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BCA Wins Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Union Pacific Railroad in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas, NV federal court jury today returned a unanimous verdict of five million dollars in favor of an injured railroad worker against his employer, the freight-hauling Union Pacific Railroad (HQ: Salt Lake City, UT). On December 9, 2012, Greg Gibbons, of Afton, Wyoming, was driving a truckload of ballast and pulling a trailer also…
BCA Runs Toy Drive at Vidor and Oak Forrest Elementary
Southeast Texas Attorney Brent Coon gave close to 1,200 students at both Vidor, and Oak Forest Elementary a Christmas present to take home. The two schools have been forced to share a location after Tropical Storm Harvey hit the area. “We want to be sure that at least every single kid gets at least one…
Brent Coon and Associates Holiday Toy and Food Drive
The Holiday Season is a time for giving. BCA has made Buckner’s Toy Drive and the Beaumont Jaycees Christmas Shopping Tour (for underprivileged and special needs children) our target charities this year. Our Angel Tree will be located in the lobby decorated with tags and the names of children with a wish list item. As…
BCA Host Red, White, & Blue Golf Tournament to Help Support the Lone Survivor Foundation
Quick update on our 2nd annual Lone Survivor Foundation military veterans golf fundraiser held last Friday, October 2, 2015. This year, we had 40 teams participate and over 50 sponsors, donating over $100,000 in potential prizes. The event netted over $35,000, more than doubling last year and breaking our target of $25,000. The Lone Survivor…
Brent Coon and Associates Participates in the Giving Tree Program
The employees of the Beaumont office of Brent Coon and Associates recently participated in the Giving Tree program with Buckner Children and Family Services. The BCA team selected children’s Christmas wish list tags from the tree and donated toys, gifts and clothing the kids requested for Christmas this year. This is the fourth consecutive year…
Law Day 2017
Each year, Law Day is celebrated nationally on May 1 to honor the rule of law. Law Day underscores how law and the legal process contribute to the freedoms that all Americans share. Law Day also provides an opportunity to recognize the role of courts in this democracy and the importance of jury service to…
BCA’s 15 Year Anniversary
BCA is celebrating our 15 year anniversary and what an incredible run of success we have had. It doesn’t come without a great team and a commitment to work harder, faster and smarter than your competition. Brent Coon and Brent Coon and Associates is proud to celebrate the firm’s 15 year anniversary. Brent Coon would…
Brent Coon & Associates Named a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report
Brent Coon & Associates is proud to be named by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers as a 2014 “Best Law Firm.” Firms included in the 2014 “Best Law Firms” list are recognized for professional excellence with persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. Achieving a tiered ranking signals a unique combination of…
Attorney M.P.”Pappy” Papadakis Named one of the Nation’s Top 1% Attorney
M.P.”Pappy” Papadakis was named by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel as one of the Nation’s Top 1% Attorneys. This prestigious award comes after a lengthy vetting process by NADC researchers. Mr. Papadakis was previously awarded the 2013 Jerome F. Lederer Award by the International Society of Air Safety Investigators (ISASI) at their annual ISASI…
Brent Coon Named one of the Nation’s Top 1% Attorney
BCA Founder, Brent Coon was named by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel as one of the Nation’s Top 1% Attorneys. Mr. Coon is honored to receive this prestiguous award. The award comes after a lengthy vetting process by NADC researchers. The information considered in this review process is sourced from publicly available information, including…
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Understanding Comparative Negligence in Texas Personal Injury Claims
Understanding Why Fault Matters in Texas Personal Injury Cases In Texas, who is at fault—and by how much—plays a central role in whether an injured person can recover compensation. From crashes along I-10 in Houston, incidents on I-35 through Austin, or accidents on local roads in Plano, Beaumont, or McAllen, fault is not always clear-cut.…
What to Do Immediately After a Truck Accident in Texas: A 24-Hour Timeline
What to Do After a Truck Accident in Texas A truck accident can change your life in seconds. The force of a commercial truck crash often leads to serious injuries, high medical bills, and lasting stress. Knowing what to do after a truck accident helps protect your health, preserve vital evidence, and support your claim…
Texas A&M donors’ lawsuit against 12th Man Foundation over Kyle Field seats and parking to proceed
By David Barron, Correspondent A Brazos County state district judge has cleared the way for a long-delayed trial showdown between a group of disillusioned Texas A&M donors and the A&M-affiliated 12th Man Foundation, stemming from a decade-old dispute over seating and parking rights at Kyle Field. State District Judge George Jerrell Wise on Wednesday signed an order denying a summary…