Ask Robert C. Slim

Is There a “First Bite” Rule in Texas?

Let’s say you are at a dog park in Dallas, Texas.  Although your dog was on a leash, it accidentally slipped out of your hand.  The dog then runs up to another person an bit him on the leg.  The dog has never bit anyone before and never showed aggressive tendencies.  Are you still liable

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How is a Minor Child’s Money Handled in a Personal Injury Settlement?

Question:   My daughter was a pedestrian that was hit by a car and suffered some serious injuries.  She is a minor.  I want to bring a claim or lawsuit against the responsible party.  But I was told that the money would be placed in an account set up by the court until she is eighteen

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How Long Does Car Accident Litigation Take?

Question:  I have a car accident attorney in Dallas.  I was told that a lawsuit must be filed.  How long will that take? Robert’s Answer:  That’s a hard question to answer. I’ve had cases where settlements took a matter of weeks and nobody ever saw the inside of a courtroom.  I’ve also had cases that

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