There’s a certain time of year that seems to get under people’s skin. In addition to the hectic holiday season and the sweltering summer, there’s a particular period of time that has the potential to make you more stressed and anxious than ever—yes, we’re talking about tax season. At the J. Gonzalez Injury Attorneys, we… Read More
Year: 2016
by Amber Cortez | June 1st, 2016 | Blog, Personal Injury
Filing Taxes After a Personal Injury Settlement: What You Should Know
by Amber Cortez | May 26th, 2016 | Blog, Wrongful Death
Initiating a Wrongful Death Suit: The Basics
While some of us are lucky enough to say that we have yet to lose someone we truly love, the truth is that countless individuals deal with such losses every second of the every day. When someone who played a major role in your life is gone, picking up the pieces can drain take all… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 24th, 2016 | Blog, Lawsuit, Personal Injury
Personal Injury Claims: On the Rise
With our fast-paced lifestyles and full schedules, a personal injury case is probably the last thing on your mind. This is because situations like car accidents or work-related injuries are two scenarios we almost never expect to encounter. As crazy and unpredictable as life can be, it’s important to focus on the things that matter… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 22nd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog, Lawsuit
When and Where to File a Lawsuit
Figuring out whether or not a certain situation is worthy of filing a lawsuit is a task on its own. While it’s easy to assume that initiating a case is as simple as calling your lawyer and expressing your dissatisfaction with a particular experience, there’s so much more to this process than meets the eye.… Read More
by Amber Cortez | May 19th, 2016 | Blog, Lawsuit
The Basics: When to Sue
Whether you’re in Brownsville or in the heart of McAllen, it’s hard to ignore the countless news headlines we’re bombarded with every day. From lawsuits arising due to hot coffee, or more unorthodox reasons like a lost pair of trousers, it’s quite obvious that the media focuses on the outrageous rather than the practical, which… Read More
by Amber Cortez | April 1st, 2016 | Auto Accident, Legal Representation
Update: Illegal Street Race Leads to Collision in McAllen
No matter how dangerous it is, drag racing on city streets has been glorified on television, films and music for quite some time. Most times when someone is hurt, the realities of the injured are often not detailed. As we covered in a previous blog, one such type of race occurred in McAllen and led… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 23rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit
3 Die in Corpus Christi Car Crash Involving Cell Phone Usage
In Texas, distracted drivers using cell phones cause one out of five car crashes. This alarming trend has become such a widespread epidemic that in 2014, there were 100, 825 collisions involving distracted drivers. Of these accidents, 3,214 suffered serious injuries and 468 drivers or passengers died as a result. This is a 6% increase… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 15th, 2016 | Auto Accident, Blog
Intoxicated Driver Causes Accident in Beaumont Resulting in Death
One of the most inconvenient things a driver can face is having their car break down. Stranded on the side of the road can leave a motorist feeling helpless and unsure of how to handle their problem. If a driver is not mechanically inclined to address minor engine-related issues or other vehicle factors, they’ll have… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 10th, 2016 | Auto Accident
Poor Weather May Have Led to San Antonio School Bus Accident
Just like everything else in life, the weather can play a huge role in what we do or how we go about our day. Occasionally, the climate will give us trouble on the road. A school bus outside of San Antonio recently discovered just how dangerous streets can be when Mother Nature doesn’t create the… Read More
by Amber Cortez | March 3rd, 2016 | Auto Accident, Lawsuit, Legal Representation
Car Accident Lawsuit Ends with $40,000 Compensation for Two Port Arthur Victims
It isn’t unusual to build an urge to drive after obtaining a license. Cruising up and down Business 83 or taking a little road trip to South Padre Island immediately comes to mind. Accidents can happen when we least expect them and they can be overly burdening if another driver is at fault. This was… Read More