If you've been injured on the job and are receiving workman's comp coverage, you may be wondering if you're entitled to mileage reimbursement for traveling to and from your doctor appointments. The answer is yes, in most cases. Here's what you need … [Read more...]
Why relying on Google for legal issues can be dangerous
Google has become the go-to source for information on just about everything, including legal issues. While it may seem like a convenient and cost-effective option to search for legal advice online, it can be very dangerous. Here's why. One of the … [Read more...]
What Is the Collaborative Divorce Process?
How Does It Differ from Other Forms of Divorce? How Do You Know If It's Right for You? Your marriage has ended and the only way forward is through a divorce. But you're tired of all the rancor, or you may still have a good relationship with your … [Read more...]
Boating Accidents in Texas
What You Must Do After an Accident | Determining Liability after a Water-Related Accident According to statistics compiled by the federal government, the state of Texas ranks 7th in the nation for the number of private boats on its waterways, with … [Read more...]
Qualifying to File a Social Security Disability Claim
What Must You Show to Be Eligible for SSDI Benefits? You've been hurt, but not at work, or you're suffering from an illness that makes it difficult or impossible for you to work. You don't have any employer-sponsored disability insurance. Even … [Read more...]
Understanding the Texas Dog Bite Laws
Your Rights When You Have Been Injured by a Dog In the vast majority of situations, a dog will live up to the reputation as being "man's best friend. Unfortunately, though, there are too many dog owners who either encourage or condone aggressive … [Read more...]
What Is White Collar Crime in Texas?
How Does It Differ from Other Crimes? What Are Some Common Examples? There's an entire category of criminal activity commonly referred to as white-collar crime. Though the term is a relatively modern one, first used in 1939, the offenses that fall … [Read more...]
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Claims in Texas
Your Rights When Another Motorist Has Inadequate Insurance Texas is what is referred to as an "at-fault" state for the purposes of motor vehicle insurance. That means that, when you've been injured in a car, truck or motorcycle accident caused by … [Read more...]
The Different Types of Cybercrimes
Criminal Offenses in Cyberspace It's a whole new world, one where big brother can be watching at any time, one where you can find yourself facing criminal charges for something you posted or did on a desktop computer or even on a mobile device. … [Read more...]
What to be aware of after a car wreck?
After a car accident, there are several things to look out for, including obvious injuries such as cuts and bruises that require immediate attention. Additionally, it is important to be aware of head injuries, which are often defined as traumatic … [Read more...]
How do attorney fees get paid in workers comp?
In Texas, the way attorneys get paid is as follows: once the attorney completes work on a case, they submit it to the division for review. If the work is approved, the division sends out a notice to the client, the attorney, the insurance carrier, … [Read more...]
We have your best interests in mind at Bailey & Galyen
Earlier today, a woman came in with a three-month-old baby. She wanted to establish custody, visitation, and child support. She had the option to pay me several thousand dollars to handle these matters or to go to the attorney general's office and … [Read more...]
