A traumatic brain injury can occur following a violent jolt or blow to the head or another part of the body. Although a mild TBI will only affect the brain’s cells temporarily, a serious TBI can result in bleeding, torn tissues, bruising and other long-term...
The disks of the spine consist of flexible tissues to provide cushioning to the vertebrae. According to Spine Universe, one of the most common spine injuries from car accidents is a herniated disk. Trauma from the accident causes the disk to tear open, allowing the...
Drafting a business contract is a task you know not to take lightly. You may want to engage in a partnership or venture with another company and want to protect your arrangement with an airtight agreement. Still, you must consider what might happen if the other...
If you work as a seaman or you know someone in that occupation, you probably know about The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, commonly referred to as the Jones Act. This federal law establishes rights for seamen injured during the course of employment to hold their...
New drivers take to Texas' roads every day. Those already traveling on them often understand the need for them to gain experience behind the wheel, as only that experience will ultimately make them safe and responsible motorists. The trouble is that the journey to...
Whether your home or business has suffered property damage or you have experienced a severe personal injury, your insurance policy should be there to help you put the pieces of your life and livelihood back together. Unfortunately, as a for-profit business, an...
The Texas Business Organizations Code permits companies to engage in a divisive merger. As reported by CNBC, a business may choose to attempt a divisive merger as a prelude to filing for bankruptcy protection and limiting its responsibility to pay liabilities. The...
Skull fractures do not only affect the bone but often have an impact on the brain, too. Unfortunately, as a lot of force is necessary to crack the bone in the first place, victims of skull fractures often deal with traumatic damage to the brain as well. In what ways...
Working on a cruise ship can be labor-intensive, especially for utility galley workers. These are the employees that perform tasks as part of a cruise ship’s food service, including the handling and clean up of food, utensils and food equipment. Sometimes this kind of...
Business owners owe a duty of care to keep their premises clear of dangerous conditions. Visitors should remain confident they may patronize a business safely. The duty also extends to employees who hold a responsibility to identify and correct hazards. The...