Recent Blog Posts
Negligent Security in Hotels, Airports & Transit Facilities
Travel should be safe, whether you are staying overnight in a hotel, catching a flight, or using public transportation. Unfortunately, preventable crimes such as assaults, robberies, and other violent incidents can occur when property owners and operators fail to provide adequate security. At Turley Law Firm, a Dallas personal injury law firm representing injury… Read More »
When Autopilot Fails: Liability for ADAS Crashes
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and so-called “autopilot” technology are increasingly common on Texas roads. Automakers promote these systems as cutting-edge safety innovations designed to reduce human error. Yet when autopilot or driver-assist technology fails, the consequences can be catastrophic. Serious collisions involving lane-keeping systems, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and hands-free driving… Read More »
SUV Rollover Risk & Automaker Design Defects
Sport utility vehicles remain popular with Texas drivers because of their size, versatility, and perceived safety advantages. Yet SUVs also carry an elevated risk of rollover accidents, particularly during emergency maneuvers or high-speed crashes. When a rollover occurs, the consequences are often severe, resulting in traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, crushing injuries, or… Read More »
Where Do Most Car Accidents Occur?
Car accidents can happen anywhere, on the road or in a parking lot, in a city or on a long stretch of an interstate highway, etc. Certain types of locations, however, have a greater-than-average share of traffic accidents. Below, we discuss the types of places that see more than their fair share of crashes…. Read More »
Electric Vehicle Fires After Impact: When an Automotive Design Defect Puts Your Life at Risk
Electric vehicles (EVs) are celebrated for their environmental benefits and cutting-edge technology. But when things go wrong, especially after a crash, they can pose unique dangers. One of the most alarming risks is post-impact fires, which may stem not from driver error but from automotive design defects. For victims and their families, these fires… Read More »
Volunteer Coaches & Youth Sports Abuse: Who Is Liable?
Youth sports play an important role in children’s development, teaching teamwork, discipline, and confidence. But when abuse occurs in a sports setting, particularly sexual abuse by a coach, volunteer, or other adult supervisor, the impact on victims and families can be devastating. In Texas, victims of youth sports abuse have legal rights to pursue… Read More »
Underride Accidents: When Cars Slide Under Trucks
Underride accidents are some of the most devastating crashes on Texas roads. These collisions occur when a passenger vehicle slides underneath the trailer of an 18-wheeler, often shearing off the top of the car and causing catastrophic or fatal injuries to vehicle occupants. While federal safety regulations and industry standards require measures to prevent… Read More »
What Is the Time Limit to Sue for Clergy Sex Abuse in Texas?
Clergy sexual abuse is one of the most devastating forms of betrayal a child or adult can experience. For many survivors, it can take years or even decades to process the trauma and feel ready to pursue justice. Fear of facing an accuser, confusion brought about by years of grooming, and other psychological factors… Read More »
Who’s Responsible in an Uber or DoorDash Crash?
Rideshare and delivery services like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash have transformed how we travel and receive goods. But when an accident happens involving one of these drivers, whether you’re a passenger, pedestrian, or another motorist, the question of who is legally responsible becomes more complicated than in a typical car crash. These drivers operate… Read More »
When Is a Property Owner Liable for a Sexual Assault That Occurs on Their Premises?
Sexual assault is a deeply traumatic experience that can have long-lasting emotional, physical, and psychological consequences. In many cases, the person who commits the assault can and should face criminal charges and prosecution. However, civil liability may also come into play, particularly when the assault occurs on someone else’s property. Under Texas law, a… Read More »
