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A construction worker fell 30 feet off of a piece of scaffolding and landed on concrete while working on a hotel in north Bexar County. The worker was wearing a helmet and a harness when he fell.

The worker, whose name has not been released, was a 30-year-old man. He was working at the JW Marriott Resort construction site when the accident took place.

Emergency medical services were dispatched and arrived at the scene around 10 a.m. The worker, who was unconscious when they arrived, was airlifted to UniversityHospital.

Information about his current condition has not been released, and the cause of the construction site accident remains unclear. The construction company running the site, Austin Commercial, said only that they were investigating the incident.

According to a member of the Bexar Bulverde Fire Department, “You could tell he had some internal injuries and possibly some brain trauma as well.”

To read more about this Texas construction site accident, click here for the full story.

If you have been injured on the job, contact Fears | Nachawati today. We are a Texas personal injury law firm that represents victims of construction site accidents. For a free legal consultation, contact Fears | Nachawati at info@fnlawfirm.com or 1.866.705.7584.

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What started out as a hit-and-run car accident ended with one of the drivers being shot and killed by a security guard.

The bizarre series of events started with a car crash in Austin, Texas. One of the drivers left the scene of the accident but later returned and ran over one of the passengers involved in the wreck. An apartment security guard witnessed the accident and fired several shots at the fleeing man. The man wound up dead from the gun shots.

In the early morning hours on Monday, a Chevy Tahoe struck a pickup truck at the entrance to an apartment complex. Police believe, however, that it was no accident.

The accident, says APD Sgt. Joseph Chacon, came as a result of a verbal altercation between the two drivers. After striking the pickup truck, the driver of the Tahoe, 29-year-old Gerardo Martinez, immediately drove away.

The driver of the Tahoe returned to the scene only a few minutes later. The security officer ordered the man out of the car. After the driver stopped, a passenger exited the vehicle and was run over when Martinez slammed on the gas.

The Tahoe then headed straight towards the security guard, causing the security guard, in his words, to fear for his life. He then opened fire on the Tahoe, completely unloading his clip.

After being shot at, the driver of the Tahoe left the scene for a third time and was stopped just a few blocks away by police. He had been hit by the gun shots and was taken to an area hospital where he later died.

Investigators do not currently anticipate any charges being brought against the security guard.

Click here to read more about the events surrounding this fatal shooting.

Fears | Nachawati is a Texas personal injury law firm that also represents family members in bringing wrongful death legal claims. In tragic situations such as these, where one person’s reckless and intentional acts result in the death of an innocent person, it may be possible to seek compensation through a Texas wrongful death lawsuit.

To receive a free legal consultation from a Texas personal injury attorney, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free helpline at 1.866.705.7584.

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UT linebacker Sergio Kindle crashed into an Austin apartment complex in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 1^st when his car veered off the road. Kindle was sending text messages when his car struck a curb, causing him to lose control of his vehicle. The car then crashed into one of the apartments located in the Jefferson West complex on Rio Grande street.

Kindle suffered a concussion. The car was also carrying a passenger who was not injured.

A representative for Kindle contacted the apartment’s management company later Wednesday morning and stated that Kindle would cover the $8,000 worth of damages.

Austin police are considering filing the charge of leaving the scene of the accident against Kindle, which is a misdemeanor. According to Cpl. Scott Perry of the APD, simply leaving a note at the scene would have relieved Kindle of any wrongdoing.

Ashley Zapata lives in the apartment struck by Kindle. Zapata’s bedroom was damaged in the accident. She has since hired an attorney to help her recover compensation for the damage to her personal property, which includes personal belongings and furniture.

Zapata’s attorney is hopeful that the matter can be resolved outside of court.

In July of 2007, Kindle, who is widely considered to be the Longhorn’s top returning defensive player, was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

For more on the car accident and statements from Zapata’s attorney, click here.

As this story shows, car accidents do not always end in injury to those involved. Rather, sometimes it is personal property that is damaged. Victims of car accidents have just as much right to compensation for damage to their property as for personal injuries.

If you have been injured in a car accident, or if your personal property has been damaged, contact the Texas law firm of Fears | Nachawati. For a free consultation from a Texas personal injury lawyer, email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584.

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In Auto Accidents, 18 wheeler accidents, motorcycle accidents and truck accidents, what damages are you entitled to as an injured person?  Missing some of the damages that the insurance will not tell you about could be crucial when it comes to the potential money that you will receive out of settlement or your case, which is the reason it is important to consider hiring a competent, trustworthy lawyer in times when you need legal help or legal advice. 

For all of our loyal readers, our law firm, Fears | Nachawati, wrote this short blog article touching on some damages that may be claimed in personal injury claims and suits arising from truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, 18 wheeler semi tractor trailer accident, and auto accidents. 

If you are involved in an accident and sustain injuries, you could, if the facts support it, make claims for the following:

Medical Bills and Expenses

Lost Wages

Loss of Wage Earning Capacity

Physical Impairment

Permanent Disfigurement

Loss of Consortium

Loss of Inheritance

Wrongful Death

Costs and Expenses of Suit

Prejudgment and Postjudgment Interest

Punitive Damages

Loss of Household Services

Pain, Suffering & Mental Anguish

It takes an intelligent lawyer to concisely portray your case in the best light possible so as to maximize your recovery.  Our team of trial lawyers at Fears | Nachawati, will go to trial at any given time to protect your rights and pursue justice. 

If you need legal help of legal advice, call us to set up a free phone or in office consultation by email at mn@fnlawfirm.com or by toll free phone 1.866.705.7584.  Our firm has successfully represented thousands of Texans living in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Fort Worth.

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