Personal Injury Blog

Roderick C. Lopez | September 6, 2024 | Personal Injury

There’s no sugarcoating it — Laredo, TX, is not known as one of the country’s safest places. Several safety rating sites give Laredo a low score because of the city’s high rate of property crimes. NeighborhoodScout reports a total crime index of 29 (with 100 being the safest), and Crimegrade gives the city an overall… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | August 16, 2024 | Personal Injury

A leisurely day at Slaughter Park in Laredo, Texas, is meant to be a respite from the everyday grind. However, even in such idyllic settings, unforeseen accidents can occur.  If you are injured at Slaughter Park, you should:  Remain Calm and Assess Your Condition The first step is to evaluate the severity of your injury…. read more

Roderick C. Lopez | August 10, 2024 | Car Accidents

After a car accident, one of the top concerns you may have is how quickly your claim will be settled. You may be waiting on a settlement to pay for repairs and cover your lost wages. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. It may take anywhere from a few weeks to many… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | July 26, 2024 | Personal Injury

The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo, located at 1600 Water Street in Laredo, Texas, has 60 stores, including both popular and high-end brands. Horizon Group Properties manages the shopping center, and it’s a favorite place to shop for many. A day of shopping at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo usually does not include accidents and injuries…. read more

Roderick C. Lopez | June 20, 2024 | Wrongful Death

A wrongful death claim arises under circumstances that would have justified a claim for monetary damages if the victim had not died. Of course, a deceased victim cannot file a lawsuit on their own.  Nevertheless, the Texas Wrongful Death Act allows certain surviving relatives to file a wrongful death claim. This claim aims to collect… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | June 11, 2024 | Car Accidents

Millions of car accidents occur each year in the United States. If you were injured recently in a car accident in Laredo, TX, you may be dealing with medical bills, vehicle repairs, lost wages, and more. You may be able to recover compensation to help you deal with these unexpected costs–and more–if someone else’s negligence… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | June 11, 2024 | Personal Injury

After an accident or personal injury, you may need a settlement check to pay bills and get back on solid financial ground. However, pursuing a personal injury settlement can take time. Depending on the factors involved in your case, it could take months or more than a year to receive a personal injury settlement check… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | June 6, 2024 | Car Accidents

The concept of “right-of-way” can be confusing, even to experienced drivers. Yet, understanding how the right-of-way works and when to yield is a crucial skill. Texas right-of-way laws create rules for traffic flow and state when a motorist needs to let someone else go first. These rules protect motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.  So, how does… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | May 31, 2024 | Texas Law

In a deposition, one party demands testimony from the other party or their witnesses. The testimony is under oath but out of court.  Yes, you can depose the other party or their witnesses–but they can do the same to you. That is how you could end up giving a deposition in a lawsuit that you… read more

Roderick C. Lopez | May 14, 2024 | Wrongful Death

A wrongful death lawsuit is a lawsuit you or your family can file in Texas if a loved one died due to someone else’s negligence. Nothing can bring back a lost family member after a devastating tragedy. However, the law allows a grieving family to recover financial compensation for the responsible party through a wrongful… read more