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Inadequate security cases fall under the broader category of premises liability and arise when a property owner fails to provide reasonable safety measures to protect guests, tenants, or customers. Everydaypeople visit hotels, motels, gas stations, parking garages, apartment complexes, and retail centers with the expectation that basic security precautions are in place. When those safeguards are missing or ignored, the consequences can be devastating, often involving preventable assaults, robberies, sexual assaults, or other violent crimes that leave victims physically and emotionally harmed.
These cases frequently involve dangerous conditions such as non-operating locks, broken gates, poor lighting, lack of surveillance cameras, or the absence of trained security personnel in high-risk areas. While the perpetrator is responsible for the crime itself, commercial property owners and businesses may also be held accountable when they fail to address foreseeable risks or ignore prior incidents.
National Injury Lawyers is a Dallas-based, mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to handle complex inadequate security claims. Serving clients across the DFW Metroplex, we carefully investigate whether property owners met their legal duty to provide reasonably safe conditions. When businesses fail to protect the people on their property, we work to hold them accountable and pursue the full compensation our clients deserve.
EDUCATION – Enrico Trevisani earned a Juris Doctor from UCLA School of Law, a Master of Arts in Political Philosophy from Pompeu Fabra University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Arizona.
BAR ADMISSIONS – Texas State, New York State, United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
EDUCATION – Steven Schulte earned his LL.M. in Taxation and J.D. from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law, and his B.A. from Southern Methodist University.
BAD ADMISSIONS – State Bar of Texas, Bar of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, State Bar of Illinois, State Bar of New York, State Bar of Arkansas, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, U.S. District Court for the, Southern District of Texas, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois, U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma
ASSOCIATIONS – Dallas Bar Association, Dallas Trial Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice
EDUCATION – Majed Nachawati earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Houston and his Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Southern MethodistUniversity.
BAR ADMISSIONS – U.S. Supreme Court, State Bar of Texas, State Bar of Arkansas, U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas, U.S. District Court of Colorado.
ASSOCIATIONS – Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Dallas Hispanic Bar Association, Dallas Bar Association, State Bar of Texas Committee – Diversity in the Profession, Dallas Bar Association-Legal Ethics Committee, Hispanic National Bar Association, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Texas Bar Association
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The loss of a loved one is one of the most painful experiences a family can endure. When that loss is caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful conduct, the grief is often compounded by unanswered questions and sudden financial uncertainty. In Dallas and throughout the DFW Metroplex, wrongful death cases can arise from car accidents, truck and commercial vehicle collisions, workplace incidents, dangerous property conditions, defective products, or other preventable tragedies. During this time of overwhelming loss, families deserve clear guidance, steady support, and unwavering advocacy.
A wrongful death claim is a legal action brought by surviving family members when another party’s negligence or misconduct caused their loved one’s death. This process involves establishing responsibility, identifying all liable parties, and pursuing compensation on behalf of those left behind. Depending on the circumstances, responsible parties may include individuals, businesses, employers, or insurance companies. Our attorneys work carefully to investigate what happened, preserve critical evidence, and build a case that honors your loved one’s life while protecting your family’s rights.
Beyond the emotional devastation, families are often faced with unexpected financial strain. Surviving spouses, children, and parents may be entitled to compensation for loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and other damages recognized under Texas law. If minor children depended on your loved one for income or care, those considerations are especially important. Families may also have questions about how a wrongful death claim intersects with the Texas probate process and what legal steps must be taken to protect the estate.
National Injury Lawyers provides steadfast guidance to families navigating wrongful death claims in Dallas and the DFW Metroplex. We understand that no legal action can undo your loss, but holding the responsible parties accountable can provide stability and a measure of justice. As a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience, we stand ready to protect your family’s rights, answer your questions, and pursue the full compensation your loved one’s memory deserves.
Rideshare services like Uber, Lyft, and other taxi providers are designed to make travel safe and convenient. When you are a passenger, you trust that the driver will get you to your destination without incident. Unfortunately, accidents can happen, leaving passengers injured and suddenly confronting a situation they never expected.
Even though you are not driving or in control of the vehicle, you have legal rights as a passenger. Rideshare drivers, taxi operators, or other parties involved in a collision may be partially or fully at fault. Regardless of who caused the accident, it is important to have an experienced attorney advocate on your behalf to protect your rights and ensure you are not pressured into accepting insufficient compensation. Seeking legal guidance quickly also helps preserve critical evidence, from accident reports to surveillance or dashcam footage, which can be essential to building a strong case.
Recovering from a rideshare accident involves more than just physical healing. Many passengers experience ongoing pain, emotional trauma, or difficulty returning to their daily routines. Trying to navigate insurance claims, medical bills, and liability questions on your own can make the process overwhelming and delay your recovery. Legal advocacy ensures that someone is handling the complex details while you focus on getting better.
National Injury Lawyers is a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to represent passengers injured in Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare or taxi accidents. Serving Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, we guide clients through every step of the legal process and fight to recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries, lost income, and peace of mind. With our support, you can focus on healing while we protect your rights.
A catastrophic injury can alter the course of a life in an instant. In Dallas and throughout the DFW Metroplex, these severe injuries often result from car and truck accidents, motorcycle crashes, workplace incidents, dangerous property conditions, or other acts of negligence. Unlike minor injuries, catastrophic injuries permanently impact a person’s ability to work, live independently, or enjoy the life they once knew. In many cases, both the injured individual and their family are suddenly forced to navigate overwhelming medical, financial, and legal challenges.
Catastrophic injury cases commonly involve traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, severe burns, amputations, and other permanent impairments. These injuries frequently require long-term medical care, rehabilitation, assistive devices, and home modifications. When a victim is incapacitated, family members are often left to advocate on their behalf while managing mounting expenses and critical decisions about future care.
Because catastrophic injury claims often involve substantial damages and complex liability issues, it is essential to act quickly. Preserving evidence, identifying all responsible parties, and fully assessing long-term medical and financial needs are crucial steps in protecting your rights. These cases may involve multiple defendants, including individuals, businesses, employers, or insurance carriers, depending on how the injury occurred.
National Injury Lawyers is a Dallas-based, mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to handle high-stakes catastrophic injury cases. Serving clients across the DFW Metroplex, we work to secure compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses, both now and in the years ahead, so you and your family can focus on stability, care, and rebuilding your future.
Commercial vehicle accidents present a unique set of challenges that go beyond a typical car crash. Throughout Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, these accidents can involve a wide range of vehicles, including delivery vans, sprinter vans, company-owned cars, and passenger vehicles pulling trailers. While the vehicles themselves may look ordinary, the legal and insurance issues involved are anything but.
What sets commercial vehicle accidents apart is the presence of corporate defendants and commercial insurance policies. In many cases, the company’s insurance carriers move quickly, often contacting victims within days of the collisionto gather statements or push for early settlements before the full extent of injuries and losses is known. This fast-paced pressure can be overwhelming, especially while you’re trying to recover physically and emotionally. Without experienced legal guidance, victims may unknowingly accept compensation that falls far short of what they truly need.
The aftermath of a commercial vehicle accident can affect every part of your life. When multiple parties, layered insurance policies, and corporate risk-management strategies are involved, the process becomes more complexthan most people are prepared to handle alone.
National Injury Lawyers is a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to take on commercial defendants and their insurers. We understand how commercial policies and corporate practices work, and we know how to protect our clients from being rushed or taken advantage of. Serving Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, we guide you through every step of the process and fight to recover the compensation and justice you deserve.
Slip and fall accidents are more than just simple missteps, they are a major category of premises liability cases that can result in serious, life-altering injuries. These incidents often happen in places people visit every day, such as grocery stores, restaurants, apartment complexes, hotels, and retail centers. Whether caused by uneven or slippery flooring, poor lighting, or hazardous walking surfaces, the consequences can be sudden and severe. In many cases, victims are left shaken, injured, and unsure of what to do next.
Acting promptly after a slip and fall accident is critical. Reporting the incident to the property owner or manager and contacting an attorney as soon as possible can make a meaningful difference in your case. Important evidence, such as surveillance video, incident reports, maintenance records, and witness statementsmay only be available for a short period of time. Without quick action, this evidence can be lost, making it harder to establish what caused your injuries and who is responsible.
Under Texas premises liability law, property owners and businesses have a duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions for customers and visitors. When they fail to address known hazards or warn people of dangerous conditions, they can be held accountable for the harm that results. National Injury Lawyers is a Dallas-based, mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to handle complex slip and fall cases. Serving clients across Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, we work to protect your rights and pursue the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.
Pedestrian accidents are among the most devastating traffic incidents, often resulting in severe or life-altering injuries. Many pedestrian accidents occur in an instant due to distracted driving, speeding, or a motorist’s failure to yield at crosswalks, intersections, or in areas where pedestrians have the legal right of way.Pedestrians have little protection when struck by a vehicle or an object, making these collisions especially traumatic.
Broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, and internal injuries are common, even at relatively low speeds. Recovery can be long and uncertain, involving extensive medical care, time away from work, and emotional trauma that extends well beyond physical healing. Regaining confidence in everyday activitiescan be just as challenging as recovering from the injuries themselves.
Texas law provides specific legal protections for pedestrians in certain situations, particularly when drivers fail to yield where required or violate traffic laws designed to protect people on foot. However, insurance companies often attempt to shift blame onto the pedestrian to minimize their financial responsibility. Navigating these claims while injured and overwhelmed can make it difficult to assert your rights or understand the full value of your case.
National Injury Lawyers is a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to stand up to insurance companies and negligent drivers. We understand the complexities of pedestrian accident cases and the protections available under Texas law. Serving Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, we guide injured pedestrians through the legal process and fight to recover the compensation and justice they deserve.
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, the impact can be immediate and overwhelming. One moment you’re riding, and the next you’re facing pain, fear, and a sudden disruption to your life. Motorcyclists have little protection compared to drivers in enclosed vehicles, which is why even low-speed crashes can result in severe or catastrophic injuries. What may be labeled a “minor” accident often has major consequences for the rider involved.
Many motorcycle accidents in Dallas are caused by drivers who fail to see or properly yield to motorcycles. Distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, left-hand turns in front of riders, and failure to yield at intersections are common throughout the DFW area. In the days and weeks that follow a serious crash, riders are often faced with a complex and fast-moving process involving medical care, documentation, and critical decisions that can affect their future, all while they are trying to recover.
National Injury Lawyers is a Dallas-based, mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to handle serious motorcycle accident cases. We understand the unique risks motorcyclists face and the challenges that arise after a life-altering crash. Serving clients across Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, our motorcycle accident lawyers work to protect your rights and pursue the full compensation and damages you deserve.
A truck accident can be devastating in ways that far exceed a typical car crash. Across the Dallas Fort-Worth Metroplex, collisions involving 18-wheelers and semitrucks often happen in an instant, leaving life-altering consequences behind. The sheer size and weight of these vehicles, often hauling loads of 70,000 to 80,000 pounds, creates a level of force that can result in catastrophic injuries or fatal outcomes.
Truck accidents are frequently caused by negligent driving practices that place everyone on the road at risk. Speeding in poor weather conditions, driver fatigue, and distracted drivingcan all contribute to these violent collisions. Unlike standard vehicle accidents, truck crashes often involve multiple parties, complex regulations, and aggressive insurance carriers working quickly against you. When critical information is thrown at you with urgency, it becomes nearly impossible to focus on healing and protecting your future.
The recovery process after a truck accident extends far beyond physical injuries. Many victims face permanent disabilities, long-term medical care, lost income, and emotional trauma that can make everyday activities feel overwhelming. Regaining a sense of safety and stability after such a traumatic event takes time, support, and strong legal advocacy.
National Injury Lawyers is a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to take on serious truck accident cases. We understand the high stakes involved in 18-wheeler and semitruck collisions and are prepared to protect your rights at every stage. Serving Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, we guide victims and their families through this complex process and fight to recover the compensation and justice you and your loved ones deserve.
A car accident can change your life in an instant. In Dallas and across the DFW Metroplex, thousands of drivers face the aftermath of serious crashes every year. Shock and adrenaline set in immediately, followed by a sudden loss of property, mobility, and a basic sense of safety. The aftermath of medical appointments, vehicle repairs, and unanswered questions pile up fast, leaving many accident victims overwhelmed before they’ve had a moment to process what happened.
In the days that follow, the challenges only grow. Insurance adjusters call with urgency, police reports must be obtained, and critical evidence needs to be preserved, all while you’re trying to heal. When too much information is thrown at you at once, it can pull your focus away from what matters most: your recovery. National Injury Lawyers take on that burden for you, handling insurance companies, documentation, and evidence gathering so you don’t have to navigate a confusing legal process on your own.
National Injury Lawyers is a mid-size firm with large-firm litigation experience and the resources to take on powerful insurance companies. We proudly represent car accident victims throughout Dallas and the DFW Metroplex, combining personal attention with proven legal strength. Let us guide you through the process, protect your rights, and help you recover the compensation you deserve, so you can focus on moving forward.
