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October 13, 2025

How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take in San Angelo?

In San Angelo, the average personal injury case may take 3–9 months if it settles before trial and 12–24 months or longer if it proceeds through litigation. The timeline depends …

September 18, 2025

What Does “No Fee Unless You Recover” Really Mean in a Car Accident Case?

After a serious car accident, many people hesitate to call a lawyer because they fear the cost. That is why the phrase “No Fee Unless You Recover” is so important. …

August 18, 2025

Hurt in a Car Wreck? Why Your First Consultation Is Always Free

Car crashes can turn your life upside down in an instant. In Texas where busy roads like Loop 306 and Highway 87 see heavy traffic, collisions are an unfortunate reality. …

Is It Legal for a Lawyer to Call You After a Crash?

When you’ve just been through a traumatic car crash, the last thing you expect is a phone call from a lawyer you’ve never spoken to. While it might seem helpful …

Dog Bites in San Angelo: Beyond the ‘One-Bite’ Rule

Dog bites are a serious issue in San Angelo, where irresponsible pet ownership is common occurrence, and victims seek compensation for their injuries. Understanding the legal framework surrounding dog bites …

Oilfield Accidents in West Texas: A Legal Guide

The oil and gas industry is a cornerstone of the West Texas economy, particularly in the Permian Basin, which produces millions of barrels of crude oil daily. However, this booming …

Commercial Vehicle Crashes in San Angelo: Who’s Liable?

When a commercial vehicle crash occurs in San Angelo, Texas, determining liability can be a complex process. These collisions often involve large trucks, delivery vans, or other vehicles used for …

These Families Were Devastated. Now They Are Fighting for Real Justice for All Texans.

At Webb, Stokes & Sparks, we stand with Texans who have suffered devastating losses due to negligence and corporate wrongdoing. For too long, powerful interests have sought to limit the …

Teen Driver Accidents in San Angelo: A Parent’s Legal Guide

Teen drivers face unique challenges on the road, and their inexperience can lead to serious accidents. As a parent in San Angelo, understanding your legal responsibilities, potential liability, and insurance …

February 18, 2025

Hit-and-Run Crashes in San Angelo: What to Do & Your Rights

Every year, countless lives are disrupted by hit-and-run crashes. These incidents, where drivers flee the scene without fulfilling their legal obligations, leave victims grappling with physical, emotional, and financial consequences. …

January 14, 2025

Bus Accidents in San Angelo: Protecting Passenger Rights

Bus accidents, while not as frequent as car crashes, can result in severe injuries and even fatalities. When they occur, passengers are often left with significant emotional and physical scars, …

December 11, 2024

Trucking Accidents in San Angelo: Understanding Liability

Truck accidents are among the most devastating types of road collisions, often leading to severe injuries, significant property damage, and complicated legal claims. If you or a loved one has …

November 11, 2024

Motorcycle Safety in West Texas: Tips & Legal Rights

Riding a motorcycle in West Texas offers a sense of freedom that few other experiences can match. With its open highways and scenic routes, the region is a haven for …

November 4, 2024

Webb, Stokes & Sparks: October News & Updates

At Webb, Stokes & Sparks, we’re committed to more than just serving our clients in the courtroom—we’re dedicated to making a difference in our community and fostering leadership within our …

October 15, 2024

San Angelo Car Accident Guide: Beyond the Basics

Car accidents can happen to anyone, anywhere, and at any time, even in a relatively quiet city like San Angelo. With the proper knowledge and preparation, you can navigate the …

The Importance of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage & Personal Injury Protection in Texas

When it comes to personal injury cases in Texas, being prepared is key. Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and the financial consequences can be overwhelming. That’s why Webb, Stokes & Sparks, …

Who is Liable for Oil Accidents?

The oil industry is a source of employment for thousands of Texans. Sadly, one of the state’s most significant industries is also one of the most dangerous. Many employees in …

19th Annual Meals for the Elderly Event a Success

Every year, Mary Noel Golder proudly sponsors Meals for the Elderly as it hosts its annual events to raise money for the organization—a nonprofit charity devoted to delivering a hot, …

Attorney Mary Golder Wins $5 Million in Car Accident Case

When a young Marine was killed in a car crash outside of a San Angelo bar in 2013, his father sought out legal counsel for bringing the negligent parties to …

January 19, 2015

What to Do After a Car Accident

In the aftermath of a car accident, you may feel anxious and confused. However, it is important that you remain calm and make sure to review the following tips in …

Car Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injuries

Car accidents are not only physically painful, but can have a lasting negative emotional effect on you, as well. While some individuals manage to walk away from car accidents with …

August 30, 2013

On ‘Lee Daniels’ The Butler’

A common description for a film like Lee Daniels’ The Butler, one that attempts to define eras and relate a certain message, is “Oscar bait”. Just as Schindler’s List took …

On The Positive Leveraging of Fame

The specter of fame brings many things – popularity, media attention, rampant analysis of personal behavior – but what it allows most of all is that most vital of human …

On The Tragedy In Arizona and Heroic Purpose

The loss of 19 firefighters on Sunday to an Arizona wildfire has pierced the hearts of their loved ones and all Americans. These brave men died fighting a powerful wildfire …

On Open Government And An Informed Public

Controversy recently struck the Texas Senate, as debate raged over the passage of abortion restrictions in Texas. The issue is a sensitive and controversial one, and following the filibuster of …

On The Vanishing Jury

Over the past two decades, the decline in jury trials for civil cases has been precipitous. So precipitous, in fact, that the number of civil trials with juries fell 64 …

On Forced Arbitration and Fair Conditions for Individuals

One of the biggest issues in any case is the establishment of fair and equal conditions for both parties. Our justice system rests on ideas of fairness and objectivity. Ideally, …

On Antitrust Law and Major League Baseball: A whole new ballgame

Professional sports are a business. It’s an oft-forgotten truth for many sports’ fans, but occasionally, fans are swiftly reminded of the contentious corporate aspects of the games many love. One …

West, Texas And The Importance Of Liability Insurance

Every day, the amount of information available to the public grows. And with the rise of that information comes questions of access, regulation, and expectation. The tragic explosions in West, …

February 14, 2013

Texas Law and Justice

The Supreme Court of Texas has adopted the extremely controversial Rules for Early Dismissal and Rules on Expedited Trials. Apparently no input from the lawyers of Texas was considered. Very …