The Hodge Law Firm Legal Blog
Why are teens at a higher risk of motor vehicle accidents?
In the United States, motor vehicle crashes are one of the major risks that teenagers face. In 2017, approximately 300,000 teenagers went to the emergency room due to injuries that they suffered during a crash. Teenagers account for eight percent of the total costs of...
What is “termination for convenience?”
When your business enters into a contract with another company in Galveston, you no doubt feel a certain sense of security from the knowledge that your partner cannot simply walk away from your agreement unless you give them cause to do so. Yet is that truly the case?...
How to know if you have a bad faith insurance case in Texas
All Texas residents who purchase insurance expect the coverage to be honored when they need to file a claim, but the truth about insurance companies is that they are always focused on reducing claim values as much as possible when processing the submission. Insurance...
FAQ on property damage insurance claims for Texas natural disasters
In Texas, homeowners can face any number of natural disasters. Your property may suffer damage and hence you may need to file property damage insurance claims. To help with your insurance claim, here are some common property damage questions, answered by the Texas...
Three-car crash in Nacogdoches sends woman to hospital
Some people in Galveston may think that attempts to assign blame following a car accident do nothing to help accident victims (after all, they cannot reverse the results of a collision). They might believe it better to allow all involved to simply move on with their...
What are some weather-related road hazards to look out for?
On the road, there are countless risk factors that lead to car crashes. Drunk drivers, high speeds and chaotic traffic lead to many wrecks. However, there are other concerns when it comes to motor vehicle collisions, such as inclement weather. Bad weather can affect...
How common are overboard falls on cruise ships?
For many people, going on a cruise is a major vacation excursion. The idea of sailing on the open ocean and seeing far away places is something that they look forward to doing. Being on a huge boat is also a unique experience. A cruise ship is like a floating...
Why should you exercise following paralysis?
Damage to your brain and/or spinal cord due to an accident can cause paralysis, i.e., an inability to move certain parts of your body. Paralysis is often complete and permanent, especially when it occurs due to spinal cord damage. If the condition is irreversible,...
How to tell if an insurance company is acting in bad faith
Insurance companies in Texas and throughout the country are required to act in good faith when settling a claim. This is because they have more knowledge than the average policyholder as well as greater financial resources than the average policyholder. Let's take a...
What should due diligence look for in business purchases?
You may have discovered a company that you want to buy. The company owner has agreed to sell the operation to you. As part of a business purchase, merger or acquisition, a buyer usually conducts due diligence on the company before making the purchase final. This is to...