Roderick C. Lopez | January 9, 2024 | Personal Injury

Jury duty is a valuable civic duty, but serving on a jury can take weeks and force you to miss time from work. Worsening matters is the fact that most jurisdictions won’t reimburse you for jury duty time, aside from lunch stipends. If your employer doesn’t compensate you for your time away, you may be… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | September 9, 2023 | Personal Injury

Navigating the world of personal injury law means familiarizing yourself with different legal terms. Two of the most fundamental are “plaintiff” and “defendant.” Many wonder, “Who are the plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury cases?”  Fortunately, Roderick C. Lopez Personal Injury Lawyers in Laredo, Texas, has over 25 years of experience representing accident victims in… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | August 16, 2023 | Personal Injury

A deposition is a Q&A session between a lawyer and a hostile witness, similar to a courtroom cross-examination. Although it takes place outside of court, typically in a law office conference room, you will be under oath. Both sides can use depositions to gather evidence for a personal injury case. You can’t schedule a deposition… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | July 4, 2023 | Personal Injury

A personal injury case may result in a substantial settlement. But when you settle your personal injury claim in Laredo, Texas, you may wonder how much will go into your pocket before the proceeds are distributed.  Understanding the general breakdown of a personal injury settlement in Texas can help set realistic expectations and foster a… read more