Texas holds the top spot in the U.S. for the frequency of natural disasters. After a natural disaster destroys your home, you might find yourself dealing with your insurance company to receive compensation for the damages. It is important to understand that you don’t...
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Will insurance cover damages from power outages?
When you live and work on Texas’ Gulf Coast, you understand the word “extreme.” Extreme weather, such as heat, storms and flooding, is typical for people in Galveston and its surrounding area. Any of these events can cause a power failure, which can damage electronics...
How a contract deadline issue can cause financial harm
In many cases where two businesses have a contract dispute, the issue is that a deadline was missed. After all, including the date on the contract is one of the most fundamental parts of drafting it. This date can specify when the contract is supposed to be fulfilled....
Why seafood processing is one of the most dangerous maritime jobs
When most people think of maritime jobs, they picture people operating, navigating or even loading a ship. Many maritime jobs – and sometimes among the most dangerous – have nothing to do with any of those things. One of those is seafood processing. Seafood processors...
The different types of contract breaches
Business-to-business relations are typically founded upon contracts. A contract protects the rights of both parties and ensures that obligations are followed through. Generally, most parties honor their contractual obligations, but this isn’t always the case. A...
Teen accidents will increase in the summer
This summer, it’s likely that there will be an increase in fatal teen accidents. But it doesn’t have anything to do with 2024 specifically. Every summer, the federal Department of Transportation identifies the “100 deadliest days of summer” as the stretch from...
What to do after an insurance denial for flood damage
Experiencing flood damage in your home is a distressing event, and dealing with insurance claims can add an additional layer of stress. In Texas, where floods can happen frequently depending on the area, homeowners often rely on their insurance to help cover the costs...
4 ways to strengthen the medical side of a car accident claim
In the aftermath of a car accident, an injury victim’s focus is naturally on healing. What many people don't realize is that the path to fair compensation hinges on documenting one’s medical journey in the aftermath of a wreck. Solid medical evidence is your best...
Words that strike terror in a sailor’s heart
“MAN OVERBOARD!” It’s the call you never want to hear. The moment the alarm goes out, all hands on deck spring to action. Response speed is critical when attempting to save someone who has gone overboard. Falling overboard can happen when a ship is either docked or...
What photographic evidence could help if you have a crash?
Car crashes happen all the time, and there is a good chance you will be caught up in one at some point. These accidents can prove costly, so it’s important you have sufficient evidence to back up your claim if you believe the other driver was responsible and their...