The Long-Term Consequences of Spinal Cord Injuries and How Courts Assess Damages

The Long-Term Consequences of Spinal Cord Injuries and How Courts Assess Damages

When a spinal cord injury occurs, it is more than just a physical trauma; it is a life-changing event that can ripple through every aspect of a person’s existence. Victims may find themselves facing profound challenges, from severe physical limitations to devastating emotional and financial burdens.

Anatomical model of spine and doctor treating injured man in background

How Is Fault Determined in Multi-Vehicle Car Accidents?

How Is Fault Determined in Multi-Vehicle Car Accidents?

Multi-vehicle car accidents, often referred to as "pile-ups," can be challenging to handle, especially when they lead to devastating injuries. Determining fault in such collisions is rarely straightforward, especially when multiple parties and circumstances contribute to the crash.

Multi Vehicle Accident on highway

How Catastrophic Injuries Affect Long-Term Compensation and Care

How Catastrophic Injuries Affect Long-Term Compensation and Care

When trauma leaves a person facing paralysis, severe burns, traumatic brain injury, or limb loss, short-term bills quickly morph into a lifetime of expenses. Brett Reynolds & Associates, P.C. studies how every facet of catastrophic harm ripples through decades of care and paychecks.

Young man sitting in wheelchair near window

How Wrongful Death Claims Differ From Personal Injury Cases

How Wrongful Death Claims Differ From Personal Injury Cases

When a serious accident strikes, the outcome may be a traditional personal injury case in which the injured person sues for medical bills and pain and suffering—or it may become a wrongful-death lawsuit if the victim does not survive.

Wrongful Death file and handcuffs

Who Is Liable After a Rideshare Accident: Driver, Company, or Third Party?

Who Is Liable After a Rideshare Accident: Driver, Company, or Third Party?

San Antonio, Texas has embraced rideshare culture, but the ease of summoning a ride can fade the moment metal meets metal. Emergency rooms, insurance adjusters, and app notifications all start buzzing at once. Brett Reynolds & Associates, P.C. knows those first chaotic hours shape every dollar recovered later.

Injured driver and passenger in car crash

Negligent Security Claims: Can You Sue for an Injury on Someone Else’s Property?

Negligent Security Claims: Can You Sue for an Injury on Someone Else’s Property?

In Texas, property owners have a legal obligation to maintain a safe environment for visitors. This includes taking reasonable measures to protect individuals from foreseeable harm, such as violent crimes or assaults, that could occur on their property.

Thief snatches a bag from a woman in the parking lot

When Is a Property Owner Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?

When Is a Property Owner Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?

Slip and fall accidents are a common type of personal injury that can occur anywhere, from grocery stores and shopping malls to private homes and workplaces. In Texas, determining whether a property owner is liable for an injury sustained from a slip and fall accident depends on a variety of factors.

Women hurts her back after slip and fall in staircase

Lane Splitting Laws: Can They Affect Your Motorcycle Accident Claim?

Lane Splitting Laws: Can They Affect Your Motorcycle Accident Claim?

Motorcycle riders in Texas face unique challenges when sharing the road with larger vehicles. One controversial topic that often arises in motorcycle-related accidents is lane splitting—the practice of riding a motorcycle between lanes of slow-moving or stopped traffic.

Damaged motorcycle after road accident

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice? Key Factors for Proving a Case

What Constitutes Medical Malpractice? Key Factors for Proving a Case

When a healthcare provider fails to meet the standard of care expected in their field, it can lead to serious consequences for the patient. Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional deviates from the accepted standard of practice, resulting in injury, harm, or even death.

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Oil Field Accidents and Employer Liability: When Can You Sue Beyond Workers’ Compensation?

Oil Field Accidents and Employer Liability: When Can You Sue Beyond Workers’ Compensation?

Oil field accidents are among the most hazardous incidents workers can face in any industry. At Brett Reynolds & Associates, P.C. in San Antonio, Texas, the firm recognizes the severe impact these accidents can have on the victims, from life-changing injuries to fatalities.

Oil field worker checking oil pump