What is the law regarding a dog biting someone in the dog owner’s back yard?

May 4, 2026

The legal framework governing liability for a dog bite occurring in the dog owner’s backyard depends on several factors, including the owner’s knowledge of the dog’s dangerous propensities, the owner’s actions or omissions, and the status of the injured person on the property. In summary, liability for a dog bite in the owner’s backyard depends…

Are Insurance Companies Overcharging You? New Study Says Yes — By $150 Billion a Year

May 5, 2026

If you’ve ever felt like your insurance company takes more than it gives back, a new analysis confirms what personal injury attorneys have been saying for years: insurers are collecting far more in premiums than they pay out in claims — and you may be footing the bill. A recent study by the Vanderbilt Policy…

The Hidden Insurance Danger of Riding in an Uber or Waymo on Texas

June 23, 2026

Imagine that you decide to take an Uber home one evening. As you are being driven to your destination, the Uber is suddenly struck from behind by a drunk driver who failed to brake. You are seriously injured and taken by ambulance to the hospital. After emergency treatment, diagnostic testing and several days of care,…

Dog Attacks in the Austin Area: Local Incidents and What Victims Should Know

September 14, 2026

Dog attacks happen more often in the Austin area than most residents realize, and the aftermath is rarely limited to the physical bite wound. Below are three local incidents from recent years — each one illustrates a different legal issue that comes up again and again in dog bite claims we handle for Austin-area families….