A Pasadena, Texas school bus was involved in a wreck at the intersection of Genoa Red Bluff Road and Old Genoa Red Bluff Road.  A spokeswoman for the Pasadena School District confirmed that the bus was transporting children to school when the automobile collision occurred.  The bus was carrying 7th and 8th grade students from Bondy Intermediate School.

The wreck is still under investigation.  At least 15 students were taken to the hospital for medical treatment. As with most school buses, the students did not have seat belts available.

If you or a family member has been injured as a result of a negligent driver, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today, we are on YOUR side.

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One man was injured and another was killed in a two vehicle automobile collision in Marshall, Texas.  The crash occurred on Farm to Market Road 134 near County Road 2411.  The automobile wreck was investigated by the Texas Department of Public Safety.  A GMC Sierra truck driven by Paul Box, an oil field worker from Kamack, crossed the center line striking a Dodge Caravan driven by Thomas Frost, a construction worker from Jefferson.

Thomas Jackson died from injuries suffered from the crash.  Paul Box suffered broken ribs but survived the impact.

If you or a family member was injured or suffered a wrongful death from a negligent driver, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today, we are on YOUR side.

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A woman’s sport utility vehicle collided with a pickup on Highway 35 near Liverpool, Texas.  The automobile wreck involved a Ford Expedition which drifted into oncoming traffic striking a Dodge pickup truck.  The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating the automobile collision.  The initial investigation indicates the driver of the Expedition may have fallen asleep causing the wreck.  Drugs, alcohol and excessive speed have currently been ruled out as the cause of the crash.

Houston resident, Frederico Luna, and Angleton resident Jesse Parker, died at the scene.  The bodies were taken to the Galveston County Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsies.

If you or a family member were injured or killed as a result of a negligent driver, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today, we are on YOUR side.

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A horrific automobile accident in Pearland, Texas resulted in two deaths.  The automobile collision involded seven vehicles on Highway 35, also known as South Main Street, near Dixie Farm Road.  A truck traveling northbound on South Main Street entered oncoming traffic and sideswiped vehicles before having a head on collision with another truck.  The truck that was hit burst into flames killing the driver.  Another driver was killed when trying to avoid the accident.  Drivers of other vehicles involved in the wreck were injured.  The police investigating the fatal car accident have not determined if alcohol was a factor.

If you or a family member has been injured by a negligent or drunk driver or if a family member suffered a wrongful death from a negligent or drunk driver, contact Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today, we are on YOUR side.

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Just last week, a Santa Fe, Texas police officer was injured by a drunk driver.  Once again, a police officer was injured when a driver smashed into a Santa Fe police cruiser.  The negligent driver and the two passengers of the vehicle were arrested on drug charges.

Officer Edward Pean suffered injuries including facial lacerations.  He required treatment at Mainland Medical Center.  As a result of the automobile collision, there was significant damage to the police cruiser, and it will likely be totalled. 

When a person suffers injuries as a result of a negligent driver in an automobile accident, he or she may have legal claims against the negligent driver, their own automobile insurance and workers compensation.  If you or a family member is a victim of a negligent driver or drunk driver, call Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers today – we are on YOUR side.

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This week, Toyota announced a defective product recall of a large portion of their small to mid-size sedans and SUVs. Toyota has recalled and suspended sales of quite of these “recalled” vehicles. Obviously, if Toyota has recalled this many cars, this is of serious nature. The gas pedals of these cars involved could stick due to wear and tear on the products chosen during production. Normal friction, normal wear and tear and some environmental issues can cause the pedals to stick. This is a TOTALLY separate recall from the floor mat pedal entrapment issue. Those Toyota vehicles involved in the gas pedal recall are as follows (per the pressroom brief on Toyota.com:

• Certain 2009-2010 RAV4*
• Certain 2009-2010 Corolla*
• 2009-2010 Matrix
• 2005-2010 Avalon
• Certain 2007-2010 Camry*
• Certain 2007-2010 Tundra
• Certain 2010 HIghlander*
• 2008-2010 Sequoia

*Highlander and Camry hybrids are NOT involved in this action and will remain for sale. Further, Camry, RAV-4, Corolla and Highlander vehicles with VINs that begin with “J” are NOT involved – Pressroom at Toyota.

Due to the seriousness nature of this recall, and accidents that have already occurred, please contact your nearest Toyota Dealership for further information on your vehicle. If you or a family member has been involved in an accident and are suspect that the cause of the accident was due to the faulty manufacturing of the devices involved in this recall, contact your Houston Product Liability lawyers at Burwell Nebout Trial Lawyers. We’ll help you understand the letter of the law – we are on YOUR side. Call Today!

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On Thursday afternoon, an Angelton, Texas, industrial plant suffered an industrial explosion. Thermal Polymer Systems had a flash fire resulting in three burn injuries and a serious industrial accident.  The Angleton, Texas based plant specializes in the application of plastic powder coatings.  The cause of the fire has yet to be determined.

If you or a loved one has been injured in this industrial explosion, call us today, your Industrial Accident Attorney!

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The American Acryl chemical plant suffered an industrial explosion this morning.  Located in Seabrook, Texas on Port Road near Highway 146, this chemical plant makes products that are primarily used by Johnson & Johnson.  A shelter in place has been issued for surrounding areas including Seabrook, League City, La Porte, Pasadena and nearby locations in Galveston County and Harris Countyn due to this industrial accident.  The explosion was felt as far away as Pearland and Texas City. This is the second industrial accident and explosion in less than 10 days.

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Valero Texas City Refinery suffered an industrial explosion on December 4, 2009, killing at least one person and leaving several dead.  Other injuries will be reported as the investigation is ongoing. The refinery is located in Texas City.  If you or a family member was injured, Burwell Nebout is handling claims for this industrial explosion.

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