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SUGAR LAND, Texas – According to Sugar Land police, two individuals were transported to a hospital following an 18-wheeler overturning. The semi-truck lost its load in the process. The incident took place at Crabb River Road near the Grand Parkway. The current conditions of the injured and the extent of their involvement in the incident have not been released. No further information is currently available. Those affected by this crash deserve answers and accountability from those at fault Although not enough details about this incident have been released to draw definitive conclusions, it is known that most roadway accidents are entirely avoidable. Yet, these preventable accidents continue to happen. To determine all the factors that contributed to this incident, we must look beyond the initial police report. Dashcam footage and the truck’s speed and braking data from the black box will provide important information about the events leading up to the crash.…

INDIANA — Centropneus SRL has announced a recall of 640 Michelin CrossClimate 2 tires, size 255/60R18 112V XL, due to a labeling issue that may increase the risk of a crash. According to information filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the affected tires do not display the required DOT certification symbol on the sidewall. The absence of this marking means the tires fail to meet the standards outlined in Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139. Without the DOT symbol, the tires could be used in unapproved or unsafe applications, posing a safety risk. The recall applies only to the specific tire size and model identified. Contact The Ammons Law Firm if You Were Injured by a Defective Tire If you or a loved one has been injured or killed by a defective tire, the Ammons Law Firm is here to help. Our dedicated, experienced tire defect lawyers understand the devastating impact of these tragic accidents on families, and we have…

INDIANAPOLIS —  A deadly crash involving a box truck and a bicyclist on the southwest side of the city occurred Friday afternoon. The incident happened at the intersection of Miller Street and South Lynhurst Drive. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the crash was fatal. Details about the cause of the crash and the identity of the victim have not yet been released. Thoughts on Bicyclist and Semi-truck Accidents While we do not have enough information to draw any conclusions regarding this accident, one thing is for sure — pedal-cyclist deaths are on the rise. In 2021, 966 pedal cyclists were killed in traffic crashes compared to 738 in 2017 (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Trained professionals must investigate this accident to determine if any wrongdoing occurred. Commercial trucks are responsible for being vigilant on the roadways for smaller vehicles and bicyclists. This means no distractions, obeying all speed limits, and adhering to all road…

["Malicious prosecution," which covers the bringing of civil and administrative quasi-judicial complaints and not just criminal complaints, becomes especially relevant given a recent Colorado Supreme Court decision limiting defamation claims.] Say Devon goes to some government body and accuses Pat of committing a crime: maybe rape, or theft, or fraud, or whatever else. Pat wants to sue Devon, claiming these allegations are factually false. It turns out there are two possible tort theories for Pat to use, each with its own constraints. The most well-known is defamation, the theory being that Devon said something about Pat that was false. But the other is "malicious prosecution," the theory being that Devon brought about a government action against Pat, based on something false. Confusingly, the term extends both to bringing about criminal proceedings (what we normally view as "prosecution") and bringing about civil proceedings. (Sometimes, the…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ford Motor Company is recalling approximately 700,000 vehicles due to a defect that could lead to engine fires, according to a safety alert issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects select 2021–2024 Ford Bronco Sport and 2020–2022 Ford Escape SUVs. According to Ford, the fuel injectors in these vehicles may develop cracks, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to leak into the engine compartment. If fuel comes into contact with a hot surface under the hood, there is a risk of ignition, which could lead to a vehicle fire. Contact The Ammons Law Firm if You Were Injured in a Defective Vehicle If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a vehicle accident, the Ammons Law Firm is here to help. Our dedicated, experienced vehicle defect attorneys understand the devastating impact of these tragic accidents on families, and we have a proven track record of holding automotive manufacturers…

If generative AI was the biggest story in legal tech in 2023 and 2024, agentic AI is proving to be the most talked-about topic of 2025. Spurring this, at least in part, has been Thomson Reuters’ announcement of its forthcoming release of a new agentic version of CoCounsel, its AI legal assistant, that will be able to plan, reason and execute complex multi-step workflows for legal professionals. On this episode of LawNext, we will dive deep into this next generation of AI legal assistants with two guests who are at the forefront of this field, leading the development of CoCounsel’s next generation: Emily Colbert and Rawia Ashraf. Both joined Thomson Reuters back in 2013 through its acquisition of Practical Law, where they cut their teeth building practice-focused products for lawyers. Now, they are leading the charge on the evolution of CoCounsel into a new generation of agentic workflows, with Colbert overseeing CoCounsel’s litigation portfolio, while Rawia…

As a Social Security disability attorney, Lyme disease cases represent a complex, frustrating, and often misunderstood type of disabling chronic illness. While the acute phase of Lyme disease is widely recognized and typically responsive to antibiotics, a subset of individuals develop long-lasting symptoms—often referred to as “chronic Lyme disease” or “Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome” (PTLDS). These cases are challenging both medically and legally, particularly when pursuing Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. In this blog post I will discuss winning strategies that I have used over the past few years to develop a compelling case for benefits based on Lyme disease. Lyme Disease – the Basics Lyme disease is caused by a bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted by ticks. While early-stage Lyme disease is well understood, PTLDS is still gaining wider medical acceptance. A…

Legally, you can date during a divorce in DuPage County, but that does not mean you should. Many aspects of dating could affect the split, perhaps prolonging the process, complicating custody talks, and stressing you financially. A divorce lawyer in Illinois can help you be proactive about dating and divorce and your responsibilities as a parent or spouse. Call Erlich Law Office at (630) 538-5331 for advice. Can Dating During Divorce Impact Child Custody and Support? Dating during divorce can affect child custody and support. That does not mean it always does. Illinois family courts focus on the best interests of the child. While dating alone is not necessarily a negative factor, the circumstances of your dating life may raise concerns. The following variables related to dating could be harmful: A new partner with a questionable background (examples: undermining the child’s relationship with the other parent, a criminal history, substance abuse issues,…

Swen Werner, My Digital Truth, has published The Physics Of Law. Here is the abstract. This paper interrogates the structural preconditions of lawful decision-making by showing that law is a symbolic system grounded in logical coherence, semantic stability, and operational consistency. It argues that contemporary legal interpretation increasingly abandons these foundational requirements, leading to a form of institutional dysfunction where law devolves into a belief system. Drawing from Roman legal architecture, computational logic, and legal theory, the paper reframes rights not as normative entitlements but as structurally necessary constraints within a rule-based system. It proposes a non-normative justification for private property as a logical gate enabling coherent legal action among actors with equal rights and no default duties. Through critical analysis of machine adjudication, AI unreliability, and copyright enforcement, it illustrates how legal coherence is…

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A 38-year-old man was killed Tuesday morning after his motorcycle collided with a semi-truck on Southern Boulevard near Lang Road. According to reports, Francisco Renta was riding a 2005 Suzuki GSXR 1000 at the time of the crash when a semi-truck was making a left turn from westbound Southern Boulevard onto Lang Road when the motorcycle, traveling eastbound in the center lane, struck the rear axle area of the trailer. Paramedics arrived to find the motorcyclist unresponsive. Renta was pronounced dead at the scene. Commercial trucks have a responsibility to adhere to safety rules Truck drivers must always keep in mind that they share the roadways with smaller vehicles (such as motorcycles). This is why they must be careful not to misjudge distance, be aware of blind spots, avoid distractions during driving, and maintain a safe speed. Semi-trucks have a responsibility to follow road safety rules. When they fail to do this, and someone is seriously or…

LEON COUNTY, Texas – Two men from Bryan lost their lives in a fatal crash Wednesday morning at the intersection of FM 39 and County Road 344. According to reports, a 1999 Peterbilt tractor-trailer was heading north on FM 39 and was turning onto CR 344 when a 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe, also traveling northbound, crashed into the trailer and became lodged underneath it. The driver of the Hyundai, 44-year-old Matthew Sovick, and his passenger, 49-year-old Christopher Gorman, were both pronounced dead at the scene. No further information is currently available. Fatal accidents with large trucks must be thoroughly investigated to determine all factors that led to the collision Many unanswered questions here. What happened in the moments leading to this tragic crash? Was the truck still completing its turn when the collision occurred? Was the truck driver making a wide or slow turn that left the trailer crossing active lanes of traffic? Many times, dashcam footage and records from…

Gender-Affirming Care Skrmetti: Treating a Disease Label, Not a Child In the highly polarized case of United States v. Skrmetti, the Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s legislative denial of two types of medical care for gender dysphoria in young people. In so doing the decision conscripted medical decision-making for trans youth from doctors and vested it in the legislature. Published July 21, 2025 Author Barbara Pfeffer Billauer Share Share on LinkedIn Share on X Share on Facebook Share on Reddit In the highly polarized case of United States v. Skrmetti, the Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s legislative denial of two types of medical care for gender dysphoria in young people. In so doing, the decision stripped medical decision-making for trans youth from doctors and vested it in the legislature. To sidestep the plaintiffs’ equal protection argument (that states…

Trump has nominated a guy named David LaCerte to serve on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. (FERC)  There’s sparse public material available about LaCerte, a tribute to his prior accomplishments.  LaCerte’s record is almost devoid of relevant experience and expertise. “FERC Commissione”r is not usually considered an entry-level job in energy law. FERC cases involve the management of the entire U.S. energy grid, except for part of Texas. Energy law and regulation are extraordinarily complex and technical, but the issues are big – management of massive U.S. electricity markets, permitting of natural gas pipelines, setting rates for electricity transmission, and ensuring grid reliability. So far as I can tell, LaCerte has no professional background involving any of these issues. LaCerte has served in two significant positions.  He was the head of the Louisiana  Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs. (He resigned from that in…

Inside the Trademark Mills: How Foreign Filing Abuses Are Undermining the U.S. Trademark System Earlier today, I received an unsolicited email from a Chinese IP firm—or someone claiming to be one. It’s similar to other messages I’ve received over the years from so-called “firms.” It read as follows: We are __________ Intellectual Property Co., Ltd., a Chinese trademark law firm specializing in U.S. trademark registration, enforcement, and strategic consulting. Given our shared focus on global IP protection, I believe we can complement each other to better serve clients expanding to China or the United States. We currently provide you with approximately 80–100 cases per month, primarily serving clients in industries such as e-commerce and consumer goods. If this matches your interests, please consider this opportunity. I look forward to hearing from you. At first glance, this might seem like a standard business development message. But a…

This is the sixth and final in an occasional series of blog posts occasioned by a visit I made to Rwanda in the summer of 2024. The first, second, third, fourth and fifth can be found at the included links. The Roots of Violence: From Rwanda to MilwaukeeIn my second blog post, Putting a Face to the Harm—Commemorating Lives, I wrote about the Kigali Genocide Memorial and how violence rarely erupts suddenly. It builds slowly through layers of conflict, division, and systemic inequity. In Rwanda, colonial rule imposed rigid racial hierarchies, embedding discrimination deep within institutions. Over time, these injustices intensified, leading to devastating violence and, ultimately, genocide. While the scale and circumstances differ, aspects of this pattern are tragically familiar. In cities such as Milwaukee, cycles of community violence—especially gun violence—continue to disproportionately impact Black communities. Each act of harm, beyond…

Two recent memoranda from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Division of Advice and the General Counsel have clarified the agency’s position on surreptitious recordings, including those made by employees in the workplace and those occurring during collective bargaining sessions. The memoranda address the general treatment of surreptitious recordings under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), highlight that recordings made during collective bargaining may constitute per se violations of the NLRA, and clarify that certain secret workplace recordings may lose protection under the Act. Surreptitious recordings may lose protection notwithstanding Section 7 activity The NLRB has long held that overly broad workplace policies that categorically prohibit recordings are likely unlawful under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), as employees are generally permitted to make audio or video recordings while engaging in Section 7 activity, such as documenting…

WEST POINT, Miss. – A 21-year-old Aberdeen man was killed Tuesday morning in a workplace accident at an industrial facility in West Point. Authorities identified the victim as Tyquavious McMillian. According to West Point police, the incident occurred at Plum Creek Environmental while McMillian was assisting with the operation of a forklift or front loader. During the task, the vehicle reportedly ran over him. Emergency responders pronounced McMillian dead at the scene. No further information is currently available. The site needs to be investigated for safety procedures in place When a fatal work accident happens, families are often left heartbroken and asking, “How could this happen?” Many feel they don’t have a clear picture of what went wrong. While waiting for answers, it is often revealed that safety failures play a major role in fatal incidents. A common factor in forklift accidents is the lack of proper training for workers on operating a…

CLAY, N.Y. – A Syracuse man was killed last Thursday in an industrial accident involving heavy construction equipment at a worksite in the Town of Clay. The Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim as 41-year-old Rendolph Larose. According to reports, Larose was struck and run over by a double-drum ride-on roller used for asphalt paving. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The construction crew had been working on paving operations at the site for more than a week before the incident. No further information is currently available. Fatal workplace accidents must be thoroughly investigated to provide surviving families with answers This is so tragic. No one expects their loved one to leave for work and not return because they suffered a fatal injury at work. In similar cases we have seen throughout the years, we know when incidents like this happen, the surviving family is left with many lingering questions, and rightfully so. How does a double-drum ride-on roller…