Thursday, March 31, 2011
Clothes and Food Drive for Republican Sean Duffy
Sean Duffy, current Wisconsin Republican Representative, told constituents at a town hall meeting this week that he struggles to pay bills on $174,000 a year. He complained about being in debt, paying too much for healthcare, and driving a used minivan. The following was posted in response to his comments.
Alex Winslow on the Impact of Loser Pays
Alex Winslow had the opportunity to visit with Scott Braddock on KRLD radio in Dallas about the impact of the "Families Pay Act."
Have a listen here.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Man Sues After American Airlines Cancel His Lifetime Pass
In 1987, Steven Rothstein paid American Airlines approximately $250,000 in order to be able to fly first-class anywhere in the world for the rest of his life. Rothstein later paid American Airlines an additional $150,000 so a companion could go along with him during his flights.
Mr. Rothsein sued American Airlines this week for $7 million claiming the airliner illegally revoked his lifetime pass after the the airlines claimed he fraudulently used the flight passes.
You can read more here.
Mr. Rothsein sued American Airlines this week for $7 million claiming the airliner illegally revoked his lifetime pass after the the airlines claimed he fraudulently used the flight passes.
You can read more here.
Texas Republicans look to mandate invasive sonogram procedure for all abortionsE
If a woman is raped in Texas and impregnated by her assailant, she could soon be forced to endure a second round of physical violation at the hands of the state, thanks to a bill currently speeding its way through the state's legislature.
Please read the full article here for more information.
Please read the full article here for more information.
Texas Supreme Court Cites Star Trek In Opinion
The Texas Supreme Court in Robinson v. Crown cited Mr. Spock from Star Trek making him a legal precedent for interpreting the Texas laws.
Appropriately weighty principles guide our course. First, we recognize that police power draws from the credo that “the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.” Second, while this maxim rings utilitarian and Dickensian (not to mention Vulcan21), it is cabined by something contrarian and Texan: distrust of intrusive government and a belief that police power is justified only by urgency, not expediency.
Footnote 21 reads:
See STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN (Paramount Pictures 1982). The film references several works of classic literature, none more prominently than A Tale of Two Cities. Spock gives Admiral Kirk an antique copy as a birthday present, and the film itself is bookended with the book’s opening and closing passages. Most memorable, of course, is Spock’s famous line from his moment of sacrifice: “Don’t grieve, Admiral. It is logical. The needs of the many outweigh . . .” to which Kirk replies, “the needs of the few.”
Appropriately weighty principles guide our course. First, we recognize that police power draws from the credo that “the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few.” Second, while this maxim rings utilitarian and Dickensian (not to mention Vulcan21), it is cabined by something contrarian and Texan: distrust of intrusive government and a belief that police power is justified only by urgency, not expediency.
Footnote 21 reads:
See STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN (Paramount Pictures 1982). The film references several works of classic literature, none more prominently than A Tale of Two Cities. Spock gives Admiral Kirk an antique copy as a birthday present, and the film itself is bookended with the book’s opening and closing passages. Most memorable, of course, is Spock’s famous line from his moment of sacrifice: “Don’t grieve, Admiral. It is logical. The needs of the many outweigh . . .” to which Kirk replies, “the needs of the few.”
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Do you know what live video surveillance by a defense investigator and social networking (Internet) websites have ...?
If your accident case is big enough, and your claim of injury serious enough, usually there comes a time when the attorneys for the defense will hire a private investigator to have you watched, followed and videotaped.
This tends to happen towards the end of a lawsuit, after you, the hurt plaintiff, has testified at an oral deposition about how badly you've been injured and about all the things you can't do and the activities in which you can no longer participate. Maybe you're back at your job because it does not require much physical exertion, maybe you're still out of work. Defense lawyers live to make "mountains out of molehills," so they look for the
slightest indication that you're not injured - even if you can do something a single time and not more than once. There is no way to show your pain the next day or that you need a heating pad and painkillers that evening from over exerting yourself.
The bad guys are trying to paint a picture of you for the jury; as someone who is not really hurt and, maybe, is a liar or just exaggerated about his or her injuries, so that you don't deserve to be believed at trial.
An investigator can videotape you without getting out of their car. He or she tries to catch you running to cross the street or maybe running to catch a bus, or carrying bags of groceries. Maybe in a laundromat or going to the gym. The most dramatic surveillance videos that I have seen show injured accident victims engaged in sports. Playing football or tennis or even just bicycle riding.
I wish to make two points here, with a third point to follow.
First point, be truthful when testifying about your limitations. There are very few "can'ts" after an accident. Frequently, an injured person may still be able to engage in most of their pre-accident activities. But not as strong, or as long, or as vigorously. So if it's truthful, say "Yes, I can do it. But not too much or too long or too often, and it hurts like heck afterwards."
Second point. Accident victims: be aware if you go outside that you can be followed and be the subject of video surveillance. Video cameras are small and powerful and easy to conceal.
My third point follows and links back to the title of this blawg.
MySpace. FaceBook, etc. By now you've no doubt read about companies that check out
prospective employees' social networking sites over the Internet. Is the job applicant shown in photos doing something incompatible with the company's values? Is she using drugs? Or is he in a state of undress? Or making obscene gestures? Or showing a gang or prison affiliation? These occurrences are all too common these days.
Be especially careful if you're an accident victim. Be wary about posting photographs to a
website that are inconsistent with your claims of physical limitation. And if you can't engage in sports, don't show your blue ribbon for winning a swim meet or a hockey trophy, and so forth.
The best policy if you're claiming injury from an accident is to tell the truth. And be aware and on your guard in what you do.
I thought this was interesting. Article link here.
Contact Stephen "Bulldog" Daniel
This tends to happen towards the end of a lawsuit, after you, the hurt plaintiff, has testified at an oral deposition about how badly you've been injured and about all the things you can't do and the activities in which you can no longer participate. Maybe you're back at your job because it does not require much physical exertion, maybe you're still out of work. Defense lawyers live to make "mountains out of molehills," so they look for the
slightest indication that you're not injured - even if you can do something a single time and not more than once. There is no way to show your pain the next day or that you need a heating pad and painkillers that evening from over exerting yourself.
The bad guys are trying to paint a picture of you for the jury; as someone who is not really hurt and, maybe, is a liar or just exaggerated about his or her injuries, so that you don't deserve to be believed at trial.
An investigator can videotape you without getting out of their car. He or she tries to catch you running to cross the street or maybe running to catch a bus, or carrying bags of groceries. Maybe in a laundromat or going to the gym. The most dramatic surveillance videos that I have seen show injured accident victims engaged in sports. Playing football or tennis or even just bicycle riding.
I wish to make two points here, with a third point to follow.
First point, be truthful when testifying about your limitations. There are very few "can'ts" after an accident. Frequently, an injured person may still be able to engage in most of their pre-accident activities. But not as strong, or as long, or as vigorously. So if it's truthful, say "Yes, I can do it. But not too much or too long or too often, and it hurts like heck afterwards."
Second point. Accident victims: be aware if you go outside that you can be followed and be the subject of video surveillance. Video cameras are small and powerful and easy to conceal.
My third point follows and links back to the title of this blawg.
MySpace. FaceBook, etc. By now you've no doubt read about companies that check out
prospective employees' social networking sites over the Internet. Is the job applicant shown in photos doing something incompatible with the company's values? Is she using drugs? Or is he in a state of undress? Or making obscene gestures? Or showing a gang or prison affiliation? These occurrences are all too common these days.
Be especially careful if you're an accident victim. Be wary about posting photographs to a
website that are inconsistent with your claims of physical limitation. And if you can't engage in sports, don't show your blue ribbon for winning a swim meet or a hockey trophy, and so forth.
The best policy if you're claiming injury from an accident is to tell the truth. And be aware and on your guard in what you do.
I thought this was interesting. Article link here.
Personal Injury FAQ's
A personal injury can result from negligence, auto accident or medical malpractice. If you are a victim of personal injury then you can file a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent individual or authority. Personal injury law provides financial compensation to help the victims of personal injury to recover from their losses.
However, if you are planning to file a personal injury lawsuit then you must familiarize yourself with various issues involved in filing a personal injury lawsuit.
1. Is there any time limit to file a personal injury lawsuit?
Yes, indeed there is a time limit within which you must file your personal injury lawsuit. In Texas, generally, it is two years for personal injuries.
If the Statute of Limitations has expired then you cannot file a lawsuit. Therefore make sure to file your lawsuit within the Statute of Limitations.
2. What sorts of damages which can be claimed under Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury law provides compensation for various types of personal injuries including conscious pain, suffering and trauma. In case you have suffered some additional damages such as damage to vehicle/property, then it is covered as well.
3. How can I win my case?
If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit it is best to hire a personal injury lawyer. Most of the personal injury lawyers work on contingency basis where you are not required to pay anything before hiring a lawyer. Your lawyer will only receive a percentage of amounts from the final compensation amount if he/she wins your case.
Most of the defendant’s hire aggressive defense lawyers who work for the best interest of their clients. Therefore it is best to consult a personal injury lawyer. Your injury lawyer will help you steer clear of any complications arising out of your personal injury lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer will help you receive justice and compensation you deserve.
Contact Stephen "Bulldog" Daniel
However, if you are planning to file a personal injury lawsuit then you must familiarize yourself with various issues involved in filing a personal injury lawsuit.
1. Is there any time limit to file a personal injury lawsuit?
Yes, indeed there is a time limit within which you must file your personal injury lawsuit. In Texas, generally, it is two years for personal injuries.
If the Statute of Limitations has expired then you cannot file a lawsuit. Therefore make sure to file your lawsuit within the Statute of Limitations.
2. What sorts of damages which can be claimed under Personal Injury Law?
Personal injury law provides compensation for various types of personal injuries including conscious pain, suffering and trauma. In case you have suffered some additional damages such as damage to vehicle/property, then it is covered as well.
3. How can I win my case?
If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit it is best to hire a personal injury lawyer. Most of the personal injury lawyers work on contingency basis where you are not required to pay anything before hiring a lawyer. Your lawyer will only receive a percentage of amounts from the final compensation amount if he/she wins your case.
Most of the defendant’s hire aggressive defense lawyers who work for the best interest of their clients. Therefore it is best to consult a personal injury lawyer. Your injury lawyer will help you steer clear of any complications arising out of your personal injury lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer will help you receive justice and compensation you deserve.
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