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Stay informed about Texas and national legal developments shaping personal rights and justice. From courtroom updates and civil verdicts to new legislation, The Cochran Firm Texas Legal Examiner provides context and clarity on the cases and laws that matter most.

How Subrogation Liens Can Affect Personal Injury Lawsuits?

Filing a lawsuit after an injury is a complex process. When you reach the end and it’s time to discuss a settlement, you may come across something you didn’t expect - a subrogation lien.

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 8 Jul 2025

Document with title subrogation and gavel.

What Are Common Types of Mass Tort Cases?

As you consider legal action, it’s essential to know the options that are available to you. Filing a lawsuit against the responsible entity is a logical next step, but you may join a mass tort action.

By Danae N. Benton

/ 22 Jan 2025

Mass Torts vs Class Action Lawsuits

We’ve all been in a situation where we feel that we are getting a raw deal by a defective product or bungled service, but when a service, product, or tragic event causes injury, death, or other types of harm, like financial losses, civil lawsuits may…

By Danae N. Benton

/ 24 Jan 2024

Mass Torts 101: A Guide For Beginners

Consumers use and depend on countless products every day and turn to businesses to provide specific services, many of which require trained professionals or other resources. Great trust is placed in the hands of the people and companies that design, manufacture, distribute, and sell these…

By Danae N. Benton

/ 18 Oct 2023

Personal Injury Lawyers Play A Vital Role In Recovery From An Accident

Any accident that causes an injury or, in the worst-case scenario, death can have an extensive impact and sometimes change a person’s life. It may affect a person’s emotional health, work, relationships, and enjoyment of life. Personal injuries can also cause chronic health struggles, not…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 23 May 2023

Personal Injury Lawyers Play A Vital Role In Recovery From An Accident

How To Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

At some point in your life, there’s a good chance that you will be injured due to someone else’s negligence. You may have to spend time in the hospital, miss work, or go to battle with your insurance company after your injury or accident. And…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 20 Apr 2023

7 Tips To Prepare For A Personal Injury Lawsuit

When you’re injured unexpectedly, you’re faced with sudden turmoil. Doctor and hospital visits can lead to hefty medical bills, and time away from work can create financial stress. Additionally, the mental toll of an injury can be tremendous. Accident victims are often diagnosed with post-traumatic…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 21 Feb 2023

7 Tips To Prepare For A Personal Injury Lawsuit

Why You Should Hire a Personal Injury Attorney

When you’re injured, or a loved one is killed in an accident, it can have a devastating and lifelong impact. You may be unable to work, suffer long-term chronic health struggles, or become inundated by medical costs. To make matters worse, dealing with insurance companies…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 31 Aug 2022

Why You Should Hire a Personal Injury Attorney

Why Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Is the Right Person for the Job

In April, Ketanji Brown Jackson made history when she became the first Black female justice to be confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court. Justice Jackson faced skeptics during confirmation hearings who questioned whether she was qualified to serve on the nation’s highest court, but her…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 19 Aug 2022

Why Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Is the Right Person for the Job

Black History Month: Celebrating African Americans Who Contributed to the Law

February is Black History Month, and it allows us to honor the Black lawyers who have changed history and made strides in the industry. Black lawyers bring immense value to the profession, but progress has been an uphill battle. In 1930, less than 1% of…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 21 Feb 2022

Black History Month: Celebrating African Americans Who Contributed to the Law

Texas Supreme Court Will Review Abortion Law Challenge

Opponents of Texas’ highly restrictive new abortion law lost another fight last month when the U.S. Supreme Court again declined to intervene in their ongoing battle against it. The new law, passed as Senate Bill 8 but known as the Texas Heartbeat Act, banned abortions…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 15 Feb 2022

Texas Supreme Court Will Review Abortion Law Challenge

More Astroworld Festival Lawsuits Filed As Safety and Security Details Emerge

As people gathered in Houston on November 5 at NRG Park to see performer Travis Scott, no one expected that Astroworld Festival would be cut short, ending in tragedy. But by the end of the night, nine festival attendees between the ages of 14 and…

By The Cochran Firm Texas

/ 6 Dec 2021

More Astroworld Festival Lawsuits Filed As Safety and Security Details Emerge