Although guardrails are an essential safety feature of Texas highways, they can also pose a significant hazard to vehicles that collide with them. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were 103,000 accidents involving guardrails in one recent year. A total of 947 of these crashes were fatal, and 29,000 caused injury. That…
When someone close to you says they’ve been sexually assaulted, it’s normal to feel a range of emotions. You want to help, but where do you start, and how do you avoid making an already traumatizing situation worse? What can you do when you don’t know how to help a rape victim? The most important…
With the help of Fibich, Leebron, Copeland & Briggs, a developer is seeking the money that he and 350 investors lost in bankruptcy filings related to the development of a luxury resort. Richard Holland was the managing member of a group of investors that pooled $20 million into revamping Bishop’s Lodge, a luxury resort in…
If you’ve been in a car accident in Texas, securing a copy of your police crash report is essential for building a strong legal case. This document provides an official account of the accident, helping resolve disputes and supporting insurance or legal claims. Texas offers an online system to quickly access these reports. An experienced…
The Dangers of Defective Guardrails in Houston Guardrails are designed to protect motorists by absorbing impact and preventing vehicles from veering off the road. However, defective guardrails have been linked to severe injuries and fatalities across Texas. At Fibich, Leebron, Copeland, & Briggs, we represent victims who have suffered injuries after hitting a guardrail in…
What to Do If Your Insurance Claim Was Denied by State Farm Most people assume that an insurance company will automatically pay you for your accident-related injuries. The truth is that State Farm, and other insurers, routinely deny valid claims in an effort to avoid paying damages. Accident victims are strongly encouraged to contact an…
At Least One Injured at INEOS Chemical Site According to multiple sources, a massive explosion at the INEOS chemical site located in Pasadena, Texas has injured at least one person. According to reports the injured person was a third-party truck driver delivering chemicals to the site. The incident is being referred to as a BLEVE…
Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Cosmetics Giant for Toxic Hair Relaxer A woman has filed a federal lawsuit against L’Oreal USA after its product reportedly gave the 28-year-old uterine cancer. It is believed to be one of the first legal claims against a major cosmetic company for injuries caused by a chemical hair straightener. At Fibich,…
Notable TABC and Dram Shop Law Violations by the Restaurant Dram shop laws impart liability on a licensed alcohol provider who knowingly provides, sells, or serves an obviously intoxicated person or a minor, and that person’s intoxication causes harm. Buffalo Wild Wings has been at the center of a number of dram shop-related violations including…
Understanding Dram Shop Laws in the State of Texas If you are injured due to an intoxicated person being overserved at an establishment that sells alcohol, you might be able to pursue liability against the bar or restaurant. Known as dram shop cases, proving legal responsibility in these situations can be challenging without the help…
