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Boating Accidents in the Coastal Bend: Your Legal Rights

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:26:52 GMT

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Boating Accidents in the Coastal Bend: Your Legal Rights

The Corpus Christi area is one of Texas's premier boating destinations. Corpus Christi Bay, the Laguna Madre, Port Aransas, Rockport's waterways, and the Intercoastal Waterway attract thousands of recreational and commercial boaters every year. With that activity comes an unfortunate reality — boating accidents happen, and when they do, the injuries can be devastating.

At Anderson Alexander PLLC, our Corpus Christi personal injury attorneys handle boating accident cases throughout the Coastal Bend including Corpus Christi Bay, Aransas County, San Patricio County, and surrounding South Texas waters.

COMMON CAUSES OF BOATING ACCIDENTS IN THE COASTAL BEND

Operator inexperience. Many recreational boaters lack proper training or experience operating watercraft safely, especially in the busy and sometimes unpredictable waters of Corpus Christi Bay and the Laguna Madre.

Boating under the influence. Texas law prohibits operating a watercraft while intoxicated, known as BWI. Intoxicated boaters are one of the leading causes of serious injuries and fatalities on Texas waters. BWI carries the same legal blood alcohol content standard as DWI on Texas roads.

Speeding and failure to maintain proper lookout. Operators who exceed safe speeds or fail to watch for other vessels, swimmers, or obstacles create dangerous situations that often result in catastrophic collisions.

Equipment failure. Mechanical failures including engine problems, steering failures, and defective safety equipment can cause serious accidents that may give rise to product liability claims against manufacturers.

Weather and water conditions. The Gulf Coast can produce sudden storms, high winds, and rough seas that catch unprepared boaters off guard. Operators have a responsibility to monitor conditions and make safe decisions.

TEXAS BOATING LAWS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regulates boating in Texas waters. Key laws include that boating while intoxicated is illegal with the same .08 blood alcohol content standard as driving while intoxicated, life jackets are required for all children under 13 aboard moving vessels, operators must carry required safety equipment including life jackets and fire extinguishers, and accidents resulting in death, injury, or significant property damage must be reported to Texas Parks and Wildlife within 30 days.

FEDERAL MARITIME LAW AND BOATING ACCIDENTS

Depending on where your boating accident occurred, federal maritime law may apply in addition to or instead of Texas state law. The Jones Act and general maritime law provide additional rights and remedies for injured boaters and maritime workers that differ significantly from standard personal injury law. Anderson Alexander has experience navigating both state and federal maritime law for Coastal Bend boating accident victims.

WHAT TO DO AFTER A BOATING ACCIDENT IN CORPUS CHRISTI

Get medical attention immediately — water accidents often result in serious injuries that may not be immediately apparent. Report the accident to Texas Parks and Wildlife if required by law. Document the scene and any injuries as thoroughly as possible. Get contact information from witnesses and other vessel operators. Do not speak with insurance companies before consulting Anderson Alexander. Contact our office immediately — evidence preservation is critical and time-sensitive in boating accident cases.

YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AFTER A COASTAL BEND BOATING ACCIDENT

If you were injured in a boating accident caused by another operator's negligence, you have the right to seek compensation for medical expenses both past and future, lost wages and lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disability or disfigurement, and future medical costs.

HOW ANDERSON ALEXANDER CAN HELP

Austin Anderson and Clif Alexander are Super Lawyers rated attorneys who have represented personal injury victims throughout the Coastal Bend. We understand the unique legal landscape of boating accidents in South Texas waters and have the resources to take on vessel owners, operators, and their insurers.

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Texas Wage Theft: What to Do When Your Employer Does Not Pay You

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:08:49 GMT

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Texas Wage Theft: What to Do When Your Employer Does Not Pay You

Wage theft — when employers fail to pay workers what they are legally owed — is one of the most common labor violations in Texas. From unpaid overtime to minimum wage violations and misclassification of employees as independent contractors, millions of dollars in wages are stolen from Texas workers every year. At Anderson Alexander PLLC, our Corpus Christi wage and hour attorneys fight to recover unpaid wages for workers throughout the Coastal Bend and Texas.

COMMON FORMS OF WAGE THEFT IN TEXAS

Unpaid overtime. The Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to pay non-exempt employees one and a half times their regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Many employers try to avoid overtime pay through a variety of illegal practices including miscalculating the regular rate, requiring off-the-clock work, or improperly classifying employees as exempt.

Minimum wage violations. The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. Texas does not have a higher state minimum wage. Employers who pay less than the federal minimum are violating federal law and can be held accountable.

Off-the-clock work. Requiring employees to perform work before clocking in, after clocking out, or during unpaid meal breaks without compensation is a form of wage theft that is surprisingly common in Texas industries including retail, food service, and manufacturing.

Misclassification as independent contractors. Employers sometimes classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees to avoid paying overtime, benefits, and employment taxes. If you are misclassified, you may be owed significant back pay plus additional damages.

Illegal deductions. Employers cannot make deductions from wages that bring a worker's pay below minimum wage, except in limited circumstances defined by federal and state law.

Tip theft. Employers who take tips from tipped employees or require tip pooling with non-tipped employees such as managers or kitchen staff may be violating federal law.

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT

The FLSA is the federal law that governs minimum wage and overtime pay. Key provisions include that covered employees must be paid at least $7.25 per hour, non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay at one and a half times their regular rate for hours over 40 per week, employers must keep accurate time and pay records, and employers cannot retaliate against employees who report wage violations.

TEXAS PAYDAY LAW

In addition to federal protections, Texas has its own Payday Law that requires employers to pay wages on regular paydays and prohibits certain illegal deductions from paychecks. The Texas Workforce Commission enforces the Texas Payday Law.

HOW TO RECOVER STOLEN WAGES IN TEXAS

You have several options to recover wages your employer owes you. You can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division. This is a free process that can result in recovery of back wages plus additional penalties. You can file a complaint with the Texas Workforce Commission for violations of Texas Payday Law. Or you can file a lawsuit in federal court. The FLSA allows employees to sue their employer for back wages, an equal amount in liquidated damages — effectively doubling your recovery — and attorney's fees paid by the employer.

Strict time limits apply. Most FLSA claims have a two-year statute of limitations, extended to three years for willful violations. Contact Anderson Alexander immediately if you believe your wages have been stolen.

WHY ANDERSON ALEXANDER FOR YOUR WAGE CLAIM

Austin Anderson and Clif Alexander are named to Super Lawyers and have extensive experience handling wage and hour claims for Texas workers. We represent individual employees and groups of workers in collective actions against employers who engage in systematic wage theft. You may have a stronger case than you realize — and you may be entitled to recover twice what you are owed plus attorney's fees.

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Workplace Discrimination in Texas: Know Your Rights

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:41:57 GMT

What Texas Employees Need to Know About Their Legal Protections

Workplace Discrimination in Texas: Know Your Rights

Workplace discrimination is illegal in Texas and throughout the United States. Federal and state laws protect employees from being treated differently because of protected characteristics — and when employers violate these laws, they can be held accountable. At Anderson Alexander PLLC, our Corpus Christi employment law attorneys fight for workers who have been subjected to illegal discrimination throughout the Coastal Bend and Texas.

WHAT IS WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION?

Workplace discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant unfavorably because of a protected characteristic. Federal law protects workers from discrimination based on race, color, and national origin under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, sex and gender under Title VII and the Equal Pay Act, pregnancy and childbirth under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, age for workers 40 and older under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act, religion under Title VII, and genetic information under the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act.

Texas state law under the Texas Labor Code provides additional protections for employees.

TYPES OF WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION

Disparate treatment occurs when you are treated differently than similarly situated employees because of a protected characteristic. Disparate impact occurs when employer policies appear neutral but disproportionately harm members of a protected group. Hostile work environment occurs when harassment based on a protected characteristic is severe or pervasive enough to create an abusive work environment. Retaliation occurs when you are punished for reporting discrimination, filing a complaint, or participating in an investigation.

COMMON EXAMPLES OF WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION IN TEXAS

Being passed over for promotion in favor of less qualified candidates of a different race or gender. Being paid less than colleagues doing the same work because of your sex. Being fired shortly after disclosing a pregnancy or disability. Experiencing racial slurs or offensive jokes in the workplace that management ignores. Being denied reasonable accommodation for a disability. Facing retaliation after filing an EEOC complaint or reporting workplace safety violations.

HOW TO FILE A WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION CLAIM IN TEXAS

Before filing a lawsuit, most employees must first file a charge of discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. This is a critical step with strict deadlines.

In Texas, you generally have 300 days from the discriminatory act to file an EEOC charge. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim even if the underlying discrimination was clear and well-documented.

After the EEOC processes your charge, they will issue a Right to Sue letter that allows you to file a lawsuit in federal court. Anderson Alexander handles the entire EEOC process and federal litigation for our clients throughout Texas.

WHY ANDERSON ALEXANDER FOR YOUR TEXAS EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION CASE

Austin Anderson and Clif Alexander are named to Super Lawyers for their work representing clients in employment law and personal injury cases. We have the experience to take on large employers and their legal teams.

We represent employees in race discrimination claims, gender and sex discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, age discrimination under the ADEA, disability discrimination under the ADA, retaliation claims, hostile work environment cases, and wage and hour violations.

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What to Do After a Car Accident in Corpus Christi

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:20:28 GMT

Your Guide to Protecting Your Rights After a Corpus Christi Car Crash

What to Do After a Car Accident in Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi's busy roads — South Padre Island Drive, US-181, Navigation Boulevard, and the Harbor Bridge corridor — see thousands of accidents every year. When you are involved in a crash, the decisions you make in the minutes, hours, and days that follow can significantly impact your ability to recover full compensation for your injuries.

At Anderson Alexander PLLC, our Super Lawyers rated Corpus Christi car accident attorneys have helped injury victims throughout the Coastal Bend recover the compensation they deserve. Here is exactly what you need to do after a car accident in Corpus Christi.

STEP 1 — CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY

Call 911 after any accident involving injury or significant property damage. A police report is essential documentation for your personal injury claim. Texas law requires you to report accidents resulting in injury, death, or property damage over $1,000. Never leave the scene before law enforcement arrives.

STEP 2 — SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION THE SAME DAY

See a doctor the same day even if you feel fine. Adrenaline masks pain. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and internal injuries often do not produce obvious symptoms immediately. A gap between your accident and your first medical visit gives insurance companies powerful ammunition to argue your injuries were not caused by the crash. Protect yourself by getting evaluated immediately.

STEP 3 — DOCUMENT EVERYTHING AT THE SCENE

Photograph all vehicles involved from multiple angles showing the damage clearly. Photograph the overall scene including road conditions, traffic signals, skid marks, and debris. Photograph your injuries immediately and again over the following days. Get the name, phone number, driver license number, license plate, and insurance information of every driver involved. Collect contact information from any witnesses present.

The Corpus Christi area has traffic cameras on major corridors that your attorney may be able to subpoena. This is another reason to contact Anderson Alexander as soon as possible after your accident.

STEP 4 — DO NOT SPEAK WITH THE OTHER DRIVER'S INSURANCE COMPANY

Texas is an at-fault state. The other driver's insurance company is working to minimize your claim from the moment they learn about the accident. Do not give a recorded statement, accept any settlement offer, or sign any documents before consulting Anderson Alexander. You are required to notify your own insurance company of the accident, but you have the right to consult an attorney first.

STEP 5 — PRESERVE ALL EVIDENCE AS YOUR CASE DEVELOPS

Photograph your injuries every day for the first two weeks to document their progression. Keep a daily journal describing your pain levels, symptoms, and how your injuries affect your daily life and work. Save every medical bill, prescription receipt, and out-of-pocket expense related to your injuries. Document every day of work you miss and gather confirmation from your employer of your lost wages. Save all correspondence from insurance companies but do not respond without consulting Anderson Alexander.

STEP 6 — CONTACT ANDERSON ALEXANDER PLLC IMMEDIATELY

Texas gives you two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury claim. But do not wait. Evidence disappears. Surveillance footage gets overwritten. Witnesses become harder to locate. And insurance companies begin building their defense immediately.

Austin Anderson and Clif Alexander are named to Super Lawyers — a distinction given to the top attorneys in Texas based on peer recognition and professional achievement. They have built a reputation for aggressive, results-oriented representation for Corpus Christi injury victims.

COMMON MISTAKES CORPUS CHRISTI CAR ACCIDENT VICTIMS MAKE

Posting about the accident on social media. Anything you post can be used by the insurance company to argue that you are not as injured as you claim. Stay off social media entirely until your case is resolved.

Accepting a quick settlement offer. Initial offers are almost always substantially below the true value of your claim. Never accept any offer without first consulting Anderson Alexander.

Stopping medical treatment prematurely. Gaps in medical treatment send a signal to insurance companies that your injuries are not as serious as you claim. Continue all recommended treatment until your doctors release you.

HOW ANDERSON ALEXANDER FIGHTS FOR CORPUS CHRISTI CAR ACCIDENT VICTIMS

Our personal injury team handles every aspect of your car accident claim. We investigate the accident, gather and preserve evidence, work with medical experts to document your injuries, negotiate aggressively with insurance companies, and take your case to trial when that is what it takes.

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Why Seo matters

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The wrong SEO can position your firm for the wrong cases.

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