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Unlicensed Surgeries In Houston Harmed Dozens Of Women

Attorney Lance Walters offers insight into the case An unlicensed surgical assistant in Houston performed dozens of surgical procedures that caused “physical and psychological harm,” according to court documents related to one of many legal cases involving the medical clinic performing the unlicensed medical procedures. "The doctor knows better," attorney Lance Walters of Tracey Fox...

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Seeking Compensation for a Brain Injury After a Truck Accident

Crashes involving semi-trucks can have severe consequences. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most severe and life-altering consequences that can result from truck accidents in Texas and across the nation. These incidents often lead to TBIs due to the sheer force of impact when a commercial semi-truck collides with a smaller vehicle, subjecting passengers...

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Professor Carter Snead Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee

O. Carter Snead, Of Counsel at Tracey Fox & Walters, recently testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C. during a hearing on “The Continued Assault on Reproductive Freedoms in a Post-Dobbs America.” Snead is a Charles E. Rice Professor of Law, Concurrent Professor of Political Science, and Director of the de Nicola Center...

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Trucking Regulations: FMCSA Proposes Streamlining CDL Testing Process

In recent years, the trucking industry has faced driver shortages and increased safety regulations. Addressing the driver shortage while preventing truck accidents requires a balanced approach. On February 2, 2024, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed revisions to existing Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) testing procedures. The organization aims to streamline CDL issuance by:...

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Tire Blowouts Are a Common Cause of Serious Trucking Accidents

Tire blowouts in large commercial trucks are a significant safety concern on major roads and highways throughout Texas. Tire blowouts contribute to a notable number of truck accidents across the United States. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Large Truck Crash Causation Study, about 8,000 truck accidents each year are linked to...

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Houston Considers Restricting Truck Routes to Improve Roadway Safety

Residential neighborhoods are not made for this much commercial use. To improve roadway safety and quality of life, Houston could soon become the largest metro area in the nation to enact a broad truck route plan that limits where large trucks, vans, and tankers can go. The proposed regulation would restrict large commercial motor vehicles...

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Nearly 13% of Commercial Vehicles Fail Inspection in CVSA's Brake Safety Week 2023

When it comes to tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles, staying safe on the road is a big deal— and identifying potential brake problems is a key part of that. Truck accidents are catastrophic, life-altering events that can result in severe injuries and fatalities. That's why regular maintenance and routine safety inspections are essential. Unfortunately,...

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Tracey Fox & Walters Secures $5M Award in Wrongful Death Case

Attorney Lance Walters, a partner at Tracey Fox & Walters, recently obtained a $5 million award for the widow of Jeremy McGee, a Republic Services employee who tragically lost his life on the job. The award, which was four times the pre-trial offer, included compensation for the plaintiff's financial loss, loss of companionship, and mental...

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Fatal Crashes Linked to Lack of Truck Parking

Many road users may not be aware of the dangers of commercial truck parking. However, it's forcing many truckers to stop on the sides of ramps. This has led to dangerous situations leading to serious and fatal truck accidents. In 2021, The American Trucking Association pointed out that for every 11 trucks, there is only...

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