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Working at an oilfield is a dangerous job. There’s no question about it. While you accept a certain level of risk as part of this employment, that doesn’t mean you should be hung out to dry if you suffered a serious physical injury. You may be owed workers’ compensation benefits or additional compensation for…

JUUL Labs, LLC is an American electronic cigarette company facing heavy scrutiny for fueling today’s youth vaping epidemic and compromising public health. JUUL rose to popularity by targeting a young, vulnerable audience through attractive marketing, packaging, product design, and flavorings. The company went so far as to promote its highly concentrated electronic nicotine delivery…

Texas leads the nation in hydraulic fracturing and is a hub for big oil companies. This growing industry has created thousands of local jobs, but there’s no question that these opportunities come with serious health and safety hazards. Unfortunately, oilfield and fracking workers are at risk of injury and death every day. Examples of…

Car accidents kill about 35,000 Americans every year. About 4,000 of those deaths annually are caused by semi-trucks. Although 18-wheelers make up a small percentage of fatal car accidents, the massive size disparity between big rigs and passenger cars means that occupants of cars are at a far higher risk of dying while semi-truck…

If you’re in a car accident with an Uber or Lyft driver, and the ridesharing driver was at fault, your legal options vary. When the driver is picking up or transporting a passenger, Uber and Lyft provide $1 million in liability coverage. When they are logged into the app without a passenger, the ridesharing…

A personal injury case arises when one person is injured because of the negligent, careless or intentional act of another person. It may also involve an injury caused by the negligence of a corporation, business or government agency. The experienced personal injury lawyers at Shaw Cowart LLP in Austin, TX, can determine if you…

Brain injuries can have devastating short-and-long-term effects on your health and cognitive ability.  The specific impacts of an injury may not become apparent until long after it occurred. This infographic breaks down the potential issues that a brain injury can cause. Contact Our Austin Brain Injury Lawyers Today If you or a loved one…

If you’re starting up a business, there are a million things to oversee, and you may not even think about hiring a business lawyer. However, having a business lawyer on hand can make your life easier in a number of ways. From navigating contracts to protecting you from lawsuits, a business lawyer is invaluable…

No matter the size of your business, you’ll need experienced business lawyers at your side to help you navigate the inevitable legal disputes that arise when running a company. Here are some of the many ways a corporate litigator can help your business thrive: Contact Our Austin Business Lawyers Today At Shaw Cowart LLP,…

Texas Courts have recognized in the convoluted world of hospital billing that patients rarely pay or otherwise become obligated to a hospital’s “full” charges. Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, and private insurers are generally subject to discounted rates under law, or through their contracts with hospitals and other providers. As the Texas Supreme Court held in…