- DUI/DWI
- Wrongful DeathThe phrase, “wrongful death,” is used to describe the legal claim that you, as a survivor, or next-of-kin have when a loved one is killed in an accident by someone else’s behavior. The legal concept does not contain a criminal element; rather it is a claim in the civil court system that is intended to provide help to family members without the income, benefits or companionship the deceased provided while alive.
- Workers CompensationOver a 20-year-period, a woman who had worked for various state agencies was allegedly terminated after she filed a worker’s compensation claim while she was injured on the job. She had been with her current employer, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services for two years. Scherr Legate proved that the department violated the terms of the Workers Compensation Act in training its supervisors regarding the policies associated with Worker’s Compensation. The jury verdict was $250,000.
- Wrongful TerminationIn the state of Texas, employees are considered to be working “at will”. This means that an employer can fire any employee at any time for any reason. However, in order to try to protect honest employees from illegitimate firing practices, wrongful termination laws have been established and can be enforced with legal representation.
- Employment DiscriminationIt is important that you have an experienced employment law attorney who understands all of the rules and regulations and how they apply to a variety of employment situations. The attorneys at Scherr Legate PLLC have decades of experience protecting employees against unscrupulous employers, wrongful termination, employment discrimination, and illegal employment practices.
- Premises LiabilityRod spent the first 10 years of his law career with Scherr Legate before leaving to build his own successful practice for 14 years. Now, he’s back where he started but with much more experience, having practiced criminal and family law in addition to personal liability. Since returning to Scherr Legate, Rod has worked primarily on motor vehicle and premises liability cases. With his return to personal injury cases, Rod knows the plaintiffs he represents are unfamiliar with courtrooms and the legal process. Rod recognizes that so many clients have never been through this with insurance companies and takes pride in knowing that he can help guide his clients and solve problems for them.
- Property DamagePersonal injury claims can include compensation for economic as well as non-economic damages. Economic damages include medical treatment, hospital bills, surgery costs, past and future wage losses and property damage costs. Non-economic damages include things such as pain and suffering, impairment and mental anguish suffered after a serious accident. We can evaluate your losses and help you fight for complete and fair compensation so you can recover with peace of mind.
- Personal InjuryAfter a serious accident, the most important thing to worry about is your own recovery. However, we understand how difficult it is to rest and recover when you are in constant pain or you are unable to return to work. Most people are quite overwhelmed and don’t know where to turn for help. The attorneys at Scherr Legate recognize the challenges and struggles you’re going through and are here to help you and your family. Turn to us for help with any personal injury claim you may have, including...
- Auto Accidents
- Disability Discrimination
- Estate Planning