What Is the Eggshell Skull Rule and How Does It Protect Vulnerable People?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Brain Injuries, Car Accidents, Personal Injury on Wednesday, August 26, 2020.

Some of us have physical conditions that make us more susceptible to serious injury. For example, someone with brittle bone syndrome might suffer broken bones and serious pain due to an accident, while others might walk away unscathed. The person at fault for a motor vehicle acc...

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Negligent Hiring of Truck Drivers Leads to Serious Accidents

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Truck Accidents on Wednesday, August 19, 2020.

Unlike a typical car accident, the liability in a truck accident can fall on multiple parties. The truck driver is the most obvious. Yet, the trucking company itself may also be held liable in certain situations. Have you heard of negligent hiring? One way a trucking company can...

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Should You Apologize After a Car Accident?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on Wednesday, August 12, 2020.

The aftermath of a car accident is emotional. People are upset, frustrated, shocked and someone may be physically injured, too. In this situation, it’s almost a reflex to apologize, even if you’re not entirely sure that you’re the one to blame. In an auto accident, you must...

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How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts Mesothelioma Patients

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Wednesday, August 5, 2020.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted society in many predictable and unpredictable ways. Now that the virus has been with us for six months, we’re beginning to see how one group—mesothelioma sufferers—is affected by the toll COVID-19 is taking on the medical system, legal sys...

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Fatal Commercial Truck Accidents: Your Rights Explained

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Wrongful Death on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

Due to their sheer size and nature, accidents involving commercial trucks are often fatal. If you’ve lost a loved one due to a crash with a commercial truck, you may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim for your loss in Texas. What Is a Wrongful Death Claim? A wrongful ...

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Major Cosmetic Brands Continue to Move Away From Talc Products

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Tuesday, July 21, 2020.

In the past couple of months, reports have surfaced regarding the use of talc, a potentially dangerous substance, in modern-day cosmetics. According to a recent report by Thomson Reuters, cosmetic brands Chanel, Revlon, and L’Oréal are quietly moving away from using talc produ...

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Late-Appearing Car Accident Injuries: Are You Entitled to Compensation?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Personal Injury on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.

Car accidents have the potential to cause serious physical and psychological injuries. While some injuries such as broken bones and burns may be immediate, other injuries don’t show symptoms until days or weeks later. Yet, you’re entitled to compensation for all injuries, reg...

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What Happens If You’re Involved in an Accident With an Uninsured Motorist?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Car Accidents on Tuesday, July 7, 2020.

Car insurance is critical to protect yourself and your family from costly accidents while out on the road. Unfortunately, many motorists across the country and throughout Texas travel without proper insurance. What happens if you become a victim of a car crash involving an uninsu...

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Johnson & Johnson Discontinues Talc-Based Baby Powder in US & Canada

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Mesothelioma on Friday, June 26, 2020.

Last year, several reports revealed evidence that Johnson & Johnson knew its famous baby powder was sometimes tainted with cancer-causing asbestos. Unfortunately, they hid the information for decades. This year, multiple lawsuits against the company have continued to move th...

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Who’s at Fault for Your Injuries After a Commercial Truck Accident?

On behalf of Ted B Lyon & Associates posted in Commercial Vehicle Accidents on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.

Texas continues to see a considerable amount of commercial truck accidents each year. Due to their size and weight, truck accidents tend to be more severe than any other type of motor vehicle accident. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, you might be wondering how to re...

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