Delayed Injury

Wrong-Way Driver Kills 1, Charged With Intoxication Manslaughter

Published on: May 30, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Carabin Shaw attorneys know what to do for your child injury case.

Man Killed and Children Injured in Wrong-Way Crash

A 22-year-old man is dead after being hit head-on by a wrong-way driver at around 1 a.m. on May 30, 2023, according to a San Antonio Express-News report. The 39-year-old wrong-way driver was arrested and charged with intoxicated manslaughter, as well as two counts of driving while intoxicated with a child under 15, and two counts of injury to a child causing bodily injury-reckless, as he had two children in the pickup with him at the time. All of them were transported to the hospital with minor injuries after the crash, and the 22-year-old died of his injuries at the hospital.

Brawl Injures 3 and Kills 1 At Privat Club in San Antonio

Published on: May 18, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Fighting in public is a crime in Texas and can be punished by jail time.

Man Opens Fire in 20-Person Brawl at Privat Club

San Antonio Express-News reported a massive fight broke out between twenty individuals at a bar near UTSA just before 1:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, 2023. The police were called due to a fight that broke out between two groups of ten people, who were pushed outside by security and bouncers. The fight escalated, and before police were able to arrive at the scene, one man pulled a gun and fired into the crowd. One man was hit in the chest and died in the hospital, and three others were injured. The gunman and one injured man fled the scene, and no arrests have been made at this time.

San Antonio Zoo Sued After A Family Was Injured by a Fallen Tree Branch

Published on: May 3, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Children under 14 are the most vulnerable age group for TBIs

San Antonio Zoo Sued for Over 1 million

A San Antonio family has filed a negligence claim against the San Antonio Zoological Society after a tree limb fell on them, causing their young daughter a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and leaving her in a coma for several days, according to a San Antonio Express-News report. According to premises liability law, businesses are required to ensure that their grounds are free of hazards for invitees and licensees. The claim filed by Librado and Crystal Rodriguez claims that the San Antonio Zoological Society was negligent in this duty and is, therefore, responsible for damages related to the accident.

San Antonio Zoo Accident Injures Seven Guests

Published on: April 18, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

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In a freak accident, a tree fell on San Antonio Zoo guests on March 15, 2023, injuring seven guests. San Antonio Express-News reported that visitors were sitting on a bench underneath a large tree when they suddenly heard cracking noises from above. Before they had time to react, a large tree limb broke off and fell on top of them. This accident injured five children and two adults, with one of the children in critical condition. A personal injury like this on a business’ property may leave readers wondering if such an injury could lead to a premises liability lawsuit. Let’s take a look at what constitutes a premises liability case in Texas and compare it to what we know about this accident to answer this question.

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The Clinical Pediatrics released a study finding that 70% of the 4,423 children injured at amusement parks each year occur in the summer months between late May to early August.

Four-Year-Old Girl Dies in Trailer Fire

Published on: February 15, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

The most common place for a burn injury at home

(February 15, 2023) A four-year-old girl was found dead after being trapped in a trailer that erupted into flames on Sunday, February 12, 2023, on the southwest side of Bexar County. The flames also severely burned two residents of the trailer home, as well as a firefighter and sheriff’s deputy, and two other deputies needed to be treated for smoke inhalation after rescue attempts. This tragedy is currently under investigation by the sheriff’s and fire marshal’s offices, and the identity of the young girl has not been released at this time.

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Andre McDonald Convicted of Manslaughter

Published on: February 6, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

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(February 6, 2023) Andre McDonald was found guilty of manslaughter by a San Antonio jury on Friday, February 3, for killing his wife back in 2019. It was not an easy conviction – the jury was deadlocked for quite some time over whether or not he should be convicted of murder or manslaughter. How does Texas law define murder v. manslaughter, and what are the legal implications of a manslaughter charge?

Murder v. Manslaughter in Texas

Murder and manslaughter both result in the death of an individual, and both also usually result in a prison sentence for the perpetrator. However, there are significant legal differences between a manslaughter charge and a murder charge in a Texas court.

Major NFL Sporting Injury Halts Monday Night Football

Published on: January 3, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

3.5 Million American children are injured in sports every year

(January 3, 2023) Monday night football came to a dramatic halt this week when one player suffered a significant injury during the game. Sports are beneficial in many ways as they provide exercise, fun, teamwork-building skills, and entertainment for millions of Americans every year. However, major NFL players are not the only people to experience significant injuries in sports. It can happen to you or your loved ones at any time and in any sport. So, what do you do if you’ve been injured in a major sports action? What kind of sports injury warrants legal compensation for the victim and their family? Let’s take a look at some major sports injuries and their legal recourse. However, it’s important to keep in mind that every case is unique – always talk to an experienced legal professional about your specific injuries if you wish to seek legal recourse after a major sports accident.

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H-E-B Pulls 94,000 Pounds of Beef off the Shelves

Published on: November 27, 2022 | by Carabin Shaw

Another major product recall for 2022

(November 27, 2022) Texas staple grocery chain H-E-B pulls thousands of pounds of ground beef products off of their shelves for potential contaminants in the latest 2022 food product recall. San Antonio Express-News reported that 94,000 pounds of ground beef were pulled from H-E-B shelves, and full refunds were offered for Hill Country Fare and H-E-B brand beef products. With estimates of food prices up an estimated 10.5%, having contaminated products on the shelves isn’t helping the holiday cheer. But what happens if you were injured or made extremely ill by a recalled food product? Let’s take a look at the legal implications of dangerous or defective products in American stores.

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Tips on Staying Safe This Holiday Season

Published on: November 27, 2022 | by Carabin Shaw

Enjoy safe drinking this holiday season

(November 27, 2022) The holiday season is upon us, and though it has been a historically dry year, rain is often seen in our holiday forecasts. But with the holidays comes stressed-out drivers and a spike in intoxicated drivers on the road, and the rain combined with these factors makes driving during this holiday season a risky business. However, driving cannot be entirely avoided. It’s been a stress-filled year for everyone, and that can make it easy to make a devastating mistake on the road. Let’s take a look at some of the most common traffic incidents happening on San Antonio roads and how to avoid them, so you and your family can enjoy a safe holiday season.

Safe Driving in the Rain

Popular San Antonio Coffee Shop in Danger after Serious Auto Accident

Published on: August 30, 2022 | by Carabin Shaw

Serious injuries can leave you unable to work

(August 30, 2022) The owners of a beloved San Antonio Coffee Shop on the South Side are asking for help after an auto accident left the couple hospitalized and the husband unable to work, according to Kens 5 News. Emilie Herrera posted to Instagram that the couple needed help paying for expenses after the accident since her husband, Tatu Herrera, may not be able to return to work for a month or more. He runs the day-to-day operations of The Folklore Coffee Shop, and his absence could mean trouble for the recently reopened business that had been temporarily closed due to the pandemic lockdowns in 2020. Most people know that they may be able to receive legal compensation for physical injuries and car damages after an accident. However, you may not be aware that in Texas, if your injuries have kept you from returning to your workplace, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages.

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