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5 Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Of all the accidents that occur on Texas roadways, accidents involving commercial trucks are often the most tragic. In fact, in 2018 over five-thousand large trucks were involved in fatal crashes. What causes these accidents? There are a few that many of these accidents have in common. 5 Common Causes of Commercial Truck Accidents Fatigue – Truck drivers often have...
Wrongful Death Lawsuits in Texas
When a wrongful death occurs, the family of the deceased is usually entitled to financial compensation. However, it is essential to remember that the process of filing a wrongful death lawsuit is different in almost every state. Wrongful Deaths in Texas Most states have their own laws that define what a wrongful death is, and Texas is no different. Texas...
Slip and Fall Lawsuits: What You Need to Know
One of the most common personal injury lawsuits is a “slip and fall” lawsuit. While these cases are relatively common, they are not quite as simple as they can seem. So, Reynolds & Reynolds Law Firm has prepared this short, informative guide on slip and fall lawsuits! What is a Slip and Fall in Texas? Slip and falls accidents fall...
CVS & Walmart Opioid Lawsuit
According to the CDC, from 1999-2018, nearly 450,000 people have died from opioid overdoses. While illicit opioids such as heroin have indeed been behind many overdoses, a large chunk of them stem from prescribed opioids. West Virginia is an example of a state whose opioid crisis is spiraling out of control. In August, West Virginia’s attorney general Patrick Morrisey filed...
What Do I Need for a Medical Malpractice case?
Medical malpractice occurs when a doctor fails to perform their medical duties, leading to the injuries of a patient. Malpractice might sound relatively cut and dry; however, medical malpractice cases are notoriously difficult to win in court. One reason is that nearly every state has different laws governing how medical malpractice cases play out. Luckily the Reynolds & Reynolds Law...
Dog Bite Law in Texas
For many families in Texas, their dog is a valued family member. Most of us do not know what we would ever do without the love, comfort, and happiness that our four-legged friends bring to our households. However, it is essential to remember that dogs are still instinctual animals. So, it is not uncommon for a dog to bite someone...
Johnson & Johnson Talcum Powder Cancer Lawsuit
An estimated 2,200 cases of ovarian cancer every year are caused by the frequent use of talc powders. The Missouri Court of Appeals upheld a ruling that Johnson & Johnson’s talcum powder-based products caused ovarian cancer. Johnson & Johnson will be paying out $2.1 billion in damages. What is Talcum Powder? Talcum powder’s main ingredient is talc, which is mined...
Distracted Driving – What Does Texas Law Say?
Did you know that at least one driver dies on Texas roads every single day? According to the Texas Department of Transportation, 18% of car crashes reported in Texas in 2018 were affected by distracted driving. Distracted driving is the number one cause of teen auto-accident deaths in America. Distracted driving is often associated with texting, but includes anything that...
Zantac Cancer Recall
After the discovery that Zantac and its generics contain extremely high levels of the carcinogenic NDMA, the Food & Drug Administration has encouraged all sellers to pull the heartburn medication off of the market. Reynolds & Reynolds would like to share our sincere appreciation to the FDA for their decision to withdraw all forms of OTC and prescription forms of...
Statement on Roundup Cancer Lawsuits
Since its creation by the Monsanto Company in 1974, Roundup has become the most widely used herbicide in the world. There are many products under the Roundup umbrella, and in 2015 these made up nearly $1.9 billion of Monsanto’s $4.7 billion in sales. However, this product of worldwide-fame has been found to contain a chemical that is linked to non-Hodgkin...
