While passing on workers’ compensation insurance coverage is a great way for Texas employers to save money, many wrongly believe that it is a sign that employers do not care about workers. The reality is that most employers want to create the safest possible work...
Year: 2021
Accused of professional misconduct? You have options
You worked hard to secure a professional license so that you could build a strong career for yourself. Now that you are facing accusations of professional misconduct, you could stand to lose everything that you built. However, these accusations often stem from a...
Are owners always on the hook for dog bites?
Dogs are a popular choice for a family pet. Unfortunately, this does not necessarily mean that everyone knows how to properly interact with animals. Many people overlook signs that a dog is annoyed or scared, and some even go as far as to purposely antagonize these...
5 car insurance scams to watch out for
It is no secret that making money these days is often difficult. The economy has hit many people hard, and making ends meet is more of a challenge now than in recent history. Unfortunately, some choose unethical and illegal methods of making some extra money, and this...
Are you on the hook for nonsubscriber claims?
Running a business is a rewarding but costly venture. Like many other business owners in Texas, you might have chosen to preserve some of your finances by foregoing insurance coverage for workers’ compensation. However, this leaves you vulnerable to work-related...
Do not let manufacturing defect accusations derail your business
It takes a tremendous amount of effort to bring a final product to market. Unfortunately, once a product is in the hands of consumers it is impossible for manufacturers to ensure that it is used correctly. Misuse of treatment of a commercial product can sometimes lead...
Limiting liability for slip and fall accidents
The majority of business owners in Texas truly care for their customers and want to make sure they are as safe as possible. Unfortunately, some of those customers may still suffer injuries while on the premises of a business. Not all slip-and-fall accidents are...
Medical malpractice claims often cite standard of care
Working in health care is rewarding, but it can be both mentally and physically exhausting. To make matters worse, patients in Texas sometimes accuse doctors, nurses and other medical workers of committing medical malpractice when they are dissatisfied with treatment...
Informed consent is more than a signature
As a medical professional, you understand that communicating with your patients is a top priority. In fact, your patients come to you because they want to know. They may be confused or worried, and they trust you for answers. Therefore, it is critical that you develop...