Many toxic substances can cause diseases that take decades to manifest. Asbestos-related cancer, for example, might not appear for 20 to 60 years after exposure. Although Texas law typically allows a two-year window to file a claim after discovering an injury, health...
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Toxic tort claims and the elements you must prove
The negligence or carelessness of another could suddenly and detrimentally impact you. This unexpected harm could significantly alter your physical, mental and financial health due to the considerable damages suffered. In any tort matter, this involves a civil...
Can I do anything about the factory that is making me sick?
If you reside in Southeast Texas and suspect that a nearby factory is affecting your health, pursuing legal action through a toxic tort claim could be an option. A toxic tort claim involves injuries resulting from exposure to hazardous substances, such as...
What toxic substances are “forever chemicals”?
Many residents of Texas and elsewhere are concerned about hazardous substances that are in our drinking water, the air we breathe, and the food we consume. The problem is, watchdog agencies must always play catch-up in enforcing regulations as chemical plants, waste...
Forever chemicals may be poisoning millions of Americans
There are a lot more dangerous materials in the world than many people realize. Toxic substances can easily invade our food, water, and air, too, and the results can be tragic for unsuspecting individuals. These chemicals can leave victims with serious medical...
Toxic tort litigation: what is it?
One of the main issues with pursuing a toxic tort claim is that Texas residents are likely to be exposed to substances over long periods of time and in some instances, a long time ago, making it difficult to prove that the substance negatively affected the victim....
What do you need to know about opening statements in a trial?
With the prevalence of "court shows" on television, many of our readers in Texas are familiar with the overall process of a civil jury trial. Trials start with jury selection, and then move through the steps of openings statements, the presentation of evidence,...
“Discovery” is a crucial part of the litigation process
A common question that many people have about the litigation process is "why do lawsuits take so long to get resolved?" After all, most people probably think that if you have enough information to justify filing a lawsuit, then the facts should be quite clear. That...
Medical negligence claimed in personal injury lawsuit in Texas
There are, unfortunately, seemingly endless ways in which Texas residents can suffer injuries, many of which require medical treatment. When injuries happen to children, there is oftentimes a heightened sense of urgency to get treatment. According to a recent report,...
What are the basics of a civil trial in plaintiff litigation?
Each year in America hundreds of thousands of lawsuits are filed. The facts and laws involved in these cases can vary greatly, but the basic structure of a civil trial - if the case gets that far - is generally the same throughout the country. So, what are the basics...