Personal Injury

San Antonio Zoo Sued After A Family Was Injured by a Fallen Tree Branch

Published on: May 3, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Children under 14 are the most vulnerable age group for TBIs

San Antonio Zoo Sued for Over 1 million

A San Antonio family has filed a negligence claim against the San Antonio Zoological Society after a tree limb fell on them, causing their young daughter a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and leaving her in a coma for several days, according to a San Antonio Express-News report. According to premises liability law, businesses are required to ensure that their grounds are free of hazards for invitees and licensees. The claim filed by Librado and Crystal Rodriguez claims that the San Antonio Zoological Society was negligent in this duty and is, therefore, responsible for damages related to the accident.

Drunk Driving Increased at Fiesta This Year (2023)

Published on: May 2, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Fiesta celebrations shouldn’t end in tragedy.

Drunk Driving Arrests Up Again During Fiesta

On April 23, 2023, at 4:15 a.m., a 23-year-old woman was pulled from her vehicle deceased after a single-vehicle accident where witnesses say she drove from the access road to I-10 West, hitting the barrier and landing on her roof, according to a KSAT News report. The police did not indicate that this was the result of drunk driving – however, the citizens of San Antonio are well aware that drunk driving incidents frequently end in tragedy like this for the perpetrator or their victims.

San Antonio Patient Sues for Medical Malpractice After Brain Injury

Published on: May 1, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Medical Malpractice is a leading cause of death in the United States

A Tragic Appointment

A now-deceased San Antonio area dentist is being sued for medical malpractice after he incorrectly administered anesthesia and left his patient his severe brain damage. The incident occurred almost exactly a year ago when Maria Elena Lugo Querales went in for a dental procedure requiring anesthesia in May 2022. According to San Antonio Express-News, everything seemed normal at the office, and the doctor appeared to be fine – she was unaware that he had just been reported as a missing person the day prior after getting lost near his home due to a medical condition that was affecting his cognitive abilities. According to the complaint, the dentist administered an incorrectly large dose of anesthesia and left her without a heartbeat and without breathing for long enough for her to contract anoxic encephalopathy, which is a severe injury to the brain due to a lack of oxygen.

San Antonio Zoo Accident Injures Seven Guests

Published on: April 18, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

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In a freak accident, a tree fell on San Antonio Zoo guests on March 15, 2023, injuring seven guests. San Antonio Express-News reported that visitors were sitting on a bench underneath a large tree when they suddenly heard cracking noises from above. Before they had time to react, a large tree limb broke off and fell on top of them. This accident injured five children and two adults, with one of the children in critical condition. A personal injury like this on a business’ property may leave readers wondering if such an injury could lead to a premises liability lawsuit. Let’s take a look at what constitutes a premises liability case in Texas and compare it to what we know about this accident to answer this question.

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The Clinical Pediatrics released a study finding that 70% of the 4,423 children injured at amusement parks each year occur in the summer months between late May to early August.

81-year-old San Antonio Man Mauled to Death by Pitt Bulls

Published on: February 28, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Simple behaviors could make dogs become aggressive

(February 28, 2023) Christian Alexander Moreno has been charged with criminal negligence after his pit bulls mauled an 81-year-old man to death. According to San Antonio Express-News, first responders, including firefighters, responded to the call around 2 p.m. on February 24, 2023, and found the man being dragged across the street by the dogs. They rescued him and his wife, who was also mauled, and transported them to the hospital, where the man later passed away. One of the relatives the couple was visiting and a firefighter captain were also treated for injuries sustained during the rescue, but they were later released along with the man’s 74-year-old widow. Unfortunately, this is not the first time those dogs have been involved in an animal attack, and the owner did not take the proper steps to secure the animals in spite of this.

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Driver of the Vehicle Pulled from the Guadalupe River Identified

Published on: February 27, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Drowning injuries can lead to permanent disability.

(February 27, 2023) Police identified the body of Noel Hernandez (29) after recovering his body from the Guadalupe River in Seguin. According to MYSA News, the Seguin public information officer Jennifer Sourdellia stated that the department received a call after a speeding vehicle on I10 was spotted losing control and tumbling off the bridge and into the Guadalupe River at around 2 a.m. on Thursday, February 9. It took the police several hours to find and extract the vehicle and the deceased driver from the river. As far as they could tell, there were no other passengers, and no injuries were reported from this tragic accident.

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Four-Year-Old Girl Dies in Trailer Fire

Published on: February 15, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

The most common place for a burn injury at home

(February 15, 2023) A four-year-old girl was found dead after being trapped in a trailer that erupted into flames on Sunday, February 12, 2023, on the southwest side of Bexar County. The flames also severely burned two residents of the trailer home, as well as a firefighter and sheriff’s deputy, and two other deputies needed to be treated for smoke inhalation after rescue attempts. This tragedy is currently under investigation by the sheriff’s and fire marshal’s offices, and the identity of the young girl has not been released at this time.

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Two Dead in New Year’s Auto Accident Fire

Published on: January 4, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

Auto accidents can result in serious burns.

(January 4, 2022) New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are by far the worst time of the year for major auto accidents, usually because of drunk driving. This year was no exception. San Antonio Express-News reported an accident on New Year’s Day that resulted in at least two people burning to death after their crashed automobile erupted into flames. The vehicle reportedly swerved across three lanes on I-35 before crashing into a concrete on-ramp pillar and catching fire at 4:30 a.m. on the Northeast side of San Antonio. Burn injuries from auto accidents can be extremely painful and debilitating for their victims and are almost always the result of another party’s negligent actions. Let’s take a look at some ways auto accident victims are burned and the legal recourse available to them.

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Major NFL Sporting Injury Halts Monday Night Football

Published on: January 3, 2023 | by Carabin Shaw

3.5 Million American children are injured in sports every year

(January 3, 2023) Monday night football came to a dramatic halt this week when one player suffered a significant injury during the game. Sports are beneficial in many ways as they provide exercise, fun, teamwork-building skills, and entertainment for millions of Americans every year. However, major NFL players are not the only people to experience significant injuries in sports. It can happen to you or your loved ones at any time and in any sport. So, what do you do if you’ve been injured in a major sports action? What kind of sports injury warrants legal compensation for the victim and their family? Let’s take a look at some major sports injuries and their legal recourse. However, it’s important to keep in mind that every case is unique – always talk to an experienced legal professional about your specific injuries if you wish to seek legal recourse after a major sports accident.

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Don’t Drink and Drive This New Year’s Eve

Published on: December 30, 2022 | by Carabin Shaw

Drink responsibly this New Year’s Eve

(December 30, 2022) New Year’s Eve is tomorrow, and with most of San Antonio back in full swing for the holidays, it’s set to be a night full of celebration and excitement for the coming New Year. Why spoil the fun with a DWI charge? New Year’s Eve is the worst holiday for drunk driving. Encountering drunk drivers is 116% more likely on New Year’s Eve and results in fatalities every year in San Antonio and throughout the United States. Make responsible choices a part of your New Year’s resolutions, and drink responsibly this holiday weekend.

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