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What Type of Acts Disqualify Individuals from Operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle?
The Texas Department of Transportation may not issue a commercial driver's license or commercial driver learner's permit to a person who is disqualified from driving a commercial motor vehicle or while the person's driver's license or driving privilege is suspended,...
Behind the Wheel and Shredded: Unveiling the Dark Side of Truckers Destroying Documents
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has a list of rules and regulations that every trucking must follow. The more trucking cases we take to trial, the more it has become apparent that truckers are either destroying key FMCSA documents, or simply...
In the Oil Patch: Case Law, Trends, Issues
Introduction Injuries in the oil & gas Industry are common throughout Texas. In terms of potential risks and accidents, it is one of the most hazardous industries in the world. With such dangerous operations taking place, most injuries are either fatal or leaves...
When the Wind Blows: Examining Wind Turbine Risks
CvPA recently handled a wind farm accident in South Texas, where some dangerous premises injured a contractor. Wind farms, like any form of energy production, wind power has its share of accidents and incidents that can result in injury or damage to equipment. One of...
Basic Damages in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
You’ve been injured in a car wreck, and you might be wondering what damages can you claim in a lawsuit? Our team is frequently asked this question. Pattern Jury Charge 28.3 lays out the basic question a jury will be asked when assessing personal injury damages. They...
Waivers in Horse and Equine Cases
Maybe Not Such an Airtight Defense? Our firm regularly gets called in to help handle horse and equine cases. Our founding partner, Collen Clark, is an experienced rider and horse wrangler. Not only did he compete on the bull-riding circuit, but he maintains his...