I'm Paul Wieneskie and I handle Civil Appeals for Bailey & Galyen. I started my career in 1982 as a briefing attorney for the Court of Appeals in Tyler. I quickly fell in love with appellate law and have specialized in that area ever since. I have … [Read more...]
Texas Courts are Starting to Relax on COVID Restrictions
I'm Keith Spencer, a family law attorney with Bailey & Gaylen. As we slowly emerge from the pandemic lockdown, the courts are starting to relax a few more restrictions on courtroom hearings and in person testimony. Although the Texas Supreme Court … [Read more...]
Employment Law: What You Can Expect as A Monetary Settlement for Your Claims
I'm Jamie Gilmore, an employment attorney with Bailey & Galyen. My legal practice and my employment section at Bailey & Galyen are solely dedicated to representing employees. Everyday, I take calls from individuals with questions about a situation … [Read more...]
Recovering Compensation for a Rideshare Accident Injury in Texas
Comparing Rideshare Accidents to Other Motor Vehicle Accidents Ridesharing is now an ordinary part of life in Texas and across America. Companies such as Uber and Lyft have created easy and affordable ways for people to travel to the airport, go out … [Read more...]
Statistics Show Increase in Car Accidents during Pandemic
Number of Car Accidents Increases During Pandemic Americans Have Been Driving Less but Crashing More The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released its first data about motor vehicle safety during the COVID-19 crisis and … [Read more...]
Estate Planning for Parents of Small Children
Why Young Families Need an Effective Estate Plan Estate planning is for people approaching their golden years, right? Unfortunately, far too many parents believe that and fail to adequately prepare for what will happen in the event of their untimely … [Read more...]
The Statute of Limitations in Texas Slip-and-Fall Claims
How Long Do You Have to File a Premises Liability Claim? In Texas, as in all states, owners and persons in control of residential or commercial property have a legal duty to maintain the premises in a way that minimizes the risk of injury to anyone … [Read more...]
Does a Contested Divorce Take More Time to Complete than an Uncontested Divorce?
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Texas Why Would a Divorce Be Contested? Do Contested Divorces Take Longer? When the bonds of marriage are irreparably broken, divorce is typically the only option. You may have conflicting concerns, however, … [Read more...]
The Rights of Passengers in Motor Vehicle Accidents
When Can You Recover Compensation? When you’re behind the wheel in Texas and suffer injury because of the wrongful or careless act of another motorist, you have the right to seek full and fair compensation for your losses. But what if you’re a … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Miranda Rights in Texas
The Constitutional Safeguards Available When You’re Detained by Police Because they understood the power of government officials and potential for abuses within the ranks of law enforcement, the founding fathers included specific language in the … [Read more...]
What to Do If Your Car Insurance Company Denies a Claim
Evaluating Your Options If you assume that, when you have a legitimate claim under an insurance policy, you’ll get a timely and fair payout, it’s likely you’ve never had to file an insurance claim. Here’s the simple truth: insurance companies are … [Read more...]
Will I Have to Pay for Medical Care After an Accident?
How Are Medical Bills Paid After a Motor Vehicle Accident? When you’re hurt in an automobile accident, the first and most important thing you need to do is take care of your health. As a general rule, the sooner you get medical treatment, the less … [Read more...]
