuits cover a wide spectrum of injuries and accidents, including car accidents, toxic exposure and poisoning, defective products and other legal issues. In this section, you will find information on these areas as well as many of the other most common personal injury claims. If you have recently been injured due to another party's negligence, this information will be very useful to you.
Personal injury laws are affected by a variety of complex federal and state laws. These laws are designed to protect the individual from the negligence or deliberate harm of others and to provide recourse in the event of injury. Because these laws vary from state to state, they can be very difficult to interpret, particularly during a traumatic situation. A personal injury attorney can help you determine your legal rights, give you examples of personal injury settlements and give you an idea of your chances of receiving compensation for your losses.
Some of the civil wrongdoings that can result in personal injury, such as assault and battery, are also considered criminal acts. In these cases, a separate criminal proceeding may take place to address the criminal charges. A personal injury lawyer can help you file a claim for compensation regardless of whether the defendant in the criminal proceeding is found guilty. If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligence or deliberate malice of others you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to determine your legal rights.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Personal injury laws are affected by a variety of complex federal and state laws. These laws are designed to protect the individual from the negligence or deliberate harm of others and to provide recourse in the event of injury. Because these laws vary from state to state, they can be very difficult to interpret, particularly during a traumatic situation. A personal injury attorney can help you determine your legal rights, give you examples of personal injury settlements and give you an idea of your chances of receiving compensation for your losses.
Some of the civil wrongdoings that can result in personal injury, such as assault and battery, are also considered criminal acts. In these cases, a separate criminal proceeding may take place to address the criminal charges. A personal injury lawyer can help you file a claim for compensation regardless of whether the defendant in the criminal proceeding is found guilty. If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligence or deliberate malice of others you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to determine your legal rights.
For more info visit www.BurtBurnett.com or give us a call at 800.501.2091
Personal Injury Case
Personal Injury and Civil Litigation Attorneys Burt Burnett founded The Burnett Law Firm in Abilene, Texas. In the years since, we have grown to include offices in Dallas, and Eagle Pass, Texas. We’ve represent more than 6000 clients, and currently represent over 450 individuals each year. Despite our many offices and large client base, we are small enough to provide the personal attention you need after a serious accident or the death of a loved one. We are aggressive and committed attorneys, providing you the best legal support in difficult times.
If you have been injured in an accident caused by negligence or misconduct, contact us to learn if you have a case. We provide a free case evaluation service and initial consultation. If your injuries prevent you from visiting one of our offices, we will travel anywhere in Texas to discuss your situation. Our civil litigation law firm focuses on personal injury.
Our cases include matters such as:
• Car Crashes
• Truck (Big Rig, 18 Wheeler) Accidents
• DWI Accidents
• Construction Site Accidents
• Wrongful Death Cases
We also represent the families of those killed because of negligence or misconduct. Whatever the issues, our civil litigation lawyers prepare cases as if they will proceed to trial. To find out whether you have a case, contact one of our three Texas offices. It takes just one call.
Do you have a case? Visit this link to get more informaton.
http://burtburnett.com/personal-injury.html
If you have been injured in an accident caused by negligence or misconduct, contact us to learn if you have a case. We provide a free case evaluation service and initial consultation. If your injuries prevent you from visiting one of our offices, we will travel anywhere in Texas to discuss your situation. Our civil litigation law firm focuses on personal injury.
Our cases include matters such as:
• Car Crashes
• Truck (Big Rig, 18 Wheeler) Accidents
• DWI Accidents
• Construction Site Accidents
• Wrongful Death Cases
We also represent the families of those killed because of negligence or misconduct. Whatever the issues, our civil litigation lawyers prepare cases as if they will proceed to trial. To find out whether you have a case, contact one of our three Texas offices. It takes just one call.
Do you have a case? Visit this link to get more informaton.
http://burtburnett.com/personal-injury.html
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