Earlier this month, the Texas Supreme Court once again cast its arms around Big Business and shoved Texans out the door. Not so long ago, if you were the victim of an accident wherein medical bills were incurred you could present the total amount of … [Read more...]
THE US SUPREME COURT IS “MENSING” WITH YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
The US Supreme Court correctly held in its 2010 decision in Wyeth v Levine that state tort laws do not conflict with federal law and can be used to hold the pharmaceutical manufacturers accountable for the serious injuries and damages caused by their … [Read more...]
The Trial
Although most accident cases settle before trial, there are a few that actually get to a jury. Knowing this, every case in pre-litigation is handled with litigation in mind so as to have a file prepared to go to litigation if the need arises. So, we … [Read more...]
The Do’s and Don’t’s of an Accident
If you are ever involved in an accident, there are certain things you should absolutely do, and some things you should absolutely not do. These things are extremely important, not just for your well-being, but also to help you should a claim need to … [Read more...]
The New Battlefront
At Bailey and Galyen, we are keenly aware of how the legal landscape changes. Through the years, we have always stayed one step ahead of those changes, and we have adapted to meet the challenges as they arise to better serve our clients. Recently, … [Read more...]
The Bite is Worse than the Bark
One of the most terrifying events a person can endure is a dog attack. The most common theme with these dog attacks is that the dogs are large and vicious. The majority of the dogs involved in attacks are pit bulls. Injuries from dog bites can … [Read more...]
HBO Hot Coffee Documentary Premiere – June 27, 8pm
HOT COFFEE examines the dangers of so-called tort reform and its threat to our civil justice system. Using the now-infamous legal battle over a spilled cup of McDonald's coffee as a springboard, the film follows four people whose lives have been … [Read more...]
Drug Companies Say The Doctor Knew and Did Not Tell You
Product liability cases are filed against drug companies to recover compensation for serious injuries and damages from dangerous prescription drugs. These lawsuits are based on the inadequacy of the written warnings (also referred to as the label or … [Read more...]
Radiation: Huge Doses in Japan, Small Doses Right at Home
The devastating earthquake and resulting tsunami seriously damaged some of the Japanese nuclear power plants. Massive amounts of radiation leaked from the damaged reactors and will likely have affected thousands of people. However, the number of … [Read more...]
Paying My Bills While Auto Accident Lawsuit is Pending?
If you have been injured in a car, truck or motorcycle accident, you may have a lot of medical bills. Even if you have a personal injury lawsuit to recover the cost of your medical care, that money is not in your hands yet. You may be unable to work … [Read more...]
When an accident happens, take these steps first
When an accident happens, we rarely think clearly, especially if we are injured. Our adrenaline is pumping, we are in a state of shock and much of what we do is automatic. But what you do in those first moments after an accident can make a huge … [Read more...]
IS IT A CONCIERGE MEDICAL PRACTICE OR ELITISM AT ITS WORST?
The newest rage in medical care is the concierge medical practice. Who would not want to have a concierge? A concierge is there when you need something, takes care of matters for you, makes you feel pampered and special, and provides an excellent, … [Read more...]