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220 Texas Personal Injury Legal Questions & Answers

Tex. Transp. Code §§ 550.021–550.026; Tex. Ins. Code § 1952.151What to Do After a Car Accident in Texas

What to Do After a Car Accident in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §§…

Tex. Transp. Code §§ 550.062, 550.065 (TxDOT CRIS Portal)How to Get a TxDOT CR-3 Crash Report

How to Get a TxDOT CR-3 Crash Report: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §§ 550.062…

Tex. Transp. Code § 550.026 (Immediate Report of Collision)Do You Have to Call Police After a Minor Crash?

Do You Have to Call Police After a Minor Crash?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code…

Tex. Transp. Code § 550.022(b) & § 545.301Moving Your Car After a Texas Freeway Crash

Moving Your Car After a Texas Freeway Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Tex. Transp. Code § 550.062; Tex. R. Evid. 803(8)(B)How to Correct a Wrong Texas Police Report

How to Correct a Wrong Texas Police Report: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Former Tex. Transp. Code § 550.061 (Repealed Effective Sept. 1, 2017)Did Texas Eliminate the 'Blue Form' (CR-2)?

Did Texas Eliminate the 'Blue Form' (CR-2)?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Former Tex. Transp.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001; Tex. R. Evid. 801(e)(2) (Admission by Party-Opponent)Giving a Recorded Statement to the Other Insurer

Giving a Recorded Statement to the Other Insurer: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. R. Evid. 509(e)(4) (Physician-Patient Privilege Exception Limited to Relevant Conditions)Signing an Insurer's Blank HIPAA Release

Signing an Insurer's Blank HIPAA Release: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid. 509(e)(4)…

Tex. Prop. Code § 55.002(a) (72-Hour Hospital Rule); CPRC § 41.0105How Soon to See a Doctor After a Texas Crash

How Soon to See a Doctor After a Texas Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Prop. Code §…

Tex. Transp. Code §§ 550.021 (Felony Hit & Run With Injury), 550.022; Tex. Ins. Code § 1952.104When the At-Fault Driver Leaves the Scene

When the At-Fault Driver Leaves the Scene: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §§…

Tex. R. Evid. 401, 901(a), 901(b)(1) & (9); Tex. Transp. Code § 547.613Using Dashcam Video in a Texas Crash Claim

Using Dashcam Video in a Texas Crash Claim: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid. 401…

Tex. Gov't Code Ch. 552 (Texas Public Information Act); Tex. Occ. Code § 1701.661 (Bodycam Requests)How to Get 911 Audio & Police Bodycam Video

How to Get 911 Audio & Police Bodycam Video: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Gov't Code Ch.…

49 C.F.R. Part 563 (Event Data Recorders); Tex. Transp. Code § 547.615 (EDR Ownership)Car 'Black Box' (EDR) Data in Texas Crashes

Car 'Black Box' (EDR) Data in Texas Crashes: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. Part 563…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.051 & § 601.191 (TexasSure Electronic Verification); Ins. Code § 1952.101Fake or Lapsed Insurance at a Texas Crash

Fake or Lapsed Insurance at a Texas Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Tex. R. Evid. 410 & 803(22); Tex. Code Crim. Proc. Art. 27.14 (Nolo Contendere / No Contest Plea)How a Traffic Ticket Affects a Texas Injury Claim

How a Traffic Ticket Affects a Texas Injury Claim: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 192.3 & 196 (Electronic Discovery); Brookshire Bros. v. AldridgeSocial Media Posts in Texas Injury Lawsuits

Social Media Posts in Texas Injury Lawsuits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P. 192.3…

TxDOT Form CR-3 Instructions (MMUCC KABCO Standard); Transp. Code § 550.062KABCO Injury Codes on a Texas CR-3 Report

KABCO Injury Codes on a Texas CR-3 Report: Texas statutory and appellate reference under TxDOT Form CR-3…

TxDOT CR-3 Vehicle Damage Rating Scale (TAD / 1-to-7 Severity)Vehicle Damage Ratings on a Texas CR-3

Vehicle Damage Ratings on a Texas CR-3: Texas statutory and appellate reference under TxDOT CR-3 Vehicle Damage…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 17.062 (Nonresident Motorist Chairman of TTC Service); 49 U.S.C. § 30106 (Graves Amendment)Hit by an Out-of-State or Rental Car Driver

Hit by an Out-of-State or Rental Car Driver: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 33; Tex. Ins. Code §§ 1952.106, 1952.151 (Coverage Stacking)Injured Passenger Rights in a Texas Crash

Injured Passenger Rights in a Texas Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(a)–(b) & § 16.072Texas 2-Year Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

Texas 2-Year Personal Injury Statute of Limitations: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003; Equitable Estoppel Narrow StandardDoes an Insurance Claim Pause the 2-Year Deadline?

Does an Insurance Claim Pause the 2-Year Deadline?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.001(a)(1), 16.003; Fam. Code § 151.001Statute of Limitations for a Minor Child in Texas

Statute of Limitations for a Minor Child in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.101(a)–(c); Loc. Gov't Code § 89.0041Texas Tort Claims Act 45/90-Day & 6-Month Notice

Texas Tort Claims Act 45/90-Day & 6-Month Notice: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003; Tex. R. Civ. P. 99, 106Due Diligence in Serving a Lawsuit After 2 Years

Due Diligence in Serving a Lawsuit After 2 Years: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.003, 16.0031, 74.251How the 'Discovery Rule' Works in Texas

How the 'Discovery Rule' Works in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.004 (4-Year Contract/Declaratory Judgment SOL); Ch. 37 (UDJA)Statute of Limitations for UM/UIM Claims in Texas

Statute of Limitations for UM/UIM Claims in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.051(c) (75-Day Tolling), 74.251(a)–(b)Texas Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations

Texas Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.012(b)–(d-1)Texas 15-Year Product Liability Statute of Repose

Texas 15-Year Product Liability Statute of Repose: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.008 (Architects/Engineers), 16.009 (Contractors Constructing Improvements)Construction & Engineering Statute of Repose

Construction & Engineering Statute of Repose: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 409.001 (30-Day Employer Notice), 409.003 (1-Year DWC Form-041 Filing)Texas Workers' Comp 30-Day & 1-Year Deadlines

Texas Workers' Comp 30-Day & 1-Year Deadlines: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.062 (12-Month Death Tolling), 71.021; Tex. R. Civ. P. 152Suing When the At-Fault Driver Died in the Crash

Suing When the At-Fault Driver Died in the Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.063 (Temporary Absence From State)Tolling When a Defendant Leaves Texas (§ 16.063)

Tolling When a Defendant Leaves Texas (§ 16.063): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

46 U.S.C. § 30106 (Uniform Statute of Limitations for Maritime Torts); 46 U.S.C. § 301043-Year Maritime & Jones Act Statute of Limitations

3-Year Maritime & Jones Act Statute of Limitations: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 46 U.S.C. §…

28 U.S.C. §§ 2401(b), 2675(a) (Federal Tort Claims Act — Standard Form 95)Hit by a USPS Mail Truck or Federal Vehicle (FTCA)

Hit by a USPS Mail Truck or Federal Vehicle (FTCA): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 28 U.S.C. §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.072; Tex. R. Civ. P. 4When the 2-Year Deadline Falls on a Weekend (§ 16.072)

When the 2-Year Deadline Falls on a Weekend (§ 16.072): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.004(a), (d) (RTP Deadlines & Limitations Disclosure Trap)Responsible Third Party (RTP) Designation Deadlines

Responsible Third Party (RTP) Designation Deadlines: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 74.351(a)–(c)120-Day Chapter 74 Expert Report Deadline

120-Day Chapter 74 Expert Report Deadline: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.001(a)(2) ('Unsound Mind' Legal Disability)Coma & Mental Incapacity Tolling (CPRC § 16.001)

Coma & Mental Incapacity Tolling (CPRC § 16.001): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 72.052(b), 72.054(a)120-Day HB 19 Trucking Bifurcation Deadline

120-Day HB 19 Trucking Bifurcation Deadline: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 33.001, 33.003, 33.012(a)How the Texas 51% Comparative Fault Rule Works

How the Texas 51% Comparative Fault Rule Works: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001 ('Greater Than 50 Percent')Can You Recover If You Were 50% at Fault?

Can You Recover If You Were 50% at Fault?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.003; Former Transp. Code § 545.413(g) (Repealed)How Seatbelt Non-Use Affects a Texas Claim

How Seatbelt Non-Use Affects a Texas Claim: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.013(a)–(b)Joint & Several Liability in Texas (§ 33.013)

Joint & Several Liability in Texas (§ 33.013): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 33.004, 33.011(6)What Is a Responsible Third Party (RTP)?

What Is a Responsible Third Party (RTP)?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Transp. Code Ch. 545 & Tex. Penal Code § 49.04; Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 5.1Negligence Per Se in Texas Injury Law

Negligence Per Se in Texas Injury Law: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code Ch. 545 &…

Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 3.3 (Inferential Rebuttal Instruction)The 'Sudden Emergency' Defense in Texas

The 'Sudden Emergency' Defense in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Pattern Jury Charge…

Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 3.1 & 3.2; Tex. R. Civ. P. 277'Unavoidable Accident' & 'Act of God' Defenses

'Unavoidable Accident' & 'Act of God' Defenses: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Pattern Jury…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 33; Farley v. M M Cattle Co. AbolitionDoes 'Assumption of the Risk' Exist in Texas?

Does 'Assumption of the Risk' Exist in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 28.8 (Exclusion for Pre-Existing Condition Except Aggravation)Pre-Existing Conditions & 'Eggshell Plaintiff' Rule

Pre-Existing Conditions & 'Eggshell Plaintiff' Rule: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Pattern…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.012(b) (Dollar-for-Dollar Credit Rule)Dollar-for-Dollar Settlement Credits (§ 33.012(b))

Dollar-for-Dollar Settlement Credits (§ 33.012(b)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Transp. Code § 521.458 (Permitting Unauthorized Person to Drive); CPRC Ch. 33Negligent Entrustment of a Vehicle in Texas

Negligent Entrustment of a Vehicle in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Tex. Fam. Code § 41.001 (Willful/Malicious Act Cap); Tex. Transp. Code § 521.145Parent Liability for Teen Drivers in Texas

Parent Liability for Teen Drivers in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fam. Code § 41.001…

Respondeat Superior Course & Scope; Tex. Lab. Code § 401.011(12)Employer Liability for Employee Commute Crashes

Employer Liability for Employee Commute Crashes: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Respondeat…

Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 2.2 (Child's Degree of Care)Age of Child Comparative Negligence in Texas

Age of Child Comparative Negligence in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Pattern Jury…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 33; Texas Non-Imputation RuleCan Parental Fault Reduce a Child's Recovery?

Can Parental Fault Reduce a Child's Recovery?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 215; Texas Spoliation FrameworkSpoliation of Evidence in Texas (Brookshire Bros.)

Spoliation of Evidence in Texas (Brookshire Bros.): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 74.201 (Medical Limitation); Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 4.2Res Ipsa Loquitur in Texas Tort Law

Res Ipsa Loquitur in Texas Tort Law: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.003, 33.013(b)(2), 41.008(c)Road Rage & Intentional Assault Claims in Texas

Road Rage & Intentional Assault Claims in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 41.001(11), 41.003Ordinary Negligence vs. Gross Negligence in Texas

Ordinary Negligence vs. Gross Negligence in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.072(a-1)Texas 30/60/25 Minimum Auto Insurance Limits

Texas 30/60/25 Minimum Auto Insurance Limits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 1952.106 (UIM), 1952.151 (PIP), 140.005; Tex. Prop. Code § 55.004When Damages Exceed the $30,000 Minimum Policy

When Damages Exceed the $30,000 Minimum Policy: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 1952.151–1952.157 (Mandatory Offer, 30-Day Payment & No Subrogation)Texas PIP Coverage: Why You Never Pay It Back

Texas PIP Coverage: Why You Never Pay It Back: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 1952.151–1952.155 (PIP) vs. Contractual MedPay Subrogation & Ch. 140PIP vs. MedPay in Texas Auto Insurance

PIP vs. MedPay in Texas Auto Insurance: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 1952.101–1952.106How Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Works in Texas

How Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Works in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 37.004, 37.009 (Uniform Declaratory Judgments Act); Ins. Code § 1952.106Declaratory Judgment for UIM (Allstate v. Irwin)

Declaratory Judgment for UIM (Allstate v. Irwin): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 551.107, 1953.051; 28 Tex. Admin. Code § 5.401Does Using PIP or UM/UIM Raise Texas Rates?

Does Using PIP or UM/UIM Raise Texas Rates?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code Ch. 1952; Upshaw v. Trinity Cos. ('Intra-Policy' vs. 'Inter-Policy' Stacking)Can You Stack PIP & UM/UIM Policies in Texas?

Can You Stack PIP & UM/UIM Policies in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code Ch.…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.076; Tex. Ins. Code § 1952.0545 (Named Driver Policy Disclosure)Excluded Drivers on Texas Auto Policies (515A)

Excluded Drivers on Texas Auto Policies (515A): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 542.055–542.060 (18% Per Year Statutory Interest + Attorney's Fees)Texas Prompt Payment of Claims Act (Ch. 542)

Texas Prompt Payment of Claims Act (Ch. 542): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code § 1952.051; Standard Texas Personal Auto Policy (Temporary Substitute Vehicle)Texas Auto Insurance in a Rental or Borrowed Car

Texas Auto Insurance in a Rental or Borrowed Car: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.073; Tex. Ins. Code § 1952.001Does Insurance Pay If the Driver Was Drunk/Unlicensed?

Does Insurance Pay If the Driver Was Drunk/Unlicensed?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex.…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.072 ($30,000 Per Person / $60,000 Per Accident)Splitting a $60k Policy Limit (Soriano Rule)

Splitting a $60k Policy Limit (Soriano Rule): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §…

49 C.F.R. §§ 387.7, 387.9, 387.15 (Form MCS-90 Endorsement)What Is an MCS-90 Trucking Endorsement?

What Is an MCS-90 Trucking Endorsement?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§ 387.7, 387.9…

Tex. Prop. Code § 55.003(b) (Express Statutory Exemption for First-Party Coverage)Can a Hospital Lien Take Your PIP or UM/UIM Money?

Can a Hospital Lien Take Your PIP or UM/UIM Money?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Prop. Code…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 192.3(f) & 194.2(b)(7) (Mandatory Initial Disclosure of Insurance Agreements)How to Discover Insurance Policy Limits in Texas

How to Discover Insurance Policy Limits in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. Transp. Code § 601.053 & Ch. 648 (Foreign Commercial Motor Vehicles); 49 C.F.R. Part 387Crashes With Mexican-Domiciled or Foreign Vehicles

Crashes With Mexican-Domiciled or Foreign Vehicles: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 41.0105, 146.002 (Timely Billing Mandate); Ins. Code § 1952.155Does Health Insurance or Auto Insurance Pay First?

Does Health Insurance or Auto Insurance Pay First?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 192.3(f) & 194.2(b)(7); Stowers Duty Between Primary & Excess InsurersPersonal Umbrella & Commercial Excess Policies

Personal Umbrella & Commercial Excess Policies: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 551.104 (Mid-Term Cancellation Prohibitions), 551.105 (30-Day Non-Renewal Notice)When Can an Insurer Cancel a Texas Auto Policy?

When Can an Insurer Cancel a Texas Auto Policy?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 41.0105Texas 'Paid or Incurred' Rule (§ 41.0105)

Texas 'Paid or Incurred' Rule (§ 41.0105): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 18.001, 41.0105How Letters of Protection (LOPs) Work in Texas

How Letters of Protection (LOPs) Work in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 18.001(b)–(i) (2019 HB 1693 Deadlines)CPRC § 18.001 Medical Affidavits Explained

CPRC § 18.001 Medical Affidavits Explained: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Prop. Code §§ 55.002(a), 55.004(b), 55.005Texas Hospital Liens: 72-Hour & 50% Rules

Texas Hospital Liens: 72-Hour & 50% Rules: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Prop. Code §§…

Tex. Prop. Code §§ 55.002(c), 55.004(c) ($1,000 Cap in Counties ≤ 800,000 Pop.)Texas EMS Ambulance Lien Rule (§ 55.002(c))

Texas EMS Ambulance Lien Rule (§ 55.002(c)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Prop. Code §§…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 140.001–140.007 (Enacted via HB 1869, Effective Jan. 1, 2014)Texas Ch. 140 Health Subrogation 1/3 Cap

Texas Ch. 140 Health Subrogation 1/3 Cap: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

29 U.S.C. § 1144(b)(2)(A)–(B) (ERISA 'Saving Clause' vs. 'Deemer Clause'); Tex. Ins. Code Ch. 140Self-Funded ERISA vs. Insured Health Plans

Self-Funded ERISA vs. Insured Health Plans: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 29 U.S.C. §…

42 U.S.C. § 1395y(b)(2) (Medicare Secondary Payer Act); Tex. Hum. Res. Code § 32.033 (Medicaid)Medicare & Texas Medicaid Settlement Liens

Medicare & Texas Medicaid Settlement Liens: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 42 U.S.C. § 1395y(b)(2)…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 146.001–146.003 (Certain Claims by Health Care Service Providers Barred)When a Hospital Refuses to Bill Health Insurance

When a Hospital Refuses to Bill Health Insurance: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

42 U.S.C. §§ 2651–2653 (Federal Medical Care Recovery Act — FMCRA); 38 U.S.C. § 1729VA & TRICARE Medical Liens in Texas Claims

VA & TRICARE Medical Liens in Texas Claims: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 42 U.S.C. §§ 2651–2653…

Tex. Fam. Code §§ 157.311–157.326 (Child Support Liens on Personal Injury Proceeds)Texas Child Support Liens on Injury Settlements

Texas Child Support Liens on Injury Settlements: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fam. Code §§…

26 U.S.C. § 104(a)(2) (Internal Revenue Code); Tex. Const. art. VIII, § 24-a (No State Income Tax)Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Texas?

Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 26 U.S.C. §…

Tex. Fam. Code §§ 3.001(3), 3.003; Graham v. Franco Constitutional RuleInjury Settlements in a Texas Divorce (§ 3.001(3))

Injury Settlements in a Texas Divorce (§ 3.001(3)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fam. Code…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 44 & 173 (Guardian Ad Litem); Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 142 (Management of Property Recovered for Minor)Minor Settlements & 'Friendly Suits' (TRCP 44)

Minor Settlements & 'Friendly Suits' (TRCP 44): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P. 44…

42 U.S.C. § 1396p(d)(4)(A) & (C); Tex. Prop. Code § 142.005(b)Protecting SSI & Medicaid With a Special Needs Trust

Protecting SSI & Medicaid With a Special Needs Trust: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 42 U.S.C. §…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 18.001, 41.0105; Tex. Occ. Code Ch. 201Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Bills in Texas

Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Bills in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Fin. Code Ch. 302; Anglo-Dutch Petroleum v. Haskell (Non-Recourse Investment vs. Usurious Loan)Pre-Settlement Lawsuit Funding in Texas

Pre-Settlement Lawsuit Funding in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fin. Code Ch. 302…

11 U.S.C. §§ 522(d)(11)(D), 541; Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 42 (Texas vs. Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions)Personal Injury Claims in Bankruptcy

Personal Injury Claims in Bankruptcy: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 11 U.S.C. §§ 522(d)(11)(D)…

Tex. Disciplinary Rules of Prof'l Conduct Rule 1.04(d) & Rule 1.14 (IOLTA Trust Accounting)How a Texas Settlement Check Is Divided

How a Texas Settlement Check Is Divided: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Disciplinary Rules of…

26 U.S.C. §§ 104(a)(2), 130; Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 141.001–141.007 (Structured Settlement Protection Act)Structured Settlements in Texas (CPRC Ch. 141)

Structured Settlements in Texas (CPRC Ch. 141): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 26 U.S.C. §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 18.091, 33.012, 41.001, 41.0105How Much Is a Texas Car Accident Worth?

How Much Is a Texas Car Accident Worth?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 41.001; Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 28.3Damages Line Items on a Texas Verdict Form

Damages Line Items on a Texas Verdict Form: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 41.001; Direct Evidence of Nature, Duration & SeverityProving Mental Anguish in Texas (Parkway Standard)

Proving Mental Anguish in Texas (Parkway Standard): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 18.091(a)–(b)After-Tax Lost Wages Rule (CPRC § 18.091)

After-Tax Lost Wages Rule (CPRC § 18.091): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 18.091; Loss of Earning Capacity vs. Lost Net ProfitsProving Lost Income for 1099 & Self-Employed Texans

Proving Lost Income for 1099 & Self-Employed Texans: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Texas Third-Party Tort Property Damage Law vs. First-Party Policy ExclusionRecovering Car 'Diminished Value' in Texas

Recovering Car 'Diminished Value' in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Third-Party Tort…

Texas Property Damage Tort LawLoss-of-Use Damages on a Totaled Car (J&D Towing)

Loss-of-Use Damages on a Totaled Car (J&D Towing): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Property…

Tex. Transp. Code § 501.09111 (Salvage Threshold); Tex. Tax Code § 152.021 (6.25% Motor Vehicle Sales Tax)Total Loss 'Actual Cash Value' (ACV) + Sales Tax

Total Loss 'Actual Cash Value' (ACV) + Sales Tax: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code…

NHTSA Child Restraint Reuse Guidelines; Manufacturer Mandatory Replacement ManualsReplacing Child Car Seats After a Texas Crash

Replacing Child Car Seats After a Texas Crash: Texas statutory and appellate reference under NHTSA Child…

Texas Contract & Release Interpretation LawSettling Property Damage Separate From Bodily Injury

Settling Property Damage Separate From Bodily Injury: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 41.003, 41.008(b)–(c)Texas Exemplary Damages Cap Formula (§ 41.008)

Texas Exemplary Damages Cap Formula (§ 41.008): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Fin. Code §§ 304.003, 304.101–304.1045 (Prime Rate 5%–15% Floor/Ceiling)Pre-Judgment & Post-Judgment Interest in Texas

Pre-Judgment & Post-Judgment Interest in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fin. Code §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 42.001–42.005; Tex. R. Civ. P. 167Texas Rule 167 Offers of Settlement (Ch. 42)

Texas Rule 167 Offers of Settlement (Ch. 42): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Texas Common-Law Loss of Spousal & Parental ConsortiumLoss of Consortium for Spouses & Children in Texas

Loss of Consortium for Spouses & Children in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas…

Tex. Disciplinary Rules of Prof'l Conduct Rule 1.04(d) (Written Contingent Fee Requirements)How Texas Injury Lawyer Contingency Fees Work

How Texas Injury Lawyer Contingency Fees Work: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Disciplinary…

Tex. Const. art. XVI, §§ 49–50; Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 41 (Homestead) & Ch. 42 (Personal Property); CPRC § 63.004 (No Wage Garnishment)Texas Homestead & Personal Asset Exemptions

Texas Homestead & Personal Asset Exemptions: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Const. art. XVI…

G.A. Stowers Doctrine; Tex. Ins. Code § 541.060(a)(2)(A)How the Texas Stowers Doctrine Works

How the Texas Stowers Doctrine Works: Texas statutory and appellate reference under G.A. Stowers Doctrine; Tex.…

Tex. Ins. Code §§ 542.057 (5 Business Days for 1st-Party Claims), 541.060; Tex. R. Civ. P. 11How Long to Get a Settlement Check in Texas

How Long to Get a Settlement Check in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Ins. Code §§…

Texas Release & Mutual Mistake LawCan You Reopen a Claim After Signing a Release?

Can You Reopen a Claim After Signing a Release?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Release &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 71.021 (Texas Survival Statute); Tex. R. Civ. P. 151If a Plaintiff Dies While a Claim Is Pending (§ 71.021)

If a Plaintiff Dies While a Claim Is Pending (§ 71.021): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 72.051–72.055Texas HB 19 (CPRC Ch. 72) Truck Trial Bifurcation

Texas HB 19 (CPRC Ch. 72) Truck Trial Bifurcation: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

49 C.F.R. § 387.9; Tex. Transp. Code § 643.101; 43 Tex. Admin. Code § 218.1618-Wheeler Minimum Insurance Limits in Texas

18-Wheeler Minimum Insurance Limits in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. § 387.9…

49 C.F.R. § 395.8(k)(1) (6-Month Retention Window); Brookshire Bros. v. Aldridge6-Month Trucking ELD Log Deletion Rule

6-Month Trucking ELD Log Deletion Rule: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. § 395.8(k)(1)…

49 C.F.R. § 395.3 (Interstate 11/14/70 Rule) vs. 37 Tex. Admin. Code § 4.11 (Texas Intrastate 12/15/70 Rule)Texas Intrastate vs. Federal Trucking HOS Rules

Texas Intrastate vs. Federal Trucking HOS Rules: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. § 395.3…

49 C.F.R. § 382.303(a)–(d) (8-Hour Alcohol / 32-Hour Controlled Substances Window)Mandatory Post-Crash Trucker Drug/Alcohol Tests

Mandatory Post-Crash Trucker Drug/Alcohol Tests: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §…

49 C.F.R. §§ 391.11, 391.21, 391.23, 391.31, 391.41, 391.51Truck Driver Qualification (DQ) File Contents

Truck Driver Qualification (DQ) File Contents: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§ 391.11…

49 C.F.R. §§ 391.41–391.49 (Physical Qualifications for Drivers)Medical Disqualification of Truck Drivers (§ 391.41)

Medical Disqualification of Truck Drivers (§ 391.41): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§…

49 C.F.R. Part 396; Heavy Vehicle Event Data Extraction Standards (SAE J1939 / J1587)18-Wheeler ECM 'Black Box' & Radar Data

18-Wheeler ECM 'Black Box' & Radar Data: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. Part 396; Heavy…

49 C.F.R. §§ 392.80 (No Texting), 392.82 (No Hand-Held Mobile Telephone Use); Tex. Transp. Code § 545.425118-Wheeler Cell Phone Ban (49 CFR § 392.82)

18-Wheeler Cell Phone Ban (49 CFR § 392.82): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§ 392.80…

Tex. Transp. Code §§ 545.063, 545.102; Texas CDL Manual; 49 C.F.R. § 392.218-Wheeler U-Turns Across Texas Highways

18-Wheeler U-Turns Across Texas Highways: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp. Code §§…

49 C.F.R. § 376.12(c)(1) (Federal Statutory Employee / Placard Liability); Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 72Can Trucking Companies Blame 'Owner-Operators'?

Can Trucking Companies Blame 'Owner-Operators'?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §…

49 U.S.C. § 31135; 49 C.F.R. § 385.1001 (Patterns of Safety Violations); Texas Alter-Ego / Single Business EnterprisePiercing 'Chameleon' Trucking Companies

Piercing 'Chameleon' Trucking Companies: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 U.S.C. § 31135; 49…

49 C.F.R. §§ 396.3, 396.11, 396.13; Trailer Interchange Agreement LiabilityWhen Tractor & Trailer Have Different Owners

When Tractor & Trailer Have Different Owners: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§ 396.3…

49 C.F.R. Part 385; Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 72.053(c), 41.003FMCSA CSA 'BASIC' Scores in Truck Lawsuits

FMCSA CSA 'BASIC' Scores in Truck Lawsuits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. Part 385…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 192.3; 49 C.F.R. § 390.15 (Accident Register); Tex. R. Evid. 407Trucking Company 'Preventable Crash' Reviews

Trucking Company 'Preventable Crash' Reviews: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

37 Tex. Admin. Code § 4.12; 49 C.F.R. § 395.1(d); CPRC Ch. 72 & Ch. 95How Texas Oilfield Truck Crashes Differ

How Texas Oilfield Truck Crashes Differ: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 37 Tex. Admin. Code §…

Tex. Transp. Code § 545.060(a); CPRC § 33.003 (Identified Tortfeasor vs. Unknown UM Rule)No-Contact 'Cut-Off' Crashes With Identified Trucks

No-Contact 'Cut-Off' Crashes With Identified Trucks: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Transp.…

49 C.F.R. §§ 393.11, 393.13 (Retroreflective Sheeting & Reflex Reflectors); Tex. Transp. Code § 547.35218-Wheeler Night Reflective Tape & Light Rules

18-Wheeler Night Reflective Tape & Light Rules: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 49 C.F.R. §§…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 202 (Depositions Before Suit or to Investigate Claims) & Temporary Restraining OrdersPre-Suit Truck Inspections & Rule 202 Petitions

Pre-Suit Truck Inspections & Rule 202 Petitions: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. R. Evid. 401–403; CPRC Ch. 72; Gregory v. Chohan Appellate StandardTexas Trial Rules in Commercial Trucking Cases

Texas Trial Rules in Commercial Trucking Cases: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 33; Texas Invitee Premises StandardWhy Texas Slip-and-Fall Cases Require Notice Proof

Why Texas Slip-and-Fall Cases Require Notice Proof: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Texas Common-Law Premises Classifications; CPRC §§ 75.002, 101.022Invitee vs. Licensee vs. Trespasser in Texas

Invitee vs. Licensee vs. Trespasser in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Common-Law…

Texas Premises Duty & Necessary-Use ExceptionThe 'Open and Obvious' Defense (Austin v. Kroger)

The 'Open and Obvious' Defense (Austin v. Kroger): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Premises…

Texas Adequacy-of-Warning StandardDo 'Wet Floor' Signs Block a Texas Lawsuit?

Do 'Wet Floor' Signs Block a Texas Lawsuit?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas…

Tex. Health & Safety Code Ch. 822; Municipal Leash OrdinancesTexas Dog Bite Law: 'One-Bite' vs. Negligence

Texas Dog Bite Law: 'One-Bite' vs. Negligence: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Health & Safety…

Texas Landlord Common-Area Control & Actual Knowledge StandardLandlord Liability for a Tenant's Dog Bite

Landlord Liability for a Tenant's Dog Bite: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Landlord…

Tex. Health & Safety Code §§ 822.005, 822.041–822.044; CPRC § 41.008(c)'Lillian's Law' (Health & Safety Code § 822.005)

'Lillian's Law' (Health & Safety Code § 822.005): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Health &…

Tex. Alco. Bev. Code §§ 2.02, 2.03, 106.14(a)Defeating the TABC 'Safe Harbor' Defense (§ 106.14)

Defeating the TABC 'Safe Harbor' Defense (§ 106.14): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Alco.…

Tex. Alco. Bev. Code § 2.02(b); Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001 (51% Comparative Bar)Can an Overserved Adult Sue the Bar in Texas?

Can an Overserved Adult Sue the Bar in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Alco. Bev. Code…

Texas Negligent Security Doctrine; Timberwalk 5-Factor TestSuing an Apartment or Hotel for a Violent Crime

Suing an Apartment or Hotel for a Violent Crime: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Negligent…

Tex. Prop. Code §§ 92.151–92.170 (Subchapter D — Security Devices)Mandatory Texas Apartment Locks (Prop. Code § 92.153)

Mandatory Texas Apartment Locks (Prop. Code § 92.153): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Prop.…

Tex. Code Crim. Proc. Ch. 56B (Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Act)Texas Crime Victims' Compensation ($50k–$125k Fund)

Texas Crime Victims' Compensation ($50k–$125k Fund): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Code…

Texas Fair Notice Requirements: Express Negligence Doctrine + Conspicuousness (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code § 1.201(b)(10))Are Liability Waivers Enforceable in Texas?

Are Liability Waivers Enforceable in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Fair Notice…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 75.001–75.007Texas Recreational Use & Agritourism Act (Ch. 75)

Texas Recreational Use & Agritourism Act (Ch. 75): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Texas Urban vs. Rural Tree Inspection Duty; CPRC § 101.022Falling Tree & Rotten Limb Liability in Texas

Falling Tree & Rotten Limb Liability in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Urban vs.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 101.022 (Ordinary vs. Special Defect), 101.056 (Discretionary Design Immunity), 101.060 (Traffic Signals)Suing TxDOT or a City for Potholes & Bad Signals

Suing TxDOT or a City for Potholes & Bad Signals: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 4.1 (Negligence) vs. PJC 66.4 (Premises Liability)Negligent Activity vs. Premises Defect (Keetch)

Negligent Activity vs. Premises Defect (Keetch): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Pattern Jury…

Texas Control-of-Premises Rule (Inside Leased Space vs. Common Parking/Sidewalk)Suing the Store Tenant vs. Commercial Landlord

Suing the Store Tenant vs. Commercial Landlord: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas…

Texas Invitee Status for Delivery Personnel; Tex. Lab. Code § 417.001Delivery Driver Dog Bites & Porch Falls in Texas

Delivery Driver Dog Bites & Porch Falls in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Texas Invitee…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 124.001 (Shopkeeper's Privilege)False Imprisonment & Shopkeeper's Privilege (§ 124.001)

False Imprisonment & Shopkeeper's Privilege (§ 124.001): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 406.002, 406.033What Is a Texas 'Non-Subscriber' Employer?

What Is a Texas 'Non-Subscriber' Employer?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 406.004 (DWC Form-005), 406.005 (Workplace Notice 5 & 6)How to Check If Your Employer Is a Non-Subscriber

How to Check If Your Employer Is a Non-Subscriber: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code…

9 U.S.C. § 1–2 (Federal Arbitration Act); Tex. Lab. Code § 406.033(e)Arbitration in Texas Non-Subscriber Work Claims

Arbitration in Texas Non-Subscriber Work Claims: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 9 U.S.C. § 1–2…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 451.001–451.003 (Workers' Compensation Anti-Retaliation Act)Workers' Comp Retaliation in Texas (§ 451.001)

Workers' Comp Retaliation in Texas (§ 451.001): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 95.001–95.004Overcoming CPRC Chapter 95 in Contractor Claims

Overcoming CPRC Chapter 95 in Contractor Claims: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 406.033, 411.103 (General Duty to Provide Safe Workplace)Duties Owed by a Texas Non-Subscriber Employer

Duties Owed by a Texas Non-Subscriber Employer: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 408.081–408.162 (Income Benefits & Maximum Weekly Caps)What Texas Workers' Comp Pays (TIBs & IIBs)

What Texas Workers' Comp Pays (TIBs & IIBs): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Lab. Code §§ 417.001–417.003Reducing a Texas Workers' Comp Lien (§ 417.003)

Reducing a Texas Workers' Comp Lien (§ 417.003): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §§…

Tex. Lab. Code § 406.033(e)–(g) (10-Day Waiting Period & Boldface Warning Rules)Post-Injury Employer Releases (§ 406.033(f))

Post-Injury Employer Releases (§ 406.033(f)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §…

46 U.S.C. § 30104 (Jones Act) vs. 33 U.S.C. § 901 (LHWCA); 43 U.S.C. § 1333 (OCSLA)Jones Act Seaman vs. Longshoreman (30% Rule)

Jones Act Seaman vs. Longshoreman (30% Rule): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 46 U.S.C. § 30104…

General Maritime Law (Maintenance & Cure); Atlantic Sounding Punitive Damages RuleMaritime 'Maintenance and Cure' + Punitive Damages

Maritime 'Maintenance and Cure' + Punitive Damages: Texas statutory and appellate reference under General…

45 U.S.C. §§ 51–60 (Federal Employers' Liability Act — FELA); 49 U.S.C. § 20301 (Safety Appliance Act)Texas Railroad Worker Injuries (FELA — 45 U.S.C. § 51)

Texas Railroad Worker Injuries (FELA — 45 U.S.C. § 51): Texas statutory and appellate reference under 45 U.S.C.…

Tex. Const. art. I, § 13 (Open Courts); Tex. Lab. Code § 406.096; CPRC § 18.091Undocumented Worker Rights in Texas Injury Lawsuits

Undocumented Worker Rights in Texas Injury Lawsuits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Const.…

Restatement (Second) of Torts § 414 (Retained Control); Texas Pattern Jury Charge PJC 66.14General Contractor Liability in Texas (Redinger Rule)

General Contractor Liability in Texas (Redinger Rule): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Restatement…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 127.001–127.007Texas Oilfield Anti-Indemnity Act (CPRC Ch. 127)

Texas Oilfield Anti-Indemnity Act (CPRC Ch. 127): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

29 U.S.C. § 654(a)(1) (OSHA General Duty Clause — Heat Stress NEP); Tex. Lab. Code §§ 406.033, 408.001(b)Workplace Heat Stroke & Heat Exhaustion in Texas

Workplace Heat Stroke & Heat Exhaustion in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 29 U.S.C. §…

Tex. Lab. Code § 406.033(a)(2) (Fellow-Servant Defense Expressly Abolished)Co-Worker Negligence at a Non-Subscriber (§ 406.033)

Co-Worker Negligence at a Non-Subscriber (§ 406.033): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab.…

Tex. Lab. Code § 408.001; Borrowed Servant Right-of-Control DoctrineThe 'Borrowed Servant' Defense in Texas

The 'Borrowed Servant' Defense in Texas: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code § 408.001…

Restatement (Second) of Torts § 324A (Negligent Undertaking for Protection of Third Person)Suing Third-Party Jobsite Safety Consultants

Suing Third-Party Jobsite Safety Consultants: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Restatement (Second)…

Tex. Lab. Code § 406.033; Tex. Bus. Orgs. Code § 21.223; Commercial General Liability (CGL) Exclusion ExceptionsWhen a Non-Subscriber Has No Insurance Policy

When a Non-Subscriber Has No Insurance Policy: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Lab. Code §…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.301(a)–(c), 74.303Texas Medical Malpractice Caps (§ 74.301)

Texas Medical Malpractice Caps (§ 74.301): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 74.303(a)–(c) ($500,000 in 1977 Dollars Indexed to CPI)Medical Wrongful Death CPI Cap (§ 74.303)

Medical Wrongful Death CPI Cap (§ 74.303): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.351(r)(5), 74.401 (Physicians), 74.402 (Health Care Providers), 74.403 (Causation by Physician Only)Chapter 74 Expert Qualifications (§§ 74.401–74.403)

Chapter 74 Expert Qualifications (§§ 74.401–74.403): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 74.001(a)(13) ('Safety' Claim Nexus Test)Hospital Visitor Slip-and-Falls (Ross v. St. Luke's)

Hospital Visitor Slip-and-Falls (Ross v. St. Luke's): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 74; Ostensible Agency DoctrineHospital Liability for ER Doctors (Sampson Rule)

Hospital Liability for ER Doctors (Sampson Rule): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 101.021(2), 101.023, 101.101, 101.106Suing Government Hospitals in Texas (TTCA Rules)

Suing Government Hospitals in Texas (TTCA Rules): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.106(a), (b), (e), (f)The CPRC § 101.106 'Election of Remedies' Trap

The CPRC § 101.106 'Election of Remedies' Trap: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.023(a)–(c)TTCA $100k vs. $250k Government Caps (§ 101.023)

TTCA $100k vs. $250k Government Caps (§ 101.023): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 71.004(a)–(c), 71.021Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit in Texas?

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit in Texas?: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Fam. Code § 2.401(a)(2); Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 71.004Common-Law Spouse Wrongful Death Rights

Common-Law Spouse Wrongful Death Rights: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Fam. Code §…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 71.011 ('Damages Not Subject to Debts')Wrongful Death Creditor Exemption (CPRC § 71.011)

Wrongful Death Creditor Exemption (CPRC § 71.011): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 71.001(2), (4), 71.003(c)Wrongful Death of an Unborn Child (§ 71.001(4))

Wrongful Death of an Unborn Child (§ 71.001(4)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 71.010(a)–(b)Dividing Wrongful Death Proceeds (§ 71.010)

Dividing Wrongful Death Proceeds (§ 71.010): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Const. art. XVI, § 26; Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 71.009Why Parents Cannot Recover Wrongful Death Punitives

Why Parents Cannot Recover Wrongful Death Punitives: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Const.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.151 (Liability for Emergency Care), 74.152 (Unlicensed Medical Personnel)Texas Good Samaritan Law (CPRC § 74.151)

Texas Good Samaritan Law (CPRC § 74.151): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.101–74.107; 25 Tex. Admin. Code Ch. 601 (List A vs. List B Procedures)Surgical Informed Consent in Texas (§ 74.101)

Surgical Informed Consent in Texas (§ 74.101): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code Ch. 74; Tex. Health & Safety Code Ch. 242; 42 C.F.R. § 483.25Suing a Texas Nursing Home for Bedsores & Falls

Suing a Texas Nursing Home for Bedsores & Falls: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.051 ('School and Junior College Districts Partially Excluded'); Tex. Educ. Code § 22.0511Why Texas Public Schools Are Immune (Except Buses)

Why Texas Public Schools Are Immune (Except Buses): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 74.501–74.507 (Subchapter K — Periodic Payments)Periodic Payment Judgments (CPRC §§ 74.501–74.507)

Periodic Payment Judgments (CPRC §§ 74.501–74.507): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 101.001(3), 101.0215 (Governmental vs. Proprietary Functions of a City)Sovereign Immunity vs. Governmental Immunity

Sovereign Immunity vs. Governmental Immunity: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 15.002(a)(1)–(4), 15.015, 15.063Choosing Venue in Texas (CPRC § 15.002)

Choosing Venue in Texas (CPRC § 15.002): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem.…

Tex. Const. art. V, §§ 8, 17; Tex. Gov't Code §§ 24.007, 25.0003, 27.031 ($20,000 JP Limit)District Court vs. County Court at Law vs. JP Court

District Court vs. County Court at Law vs. JP Court: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Const.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 47(c)(1)–(5) & 169 (Expedited Actions ≤ $250,000)Texas Rule 47 Monetary Pleading Tiers

Texas Rule 47 Monetary Pleading Tiers: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P. 47(c)(1)–(5)…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 169 & 190.2 (Level 1 Discovery Control Plan); Gov't Code § 22.004(h)Texas Rule 169 Expedited Actions (≤ $250k)

Texas Rule 169 Expedited Actions (≤ $250k): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P. 169 &…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 194.1, 194.2(b)(1)–(12) (2021 Federal-Style Automatic Disclosure Reform)Mandatory 30-Day Initial Disclosures (TRCP 194.2)

Mandatory 30-Day Initial Disclosures (TRCP 194.2): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

28 U.S.C. §§ 1332 (Complete Diversity & >$75,000), 1441(b)(2) (Forum Defendant Rule), 1446(b) (30-Day Removal Window)Preventing Federal Removal of Texas Lawsuits

Preventing Federal Removal of Texas Lawsuits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under 28 U.S.C. §§ 1332…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 204.1 (Physical and Mental Examinations)Defense Medical Exams (TRCP 204.1 'IME' Rules)

Defense Medical Exams (TRCP 204.1 'IME' Rules): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 292(a)–(b); Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 41.003(d)Texas Jury Verdict Rules: 10-of-12 vs. Unanimous

Texas Jury Verdict Rules: 10-of-12 vs. Unanimous: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. R. Evid. 411 (Liability Insurance Inadmissible on Negligence); Tex. R. Civ. P. 38(a)Why Juries Aren't Told About Insurance (TRE 411)

Why Juries Aren't Told About Insurance (TRE 411): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid. 411…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 154.023, 154.071, 154.073 (Texas Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures Act); Tex. R. Civ. P. 11How Mediation Works in Texas Injury Lawsuits

How Mediation Works in Texas Injury Lawsuits: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 199.5 (6-Hour Examination Limit & Strictly Limited Objections)What Happens at a Texas Deposition (TRCP 199)

What Happens at a Texas Deposition (TRCP 199): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 166a(c) (Traditional) & 166a(i) (No-Evidence Summary Judgment)Texas No-Evidence Summary Judgment (TRCP 166a(i))

Texas No-Evidence Summary Judgment (TRCP 166a(i)): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 193.7 (Production of Documents Self-Authenticating)Automatic Document Authentication (TRCP 193.7)

Automatic Document Authentication (TRCP 193.7): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. Gov't Code §§ 22.201 (15 Appellate Districts), 22.220(d) (Exclusive Jurisdiction of 15th COA)The 15 Texas Courts of Appeals Explained

The 15 Texas Courts of Appeals Explained: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Gov't Code §§ 22.201…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 51.014(a)–(f); Tex. R. App. P. 28.1 & 52 (Mandamus)Texas Interlocutory Appeals (§ 51.014) & Mandamus

Texas Interlocutory Appeals (§ 51.014) & Mandamus: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 27.010(a)(3) (Express Bodily Injury Exemption)Bodily Injury Exemption From Texas Anti-SLAPP (§ 27.010)

Bodily Injury Exemption From Texas Anti-SLAPP (§ 27.010): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 52.006; Tex. R. App. P. 24.2 (Supersedeas Bond Caps)After Winning a Texas Verdict: Supersedeas (§ 52.006)

After Winning a Texas Verdict: Supersedeas (§ 52.006): Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ.…

Tex. R. Evid. 103, 401–411Motions in Limine in Texas Jury Trials

Motions in Limine in Texas Jury Trials: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Evid. 103, 401–411…

Tex. R. Civ. P. 226a, 228, 232, 233; Tex. Gov't Code § 62.105Jury Selection ('Voir Dire') in Texas Civil Trials

Jury Selection ('Voir Dire') in Texas Civil Trials: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. R. Civ. P.…

Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §§ 16.003, 18.001, 33.001, 41.0105; Tex. Ins. Code Ch. 140 & Ch. 1952; Prop. Code Ch. 55When to Settle Yourself vs. Hire a Texas Lawyer

When to Settle Yourself vs. Hire a Texas Lawyer: Texas statutory and appellate reference under Tex. Civ. Prac. &…

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  • 6. Independent Reference Portal — Not a Law Firm: Texas Injury Law Reference is an independent legal education publication. We are not a law firm, do not practice law, do not solicit clients, and do not operate as an attorney referral service.