Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Camille Pace, attorney TL;DR A deposition is sworn testimony given outside of court during the discovery phase of a case. Lawyers from both sides ask questions, and a court reporter records everything you say. Depositions help attorneys gather facts, preserve testimony, and prepare for trial. Most depositions last a few hours, and
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Olivia Chapa, attorney TL;DR: Key Takeaways on Car Accident Injury Evidence After a car accident, the first concern is usually safety. But once the initial shock fades, what happens next? For many people, the legal and insurance process can feel like too much to handle on their own. You may know you’re injured, but proving it is another challenge entirely. That’s where medical evidence
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Michael Loh, partner The Jaws of Life® is a critical piece of equipment for firefighters all over the world. It is used to pry open cars after a wreck, freeing people who are trapped inside. But how does it work? And why is it so important? Firefighters call the first 60 minutes
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Mark O’Donnell, attorney Dog bites are not just shocking and medically serious – they can carry legal consequences. Whether you’re a dog owner or not, it’s important to understand that certain breeds are more likely to bite and cause injury to children and which breeds pose the least risk. Which Dog Breed Has the Highest Bite Rate? Data from public health studies and animal behavior research consistently show that Pit Bulls have the highest bite rate among all breeds.
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Attorney: Jason Ferguson, attorney You walk away from a car accident thinking you’re okay. Maybe your car has damage, maybe your adrenaline is still pumping – but physically, you feel fine. Then a day or two later, something changes. Your lower back feels stiff. Sitting at your desk becomes uncomfortable. By the end of the week, the pain
Author: Shelby Benavidez Contributing Professional: Dawson Skow, Life Impact Analyst Recovering from an accident can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Whether you were injured in a car crash, a slip and fall, or another traumatic event, your body needs time to heal. One of the most important, yet often overlooked, parts of the recovery process is sleep. When you get quality sleep after an
