Wage and hour lawsuits involve questions over the amount of wages an employee has earned, or the number of hours they have been working. In recent years, wage and hour lawsuits have been making up the majority of employment law disputes filed each year. Wage and hour claims are often complex and may involve more…
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It probably comes as no surprise, but the prevalence of motorcycle accident fatalities in Texas varies by age range. As you might expect, individuals in their 20s through their 50s suffer significantly more fatalities on a bike than teenagers or seniors. If you’ve lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident caused by the negligence…
Construction sites are some of the most dangerous work environments. Even when every possible precaution is taken to ensure a safe job site, there are certain hazards that can cause an injury at any time. Falls from scaffolds, defective machinery, explosions and collapsing buildings are just a few of the ways in which you can…
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Recently, the Texas Supreme Court handed down two decisions regarding the economic loss rule. The decisions, on their face, look to be completely inconsistent with each other. One states that a subcontractor can be sued for negligence in a breach of a contract action, and the other states the subcontractor cannot. However, while the results…
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The actions you take when starting a business can potentially set you up for success or increase the likelihood that you will face legal challenges in the future. Do you know what to do? The following infographic highlights five important areas you must address when starting your business. The attorneys at Shaw Cowart LLP have…
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A traumatic brain injury can have a devastating impact on your life, affecting all aspects of your ability to function. For this reason, it’s crucial that you identify the injury as soon as possible. Prompt treatment can often help minimize the severity of the brain injury and increase your chances of a full recovery. One…
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If you’ve been injured due to the negligent actions of another, you may be entitled to recover compensation in a personal injury lawsuit. Take our quiz below to find out whether you may need the assistance of one or our attorneys. At Shaw Cowart LLP, we have decades of experience fighting for the rights of…
Both tenants and landlords are constrained by leases. A landlord generally cannot raise the rent or force a tenant to move out before the lease ends unless the tenant materially breached the lease in some way (for example, they fail to pay rent). Tenants, unless extraordinary circumstances exist, are generally legally bound to pay rent…
If you’ve been injured due to the negligent actions of another, you may be entitled to recover compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. The types of damages you can recover vary based on the specifics of your case. During your complimentary consultation with our attorneys, we will discuss the different damages that you may be…
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Seatbelts are one of the most important safety features included on cars. There are numerous studies which have documented the extent to which wearing your seatbelt will reduce your risk of serious injury during a car accident. We’ve created the following infographic to highlight some of this data. If you’ve been injured in a car…
