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When are You Entitled to Financial Compensation after an Accident?
People involved in auto accidents often ask whether they are eligible for financial compensation. The starting point is to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney. In this video, Austin attorney Ethan Shaw explains how a person injured in an accident is entitled to compensation if you can prove that another party is responsible….
What Happens If You Are Injured by a Drone in Texas
Given the spike in popularity of privately-operated drones in recent years, the number of collisions, close calls and injury accidents involving drones is on the rise. From the woman injured by a drone during the 2015 Seattle Pride Parade to the bicycle racer in Sacramento who hurtled over his handlebars when a drone lodged…
Our Approach When Representing a Client in a Breach of Contract Claim
Attorney John Cowart discusses how Shaw Cowart LLP approaches a breach of contract claim. Each case is different and it may sound simple, but there are complexities in every case. Questions that should be asked include: Where should a suit be filed? Is the defendant solvent? Will your claim stand on appeal? If you…
Hildalgo County Border Fence-Levee Case Ends with Dismissal of RICO Claim
Following a four-year investigation and in the wake of remarks by a visiting judge that he “wrestled to find enough smoke to suggest that there is a fire some place”, the final claim remaining against Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1’s former manager, Godfrey Garza, Jr., was voluntarily dismissed by the attorneys representing the…
Austin has Four of the 10 Most Dangerous Intersections for Pedestrians in Texas
A recent study looking at crash data from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) found that four of the 10 most dangerous intersection for pedestrians in Texas are located in Austin, including the number one most dangerous. San Marcos made the list too, with the third most dangerous intersection in the state. Both injuries…
Three Things a Company’s Executives Should Know About Shaw Cowart, LLP
Austin, Texas, attorney Ethan Shaw explains why companies retain Shaw Cowart, LLP. Shaw Cowart, LLP is a small firm that performs sophisticated legal work in business litigation matters. The firm is loyal to its clients and pays attention to the details that could make or break your case. Shaw Cowart, LLP is based in…
Truck Drivers Driving While Fatigued
Fatigue is a common problem for truck drivers, and a major contributor to crashes. Hours of Service (HOS) laws were created to reduce driver fatigue, but have not been effective for many reasons. Truck drivers often spend more time on the road than allowed in order to keep their jobs. Those who do not…
When You Discover Your Company Doesn’t Have the Insurance Coverage You Expected
Failing to get the appropriate coverage for a client is a serious error and one of the most common reasons why insurance agents get sued, accounting for about 24 percent of errors and omissions policy claims according to Insureon, a leading specialty insurance broker. Industry statistics reveal insurance agents do make mistakes and the result is…
Enforcing Oral Contracts In Texas
While this may come as a surprise to many, in Texas, most oral agreements are legal and enforceable. Unfortunately, problems arise when an oral contract dispute comes to court. Without a written agreement, the contract can become a case of “he said/she said.” To avoid such disputes, let’s briefly review the requirements for an oral…
How Much is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
Austin attorney Ethan Shaw explains the factors that go into how much your personal injury claim is worth. Here are a few factors that may impact the value of your personal injury claim: The amount of lost wages The amount of past and anticipated future medical bills The emotional distress suffered by the victim…