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Calendar with the 31st circled in red representing a personal injury statute of limitations deadline | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

Personal Injury Statute of Limitations by State: Key Deadlines

Author: Shelby Benavidez   Contributing Attorney:  Olivia Chapa, attorney  TL;DR: Key Takeaways   Most people donโ€™t think about legal deadlines right after an accident. Understandably so โ€“ your focus is usually on medical care, recovery, and trying to get life back on track. Unfortunately, thereโ€™s a hidden issue that can quietly determine whether you ever recover compensation at all: the personal injury statute of limitations

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Man driving a car in Texas with an open bottle of liquor on the passenger seat | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

Texas Open Container Laws: What You Need to Know When Leaving Holiday Parties with Alcoholย 

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Mark Oโ€™Donnell, attorney  TL;DR: Key Takeaways  The holidays are a time for celebration. Dinner with friends, office parties, and family gatherings often include food, laughter, and a glass (or two) of wine. At the end of the night, itโ€™s common to leave with leftovers. Sometimes that means a plate of food wrapped in foil. Other

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Old television showing a scene from My Cousin Vinny with overlay text โ€œAttorney Reactsโ€ and Daniel Stark Attorney Sean Szlachtowski | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

Attorney Reacts: What Movies and TV Shows Get Right (and Wrong) About the Lawย 

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Sean Szlachtowski, attorney  TL;DR: Key Takeaways  Courtroom dramas and legal shows are some of Hollywoodโ€™s favorite playgrounds. From Joe Pesciโ€™s unforgettable performance in My Cousin Vinny to Harvey Specterโ€™s swagger in Suits, the law often gets the Hollywood treatment: entertaining but not always accurate.  As practicing trial lawyers, we canโ€™t help but watch these courtroom scenes through

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Road sign reading at-fault vs no-fault states on highway | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

At-Faultย vs.ย No-Faultย States: Key Legal Differences Explainedย 

Author: Shelby Benavidez   Contributing Attorney: Spencer Smith, attorney team lead  TL;DR: Key Takeaways   Car accidents are stressful enough when you’re dealing with the loss of a vehicle and trying to recover from your injuries. When insurance is involved, it can become even more stressful with liability questions and figuring out who actually pays.   Unfortunately, whoโ€™s responsible for damages depends on the state you live in. Some states follow a no-fault system. Others,

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Texas DWI - You Can't Afford It | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

DWI, DUI, OWI โ€“ What’s the Difference in Texas?

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Sean Szlachtowski, attorney  TL;DR: Knowing the Difference Between DWI, DUI, and OWI  Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious offense in Texas for drivers of any age. Not only are you risking fines and jail time, but you are also putting your life and the life of other drivers at

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A row of RoundUp spray bottles on a store shelf | Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers

RoundUp: Everything You Need to Know About Public Use, Lawsuits, and Bansย 

Author: Shelby Benavidez  Contributing Attorney: Jason Ferguson, attorney TL;DR: Key Takeaways About RoundUp  Controversy Surrounding RoundUp   What is RoundUp?   RoundUp is a popular herbicide containing glyphosate, a synthetic chemical compound ingredient that kills plants by destroying the vital enzymes that plants need to grow, and is used mostly by farmers, landscapers, and home gardeners. Itโ€™s particularly common in combination with genetically modified crops

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