Personal Injury

Unlike compensatory damages, which aim to indemnify a plaintiff for their losses, punitive damages are meant to penalize the wrongdoer and help prevent future misconduct. Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, according to the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §40.001(5), are additional monetary awards granted by the court in personal injury cases as a form of punishment for the defendant’s willful or reckless behavior. When and how are

Bouncers working at bars and clubs in the Austin area often have very difficult jobs. They have to scrutinize the identification presented by younger patrons to check for fake Ids. They need to spot known troublemakers at the door and keep them from entering. They have to intervene if two attendees at a concert get into a physical altercation. When the staff inside refuses to serve someone who is visibly

You suffered injuries in a car accident, and it has left you hurting physically, emotionally and financially. You believe the other driver was at fault and should be accountable for your losses. As such, you’ve filed a claim with his or her insurance provider. Unfortunately, you are getting the run-around instead of fair compensation. The sad reality of the situation is, your experience is in line with what is common in personal injury

A bar or nightclub employee, as well as the property owner, could be held liable for any personal injuries suffered by their patrons, such as injuries caused by a bouncer or security personnel. On many occasions, security personnel may become aggressive and inflict serious harm on patrons. Bouncers and security guards are duty-bound to conduct their business in a non-negligent manner. In other words, they are vulnerable to face a