Truck accidents are often severe or deadly for the occupants of smaller vehicles. They may also have more than one liable party, further complicating these already complex cases. The steps you take after your truck accident will play a role in your ability to seek compensation. It is essential that you know which steps are needed to […]

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Three types of damages may be awarded in a personal injury claim: Punitive damages are capped in the state of Texas. When awarded, they cannot exceed $750,000. Punitive damages are rarely awarded in personal injury cases. Medical Malpractice In addition to punitive damages, Texas also caps medical malpractice damages. In medical malpractice cases, economic damages can be […]

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Austin is a bicycle-friendly city. From creating dedicated bike lanes to car-free pedestrian paths, the city has made great strides to accommodate the needs of cyclists – and it’s paid off. According to the Austin American Statesman, bicycle-involved accidents have steadily decreased since 2014, dropping from 260 that year to 180 in 2021. But, sadly, a […]

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AAA predicts nearly 48 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home to celebrate with friends and family this Fourth of July holiday period (July 1st – 5th). According to the auto club, close to six million people will travel by bus, train, or air, with the remaining traveling primarily by car. If you […]

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Generally speaking, the statute of limitations for a personal injury in Texas is two years from the date of the accident. This is the same for motor vehicle accidents as it is for boating accidents. It is best to take action long before the statute of limitations expires. Taking action immediately following a boating accident enables a more thorough […]

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Drunk driving accidents increase during the summer. Between May and September, serious and fatal car accidents involving drunk drivers become much more common. Many of these occur during the major summer holidays of Memorial Day, July Fourth, and Labor Day, but an accident caused by a drunk driver can happen at any time. If you or a […]

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Workplace injuries are a common thing. The worst thing is that some employers fail to implement appropriate measures that would help in mitigating workplace accidents and injuries. When involved in an accident or get injured while working, we at Shaw Cowart LLP can help you negotiate your case and file for compensation. With our impeccable record, […]

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Every summer, some parents go through the harrowing experience of taking their kids to the emergency room due to a bicycle accident. The causes of these accidents can be as simple as a child failing to wear a helmet. In other cases, they might have been hit by a car or a motorcycle. Before your […]

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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused both state-mandated shutdowns and independent decisions for businesses to shut their doors this year.  In order to protect against these kinds of unexpected closures, Business Interruption Insurance is purchased by business owners all across the country.  However, insurance companies are trying their hardest to deny coverage of these claims to policyholders. […]

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Principally, our thoughts at this time are with anyone who’s been impacted by the COVID-19 virus, directly or indirectly. Second, we at Shaw Cowart want to assure you that the law firm has put into action a business contingency plan to ensure there is no disruption in legal services. Our firm is continuing to pursue […]

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