Blog Posts in December, 2018 Blog Home 3 Interesting Facts About Texas' Wrongful Death Statute Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 27-Dec-2018 If your loved one was killed due to the negligent actions of another person or corporate entity, you may be able to pursue justice and restitution by filing a wrongful death claim. According to Texas Statutes section 71.001, a plaintiff can legally file a wrongful death claim so long as the “wrongful act, neglect, carelessness, unskillfulness, or default” of one entity is responsible ... Share This Post: Continue Reading Traveling Safely This Holiday Season Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 21-Dec-2018 Between rainy weather, fatigued pilots, and reckless drivers, December is one of the most dangerous months for traveling. Many Americans tend to imagine Texas as a vast desert melting under a hot sun 24/7. Texans, however, have an intimate understanding of just how dangerous this state’s winter wonderland can be. To keep your holiday from turning into a tragedy, the Austin personal injury ... Share This Post: Continue Reading Understanding the Long-Term Cost of Paralysis Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 19-Dec-2018 When individuals suffer serious spinal cord injuries, it may result in paralysis. This is a serious and life-altering injury that is often caused by someone else’s negligence. Not everyone knows what this means for the injured individual in the long-run. Unfortunately, some individuals fail to take legal action when someone’s negligence causes a serious spinal cord injury. However, ... Share This Post: Continue Reading The 12 Injuries of Christmas Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 11-Dec-2018 Each Christmas, families gather together to open presents and enjoy a delicious meal. While the Christmas spirit is associated with pleasant and merry connotations, there is, unfortunately, a reason emergency rooms remain a popular Christmas destination. To help you avoid any preventable hospital visits, our Austin personal injury lawyers have created a list of 12 common (and avoidable!) ... Share This Post: Continue Reading Christmas Toys & Product Liability Lawsuits Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 7-Dec-2018 Over the years, families tend to invent and enjoy unique Christmas traditions and customs. For example, some families enjoy holiday movie marathons, playing board games, baking sweets, or decorating the Christmas tree. But one element of this holiday is true for every parent: there is no greater joy than watching your child’s happiness as they open presents on Christmas morning. But what ... Share This Post: Continue Reading What Happens to the Victim of a Spinal Cord Injury? Posted By The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC || 3-Dec-2018 You may have seen very serious instances of individuals suffering serious spinal cord injuries. This can include situations including car accidents, sports injuries, and more. They’re some of the most serious types of injuries and the results are long-lasting. Unfortunately, not everyone knows the serious nature of spinal cord injuries. It’s important to recognize the symptoms and why ... Share This Post: Continue Reading 6 results found. Viewing page 1 of 1.