A federal judge ordered the U.S. Air Force to pay $230 million to survivors and family members of victims of the 2017 shooting at a Sutherland Springs, Texas, church. In his ruling, released in early February, the judge said the Air Force failed in its duty to report...
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Can I sue the military for negligence?
In most cases, the federal government, including military branches, is protected from lawsuits by what’s known as “sovereign immunity,” meaning citizens can’t sue the government unless it agrees to take part in the lawsuit. But exceptions exist. The Federal Tort...
Who can file a wrongful death claim in Texas?
Death is inevitable, but if your loved one loses their life due to someone else’s negligent or unlawful acts, you deserve justice. If someone causes your loved one’s death through negligence, you may file a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party. According to...
How long do you have to file a Texas wrongful death claim?
It could take a long time to deal with the fallout of the death of a family member. An unexpected loss can abruptly alter every aspect of your family's daily lives. From who picks the children up for school to how much income you have, many once-stable factors will...
Family sues trash truck driver after daughter dies | The Law Offices of Tyler & Peery
Senseless tragedies happen everyday. Accidents happen too, and they are qualified as an accident because they were unintentional. However, some accidents are different than others. Some accidents are preventable and avoidable. In those situations, someone's negligence...
What precautions for backyard pools help prevent drownings?
Many children are attracted to water. On a hot day, the lure of a swimming pool can be very hard for them to resist. But often children are oblivious to the dangers water can possess. It is estimated that every year, approximately 350 children who are under 5 years of...
Compensation can help families that lose loved ones
Sometimes it is important to take a moment and carefully consider just how important family members are in our lives. The day to day business of living can sometimes make it hard to fully appreciate how our much of our personal well-being may be owed to being part of...
Pool operator negligence could result in drownings
Summer is on the horizon, which in Texas means long, hot days. But this is not such a bad thing when you consider that a hot day is a perfect day to jump into a swimming pool and enjoy a cooling dip. But safety is always a concern when swimming. Swimmers can...
The loss of a loved one deserves answers
The bonds we forge with our loved ones can be very strong. The thought of losing someone close may seem almost incomprehensible. Sadly, it is possible for an unforeseen tragedy to occur, taking someone of significance from our lives. When such an event takes place, it...
Health care-associated infections can prove fatal
When a family member is hospitalized, you hope that they are able to receive treatment that will help resolve their medical issues. But even if your loved one successfully undergoes surgery or other treatment, he or she may be vulnerable during the remainder of their...