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Who Is Liable for Severe Injuries or Death Suffered at Work?

Workplace accidents in Dallas are unfortunately common, and they frequently have devastating consequences for workers and their families. Employers have a legal responsibility t...

Negotiating Settlements vs. Verdicts in Wrongful Death Cases

When deciding between a settlement and a verdict in a Dallas wrongful death case, it’s essential to consult with your attorney. Settlements might offer a sure outcome and timely...

Economic Damages vs. Non-Economic Damages in Injury Cases

When it comes to navigating the legal process of a wrongful death case, understanding the types of damages involved is crucial. There is a legal distinction between economic and...

Wrongful Death in Boating and Recreational Accidents

Boating and other activities on the water are generally intended for fun and recreation and an opportunity to relax. Tragically, these activities can sometimes end in fatal boat...

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Defective Products & Wrongful Death: Product Liability Cases

Consumers have a right to expect products on the market to be safe for use. Defective products can cause serious or fatal injuries to unsuspecting users. Manufacturers and other...

The Role of Expert Witnesses in Wrongful Death Cases

The people we love are the most valuable thing in our lives. We are never really prepared for the death of a loved one, and our hurt is compounded when the loss is caused by the...

Texas Survival Claims: What They Are and How They Work

A survival claim is a legal tool that allows the heir or executor of a deceased person’s estate to bring a personal injury lawsuit on behalf of the deceased person. A survival c...

What Sets The Lenahan Law Firm Apart From Other Firms?

Dallas attorneys at The Lenahan Law Firm focus solely on severe personal injury and wrongful death cases. We provide umatched attention to your case.

The Most Common Causes of Construction Site Falls

Falls are the leading cause of death in construction, as stated by OSHA. In 2020 in the U.S., 351 out of 1,008 construction worker fatalities were caused by falls to a lower lev...

How Does Loss of Consortium Work in Texas?

When someone is seriously injured through the negligence of another, it may not be only the injured person who suffers a loss. The victim’s spouse, children, parents, and other...

Prior Joyriding at Location

Depiction of prior joyriding at location of fatal collision.

Fatal Collision

Depiction of fatal collision at NorthPark Center parking garage

Fatal Collision

Dallas personal injury video: Fatal Collision.

How NorthPark Mall Could Have Prevented Garage Racing Deaths

Watch a video of how NorthPark Mall could have prevented garage racing deaths.

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Trucking Industry Practices That Endanger Us All

Trucking has been a critical part of American transportation for decades. In the last decade, however, there has been a sharp increase in the number of truck-related fatalities...

Were You Hurt by a Dangerous Truck Driver?

Texas leads nation in truck accident fatalities. In a recent year, there 649 commercial motor vehicle fatalities in Texas. hat’s 272 more deaths than the second leading state. A...

Texas Chemical Plant Explosions

Chemical plant explosions happen far too often in Texas. Major incidents in recent years include: ExxonMobil Baytown refinery explosion on December 23, 2021: Four refinery worke...

How to Evaluate a Serious Amazon Delivery Truck Accident

Serious accidents and injuries have been associated with Amazon vehicles, drivers, and Delivery Service Partners. In November 2021, a ProPublica investigation identified more th...

Have Supply Chain Issues Made Dallas Roads More Unsafe?

The Dallas-Fort Worth area has seen a surge in fatal trucking accidents, with crash rates increasing throughout the pandemic. Motor vehicle accidents and fatalities were expecte...

The Risk of a No-Airbag Collision

Airbags have saved thousands of lives over the years, protecting drivers and passengers from serious injuries or death – but what about when the airbag fails to deploy? All vehi...

Drunk Driving: How Alcohol Impairs the Brain

There is no doubt that alcohol consumption impairs the brain and affects driving skills. Alcohol or other drugs are involved in approximately 40% of fatal traffic crashes in the...

How Negligent Drivers Make the Holidays Dangerous

Every year, during the winter holiday session, car accidents spike. This also means a spike in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. The holidays are supposed to be the happiest...

When Poor Truck Maintenance Has Disastrous Results

Most truck accidents are disastrous. When a heavily loaded commercial truck collides with a smaller vehicle, serious or fatal injuries are almost inevitable. How could any ca be...