Author: Tom Crosley

Severe soft tissue injuries can result in six- or seven-figure settlements, but each case is unique with a wide range of possible outcomes. Learn more about what your case could be worth.

Jerry M. survived a horrific accident that could have been fatal. However, he was left with “invisible” injuries that, seemingly, no one could explain. This is the story of a man who desperately needed someone to dig deeper into his case and understand that something was seriously wrong, despite initial test results and outward appearances.…

For Immediate Release: December 1, 2019 Parents of Six-year old Kameron Prescott Announce Federal Civil Lawsuit Against Bexar County. San Antonio, Texas: Attorney Tom Crosley will hold a news conference at 10:00 a.m. Monday morning, December 2, 2019, to announce the filing of a federal civil rights lawsuit following the tragic death of six-year-old Kameron…

At Crosley Law, we prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. However, we also understand the power of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), methods that help people avoid a trial and resolve their disputes out of court. We have a history of using aggressive legal techniques and excel at ADR methods like mediation. Keep…

With the start of the 2019 New Year, Crosley Law proudly launched the community service branch of our law firm, officially founding Crosley Cares. The brainchild of our Director of Happiness Ruthie Foultz, Crosley Cares was originally a client advocacy service offered because she recognized our clients needed support navigating the often-overwhelming processes involved in…

At Crosley Law, we’ve helped many grieving families after the unexpected loss of a loved one. While we focus our practice on catastrophic injury claims, our clients frequently come to us with questions about life insurance claims. Below, our lawyers outline the essentials of Texas life insurance law. How Do Life Insurance Policies Work? After…

The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo is one of the best ways to kick off the new year in South Texas! Annually attracting more than 2 million people over a three week schedule, this year’s events promise to bring an even bigger crowd.  The 2019 rodeo is packed with one-of-a-kind entertainment; from a petting…

From Ophthalmology to Personal Injury Our newest team member Shawn Mechler was almost never an attorney. A biology major from The University of Texas at Austin (UT), Shawn was sure for the first part of his life that he was going to be a neurosurgeon. Optical Solution Since his freshman year of high school, Shawn…

January is the best month to revive your health and fitness regimens. Even though it’s cold, we asked around the office to find out what our firm is doing to sweat it out in January and lose those holiday pounds. Our Team’s Best Suggestions for Fat Burning and Clean Eating Managing partner Tom Crosley enjoys…

The Oxford Dictionary’s word of the year for 2016 was “post-truth.” Today, people are becoming more reliant on feelings, emotion, and belief systems than facts. After a serious injury, you’ll want your jury to get the best possible information and carefully weigh the facts of your claim. But unless you have an experienced personal injury…

After a serious car crash or catastrophic accident, the insurance company may approach you about a settlement. While a lump sum payment may seem appealing, you should always be cautious. Once you accept a settlement, you usually can’t go back later and demand more compensation. Keep reading to learn the basics of settlement negotiation from…

After a serious car crash or catastrophic injury, many victims struggle with unpaid medical bills, lost income, and overwhelming stress related to finances. The insurance companies know how exhausting all this can be, which is why they use delay tactics that can stretch a personal injury claim out for years. Fortunately, you don’t have to…

Now that school is back in session, you’ve probably noticed a significant increase in students walking, driving, and bicycling to class. This causes additional congestion and risk for injuries since children aren’t always as focused on safety as adults. Everyone has a duty to keep our children safe, so keep reading to learn about some…

We’re excited to announce Crosley Law’s 2018 Local Scholarship recipient: Albion Zogaj. Albion graduated from Health Careers High School in San Antonio. His powerful essay on distracted driving and his academic credentials contributed to his nomination and selection. Crosley Law’s Scholarship Program Empowers San Antonio Students As part of our commitment to San Antonio, Crosley…

Over the years, personal injury litigation has become more and more complex. It requires working closely with expert witnesses, developing complicated legal theories, conducting detailed and careful investigations, using cutting-edge technology, and much more. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing outstanding service to our clients, the Crosley Law team sent nearly all of…

Insurance companies often try to deny claims and save money. While some accident claims involve legitimate disputes, insurance companies sometimes abuse their power and deny valid claims. In these situations, you might have an insurance bad faith claim. Below, Crosley Law Firm explains how to identify insurance bad faith and what you can do about it. 

We observe Memorial Day each year on the last Monday in May as a remembrance of those individuals who died in active military service. Although Memorial Day was originally called Decoration Day, its purpose has evolved and expanded over the past 150 years.

“Somebody needs to get this guy off the road!” Tragedy struck near Concan, Texas on Wednesday afternoon, March 29, when a young man driving a Dodge pickup crossed the center line and collided head-on with a passenger bus carrying 14 elderly individuals returning from a 3-day retreat at the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment in Leakey,…

Tom’s Crosley’s article “High-Flying Danger” has been featured in the December 2016 issue of Trial magazine. In the past, we have discussed the unique and very real risk of injury that trampoline parks pose to visitors as well as the dangerous lack of regulation that applies to these parks and other similar venues such as…

In an effort to raise awareness about the tragic death of Robert “Bobby” Cornish as a result of another driver texting and driving, Tom Crosley announced that he will be representing the Cornish’s family (Robert’s pregnant wife and two daughters) pro bono in a wrongful death lawsuit. You can read more of the story on…

KENS5 Eyewitness News reported on the senseless and tragic death of Robert “Bobby” Cornish, who was killed as a result of a collision on Loop 410 in San Antonio. The teenage driver who struck him was distracted, and the Cornish family is working with Tom Crosley to file a wrongful death lawsuit. “What we are…

Footage from the press conference earlier this week at the Crosley Law Firm offices was recently featured on KSAT 12 News during a segment covering the crash that killed Robert “Bobby” Cornish as well as the legislation filed in Austin that aims to ban texting and driving throughout Texas. At the press conference, Tom Crosley…

At Crosley Law Firm, we are intimately familiar with tragedy. Time and time again, we have seen and sought to provide some relief for those who have been injured or lost loved ones because of others’ negligence or wrongdoing. Despite regularly encountering so much tragedy, we firmly believe that law is a vehicle for positive…

On September 22, 2016, Robert Cornish was killed by a distracted teen driver while he was investigating a problem with his trailer on the shoulder of Loop 410. The 32-year-old left behind two young children and his pregnant wife. His death was a senseless and heartbreaking loss that could have been prevented. For the first…

A Fox Sports video segment aired on Thursday, September 29 that highlighted the important role the University of Kansas’ head football coach, David Beaty, played in saving the life of Crosley Law Firm’s client, Max Menchaca. Max suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after falling through a hole in a trampoline at Cosmic Jump in…

An insurance company has made you a settlement offer for your personal injury claim. Should you accept? In this video, Attorney Tom Crosley of Crosley Law Firm explains what factors you need to consider if you find yourself in this situation. Crosley offers two different scenarios for considering a settlement and explains how you should…

“Family credits Kansas head coach David Beaty with saving their child’s life” — Fox Sports Fox Sports interviewed University of Kansas head football coach about his courageous effort to help rescue Max Menchaca, a Houston teen who was badly hurt at a trampoline park after falling through a tear in the trampoline fabric. Crosley Law…

“EXCLUSIVE: Husband talks about wife’s sudden death after allergy shot” — Fox 29/FoxSanAntonio.com / CBS Austin Tom Crosley spoke with Fox San Antonio reporter Darian Trotter about the case of a wife and mother who died suddenly after a routine allergy shot. Experts had no immediate answers as to why the woman died, but Crosley…

Hands-Free Technology Cell phones are multitasking wonders—we use them to explore the web, to email, to text, and to occasionally make an old-fashioned phone call. Hands-free technology offers the opportunity to continue multitasking and stay connected while driving, with the promise that we can do so safely. However, studies suggest that hands-free technology contributes to…

  Tom Crosley of Crosley Law Firm will be presenting at the Advanced Personal Injury Law Course 2016 from September 14 to 16 at the Westin Oaks Hotel in Houston. His presentation will focus on traumatic brain injuries and is titled “Litigating Traumatic Brain Injury Cases: An Overview.” He previously delivered this presentation on July…

There are many professions in which around-the-clock schedules are required, including many jobs in the transportation and aviation field. Because of the critical nature of their work and the need to work more hours in a concentrated amount of time, fatigue will often set in with these employees, leading to a sharp decrease in performance.…

A particular kind of sinking feeling sets in when you realize your vehicle is totaled. In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, everyone’s primary concerns should be looking out for the safety of those involved, calling the police, and getting prompt medical attention — even if any injuries resulting from the crash seem minor.…

This summer, Crosley Law Firm had the chance to offer an internship opportunity to Jeanette Berlanga, an Assistance for Qualified Underprivileged Athletic Scholars (AQUAS) student-athlete. Jeanette came to AQUAS as a junior from the charter school KIPP University Prep. From the beginning, AQUAS knew they had met a very special person, a dedicated student, and…

This. Is. Sparta! You have put in the long hours and grueling study sessions, and you are well on your way towards your law degree. Congratulations! Now what? The economic downturn of 2008 caused many businesses and corporations to decrease their legal spending as an austerity measure. One consequence of this was a sharp decline…

“Profit over care: Dental patients complain of unnecessary work” — KHOU 11 Reporters from KHOU in Houston spoke with Tom Crosley about statewide complaints from dental patients whose dentists performed unnecessary procedures on them for billing purposes. Tom Crosley represented more than 250 children who received such procedures in a personal injury lawsuit, which concluded…

May is Military Appreciation Month, and Crosley Law Firm wants to acknowledge the selfless service of our military men and women, both stateside and abroad. San Antonio, or Military City USA, is home to one of the nation’s largest populations of active duty service members, many of whom work at Joint Base San Antonio. Joint…

“Defenders investigation: Upselling dental procedures” — KVUE-TV Tom Crosley spoke with KVUE-TV in Austin about his work representing more than 250 children throughout the San Antonio Area who received unnecessary or sub-standard dental work, often under conditions that caused unnecessary pain and suffering. Dentists performed these unethical procedures on the children simply so they could…

May 1 Is Law Day Law Day is a holiday that celebrates the role of law in our nation’s history and culture and allows us to learn a little more about a specific topic in legal history. Law Day dates back to 1958 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued a proclamation creating the holiday based…

The 2016 Texas Trails and Active Transportation (TTAT) Conference brings together individuals involved with bicycle, pedestrian, and other active transportation and recreation modes from around Texas and the world with the same goal in mind: sharing current information and examples and sparking inspiration to improve our communities. This three-day conference offers 60+ sessions with expert speakers,…

An Oasis of Oil On September 14, 2011, a major explosion at an oil well owned by Oasis Petroleum North America, LLC in the Bakken region of North Dakota claimed the lives of two workers—Brendan Wenger, who died instantly, and Ray Hardy, who would die the following day as a result of the burns he…

“Texas teen awarded $11.5M after suffering brain injury from fall at trampoline park” — New York Daily News The New York Daily News spoke to Tom Crosley about the $11.5 million verdict that Crosley secured on behalf of Max Menchaca, a Houston teen who suffered severe injuries at a trampoline park when he fell through…

On September 1, 2015 Texas became the 25th state to enact a set of all-offender ignition interlock laws, known as HB 2246. Already in effect, HB 2246 mandates that any driver convicted of a DWI must install an ignition interlock system in their vehicle. This mandate is a change from the previous law, which required…

Tom Crosley recently took the deposition of a state escalator inspector in one of the firm’s cases. The lawsuit arose from the malfunction of an escalator in the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio that injured 19 people. During a convention in May 2013, a fully loaded two-story escalator stopped abruptly, the safety…

A violent accident on US-290 in Houston yesterday morning left two people dead. The crash occurred when an 18-wheeler collided with a car that had broken down in a traffic lane near a construction area. In addition to the two individuals who lost their lives, two others were injured, and the wreck caused a hazmat…

Crosley Law Firm has a concrete understanding of exactly what it means to be prepared when a personal injury case goes to trial. It’s more than just presenting the evidence to a jury. In this short video, Tom Crosley, Principal Attorney with Crosley Law Firm, shares some insight into what preparedness means to his firm.…

Yet another jury verdict has come down in favor of the victims who have suffered physically and emotionally as a result of the irresponsible, unethical, and reckless actions of Janssen Pharmaceuticals Inc. – a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson. Nicholas Murray’s claim—the fourth in a series of cases presented this year—alleged that Johnson & Johnson…

Occupational Fatalities Despite significant progress in recent years, workplace safety is still a major issue for both employees and employers alike in San Antonio. According to a recent article published by My San Antonio, there have been 26 worker deaths in the city since 200, and of the occupational fatalities during the last six years,…

Crosley Law Firm is pleased to announce that Thomas A. Crosley has once again been named one of Super Lawyers Top 50 Attorneys, as published by Thomson Reuters, in Central and West Texas. This is Mr. Crosley’s second appearance on the Top 50 list in the last three years and his 11th Super Lawyers recognition…

At Crosley Law Firm, we handle a lot of personal injury cases involving car wrecks. In some instances, a devastating crash can result in severe injuries that ultimately heal, and the victim goes on to make a full recovery. The flip side is that we also see many collisions that appear to be minor but…

With the increasingly widespread availability and ownership of personal recording devices such as dash cams, there seems to be a corresponding increase in reports of police misconduct, profiling, and even outright violence occurring during what seem to be routine traffic stops. We’ve written before about how technology can help get the facts straight in a…

Occasionally at Crosley Law Firm, we acquire cases from other attorneys. Sometimes people make the deliberate choice to get new representation; other times, extenuating circumstances end up leading clients to our firm. In this case, our client’s former attorney became ill and could not keep up with his case load, and from the first day…

Our very own Tom Crosley has been selected for inclusion in the 22nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America©, one of the oldest and most well-respected peer-review publications for the legal profession. The first edition was published in 1983, and it has grown to earn the respect of the public, the media, and legal…

Has anyone ever threatened to sue you? From grown adults making offhand threats in a moment of anger or frustration to children making hasty accusations on the playground, it seems like just about everyone in the United States is ready to take legal action against one another at a moment’s notice. What’s worse is that…

With the exception of a couple of US states, all fledgling attorneys must pass the bar exam before practicing law independently. This expression may conjure up images of lawyers in a tavern arguing and presiding before an impromptu court or perhaps toasting their trial victories down at the local pub. Though humorous, these are not…

Tom Crosley will share his expertise and 25 years of legal experience with a wider audience, including you, on Sunday, May 31st on 930AM The Answer. 930AM The Answer offers thought provoking, intelligent discourse on a variety of issues impacting the public today. Tom Crosley will be the guest of Roy McDonald on his show,…

Have you ever hired a lawyer? Have you been involved in a personal injury accident and are considering your options? You may be wondering what an attorney does in the process of representing you and your claim. Tom Crosley helps to answer this question via video. In the video, Tom discusses the crucial role of…

Although we like to think that our electronic activities are personal and private, we are quickly learning that they are anything but. The activities we conduct on our phones, computers, and social media profiles comprise some of the most easily accessible information in existence, especially with the creation, permeation, and proliferation of the cloud. Although…

Photo credit: PaperScraps / Foter / CC BY-NC Insurance, today, is an enormous industry. Back in 2006, non-life insurance claims averaged almost a billion dollars – every day. In 2013 in the United States, the net premiums written for all types of insurance totaled $1 trillion dollars (that’s over $2.7 billion a day). And despite the…

Stan H. and Dale A. were heading to a high school football game in Kerr County, Texas in the fall of 2012. Although both of them were in their 50s and had jobs (Stan was a sales representative, and Dale was a home inspector and real estate agent), they devoted their spare time to officiate…

When lawyers speak, it can sometimes feel they’re talking in a completely different language. In fact, the term “legalese” has been in the dictionary since the turn of the 20th century, and it means “the formal and technical language of legal documents that is often hard to understand.” Many people feel intimidated when they meet…

In an earlier news article, we summarized the facts about the recent Wedgwood fire tragedy as they were known at the time. New details have come to light since the days after the disaster, and Crosley Law Firm is now accepting personal injury and wrongful death cases related to the fire at Wedgwood Senior Living…

Photo credit: daveynin / Foter / CC BY Since 2010, the Eagle Ford Shale region of southern Texas has become one of the most actively drilled areas for oil and gas in the nation. Because of all the development in the region, traffic has increased considerably, and there is now a significant commercial trucking presence…

Many people are unaware of exactly what we mean when we talk about “the cloud,” but it is actually fairly simple to understand. Think of the cloud as a gigantic collection of equipment that allows software to run on any device with an internet connection. The cloud allows you to access your software (photos, videos,…

We strive for and expect excellence in everything we do at Crosley Law Firm, including excellence in all things related to legal technology. We do not settle for proficiency; instead, we demand an exhaustive practical knowledge of all basic software applications for all of our attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants on staff. New industry findings…

“Uber and Lyft represent a trend for how people will get around in the future,” explains San Antonio City Councilman Rey Saldaña.[1] The question is, will we ever get to that future? With protests, committee meetings, and a constantly shifting economic and legislative landscape all related to ridesharing companies operating in San Antonio, the future…

A great deal of news has sprung up about car services such as Lyft and Uber as well as recent protests by cab drivers in front of City Hall in San Antonio. One primary focus in the larger discussion about taxicabs, Lyft, and Uber is the disparate regulation levels for these respective services, but there’s…

Statistically speaking, it would be safe to assume that the longest highways connecting the largest cities would be the most dangerous. There would be more cars on the road, more impatient drivers during peak commuting times, and more unpredictable conditions over the entire length of the highway. In Texas, though, that is not the case.…

In 2014, Crosley Law Firm, PC reached a confidential settlement for an undisclosed amount against Lone Star Bakery in two separate hand amputation cases. Pete Gonzales and Erik Salgado, the plaintiffs, were injured in March and May of 2011, respectively. Two different machines at Lone Star Bakery caused the damage and resulted in severe injury…

Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, but there can be other costs associated with a personal injury claim. Attorney Tom Crosley provides a thorough answer to the question: “How much does it cost to hire a lawyer for a personal injury case?”  

Think back. What was your first encounter with the term “lawyer”? For most of us, it was a television show or a movie. Maybe you remember your grandfather watching Matlock, or maybe you recall reading or watching To Kill a Mockingbird in school, rooting for Atticus Finch and wondering about Boo Radley. Whatever film or…

Unlike many other states, Texas does not require most private employers to provide workers’ compensation insurance. There are a few exceptions, such as public employees, building and construction contractors who work for public employers, motor bus companies, and some others. Outside of these cases, employers are not mandated to carry coverage for their workers. In…

There were many events leading up to the eventual recall of over twenty million GM vehicles worldwide. So far, vehicle defects have been linked to at least 13 deaths and 54 crashes. Shoddy production, ignored technician notes, and reports by consumers were all significant issues that were not appropriately dealt with until 2014 when GM’s…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is finally addressing a longstanding need — increasing the minimum liability insurance limit for the commercial motor vehicle industry. Current levels have been the same for the last 32 years, with minimums that are inadequate to meet the cost of some crashes. So what does this mean for…

This case involved what police called a “night of mayhem” in which a man ingested hallucinogenic mushrooms and got behind the wheel, causing several hit-and-run collisions. The plaintiffs of the case were represented by Tom Crosley and Charlie Gustin. The driver, Austin Hasten, rear-ended our clients in this case. Our clients were turning into the…

Crosley Law Firm is known for taking on significant personal injury cases, many pertaining to auto accidents and traumatic brain injuries, all while providing the best possible representation for their clients. A case in Corpus Christi, Texas, deviates from their normal cases, not in terms of the service provided, but in terms of the client…

Crosley Law Firm is pleased to announce that Tom Crosley has been recognized as one of the AV Preeminent Texas’ Top Rated Lawyers of 2014. AV Preeminent® rating is significant because it means Tom has been give a score of 4.5–5 out of 5. Our peers rank Tom Crosley at the “highest level of professional…

(Houston, TX) — A lawsuit was recently filed by the parents of a Houston teenager who suffered seizures and a traumatic brain injury after falling through a torn trampoline canvas at a local trampoline park last June. The family is represented by an attorney at the Crosley Law Firm. Mike and Traci Menchaca sued National…

Our client, a 42-year-old telecommunications worker, was injured when a wall-mounted telecommunications cabinet, weighing 350 lbs., fell on him, striking him in the head. Although the accident happened at Columbus AFB in Mississippi, our client’s crew was based in San Antonio, Texas.  The cabinet had been installed the previous day by Defendants’ employees. As a…

Our client, a 68 year-old school maintenance worker in East Texas, was running a work errand in a small pickup during the early morning hours. When he stopped to turn left into a bank parking lot, he was struck from behind by an 18-wheeler. The impact caused our client’s truck to travel several hundred yards,…

Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center recently released a study on deaths of pedestrians and cyclists caused by distracted driving. Unlike injury and death to passengers and drivers, the topic of pedestrians and cyclists in relation to distracted driving has received less attention. These numbers are increasing, as the study shows. The number…

Inside Edition recently ran a piece “Are Some Dentists Drilling For Dollars?” in which they told the stories of several children who were alleged victims of unnecessary and excessive dental work paid for by Medicaid. Tom Crosley was interviewed because his law firm represents more than 250 children in such cases: “I’ll give you an…

“Are some dentists drilling for dollars?” — Inside Edition Inside Edition reported in 2013 on a number of nationwide cases in which children received unnecessary dental procedures from dentists who wanted to “maximize billings.” Tom Crosley, who represented more than 250 victims of such unnecessary procedures in San Antonio and secured a confidential settlement on…

Crosley Law Firm is proud to announce that both Tom Crosley and R. Andrew Rodriguez have been named as San Antonio’s Top 25 Personal Injury Attorneys by SA Scene Magazine. In July, S.A. Scene sent a survey to area attorneys asking them to rank the top ten personal injury lawyers for plaintiffs by asking, “Who…

Attorney Tom Crosley spoke before a group of more than 100 dentists at the Texas Dental Association’s annual meeting in San Antonio yesterday.  The Texas Dental Association is having its annual meeting in San Antonio May 3-6, 2012.  The meeting is open to Dentists, Dental Residents, Dental Students, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff,…

The October 2011 issue of Texas Monthly magazine lists Tom Crosley as a “Texas Super Lawyer.” This marks the sixth consecutive year that Mr. Crosley has been selected. Only 5% of the attorneys in Texas are named to the list. Legal publisher Thomson Reuters conducts the Super Lawyers selection process, which includes peer nominations, a…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 2011 – The Crosley Law Firm, P.C. completed a confidential settlement today in a case involving spinal injuries to a 45-year-old San Antonio woman. The accident happened at 8:48 a.m. on August 21, 2009, on Highway 90 in San Antonio, Texas. An 18-wheeler owned and operated by a large national trucking company…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 23 2012 – Tom Crosley, of The Crosley Law Firm, was listed in the top cases of 2010. Elite Top Texas Verdicts magazine, published by NY-based legal publisher VerdictSearch, revealed the list of the top jury trial verdicts in Texas during 2010. The case of Mulder v. Venture Transport, which involved an…

Byron Harris, investigative reporter for Channel 8 News in Dallas has uncovered a Medicaid dental scheme where children are picked up off the street and offered cash to get dental work without their parents’ permission. Harris reports that four boys, ages 13-15,were offered $10 each to visit a local dental clinic by a man driving…

Last week in New Orleans, over 300 medical professionals and about 40 lawyers from the U.S. and Canada gathered for the 26th annual conference on medical and legal issues in brain injury.  Tom Crosley attended.  Some of the issues discussed include exciting technological advances in neuroimaging.  These developments not only make it easier to diagnose…

By Tom Crosley Governor Rick Perry recently signed a law designed to stop unnecessary dental treatment on children.  The bill was introduced by State Representative Lois W. Kolkhurst of Brenham, Texas.  Rep Kolkhurst, the daughter of a dentist, stated she introduced the bill after learning of the investigative reporting of WFAA television reporter, Byron Harris…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 2011 – Tom Crosley, of The Crosley Law Firm, has been retained to represent a 27-year-old man who was the victim of an unprovoked assault by NFL running back Cedric Benson. The attack happened on July 17, 2011, around 5:00 a.m. near a downtown Austin street corner. The attack put the victim…

San Antonio personal injury lawyer Thomas A. Crosley has been selected as a Top 50 Attorney in Central and West Texas marking his eighth consecutive selection to the Texas Super Lawyers. Crosley is honored to be one of the few personal injury plaintiff attorneys featured. Statewide nominations were solicited from Texas attorneys to compile the…

WFAA investigative reporter Byron Harris has broken the story that federal investigators are auditing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for the way it administers funds through the Medicaid program. The investigators seek answers as to why Texas spent $184 million on braces last year — more than all other 49 states combined!

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 6 2011 – Tom Crosley, of The Crosley Law Firm, gave a presentation in Dallas at a legal seminar yesterday. The seminar was hosted by the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and was entitled “Road Rules Dallas: A Crash Course Car Wreck Seminar.” Mr. Crosley spoke on Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists Coverage. His presentation…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 14 2011 — The Crosley Law Firm is currently representing the family of San Antonio police officer Sergio Antillon, who died 15 days after being struck by a drunk driver on October 14, 2010. The family filed suit today against the drunk driver of the vehicle that struck him, a second drunk…

Twenty-five year old Officer Sergio Antillon was driving home from a late night shift when he came upon a vehicle that had struck a guardrail and was stopped on the side of the road on Loop 410. Though his shift was over, Officer Antillon pulled over to assist the driver, Alfredo G. Araguz, who had…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 15 2011 – Tom Crosley, attorney at The Crosley Law Firm, is in New Orleans. He is attending the North American Brain Injury Society’s (NABIS) 9th Annual Conference on Brain Injury. NABIS is a society comprised of doctors, lawyers, and other professional members involved in issues surrounding brain injury. Our principal mission…

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb. 2012 – Tom Crosley, of The Crosley Law Firm, has been named by Texas Super Lawyers magazine as one of the, “Top Attorneys in Texas for 2010.” This marks the sixth year that Mr. Crosley has been given this honor.  Only five percent of the lawyers in the state are named by…

Bloomberg News, publisher of Business Week, released a lengthy feature article today exposing the dental abuse and over treatment committed by private-equity owned dental clinics. One such chain, Kool Smiles (managed by NCDR LLC) is reportedly under investigation by the United States Senate and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. To read more, visit:…

BASTROP, Texas, June 2012 – Tom Crosley, attorney at The Crosley Law Firm, delivered a speech on trial tactics at the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. This seminar concentrates on continuing legal education. His presentation focused on evidentiary and procedural issues involving proof of medical bills in the wake of the 2011 Texas Supreme Court opinion in…

This was a first-of-its-kind case against this aircraft manufacturer.  The case involved the fatal accident of a 23 year-old Air Force Academy graduate who was receiving her initial flight training through a private flight school.  The instructor was demonstrating a simulated forced landing and struck electrical lines causing the plane to crash.  A post-crash fire…

During her birth, Baby Castro suffered hypoxia, or lack of oxygen, to the brain.  This resulted in her being born with cerebral palsy and permanent brain damage.  Crosley Law Firm reviewed thousands of pages of medical and hospital records, served subpoenas, and took depositions of the doctors and nurses involved in her care.  Crosley Law…

Photo credit: ER24 EMS (Pty) Ltd. / Source / CC BY-SA Automobile collision near Lake Palestine, Texas.  Defendant, a high school senior, was driving his Lexus on his way to a friend’s lake house.  Plaintiff, a 67 year old woman, contended that Defendant was exceeding the speed limit and was driving outside of his lane…

Our clients, a husband and wife, were traveling on State Highway 16 in McMullen County at 6:30 a.m. on May 15, 2012. An 18 wheeler making an early morning run to an Eagle-Ford shale gas well failed to keep a proper lookout, and ran a stop sign.  Our client slammed on his brakes, but he…

On March 5, 2013, The Crosley Law Firm settled a case where our client was involved in two separate, serious car accidents within a span of six weeks. Our client, a 50 year-old woman, suffered serious back injuries in the collisions, for which she underwent multiple lumbar laminectomy surgeries. As a result she lost significant…

On September 4, 2012, Tom Crosley settled a case involving an on-duty police officer who was injured by a drunk driver.  Crosley’s client, a 33-year-old patrol officer, was struck nearly head-on while in his patrol car by the driver of a pickup truck, who had just left a bar.  Another officer witnessed the accident and…

On August 14, 2011, Bill Smith, an executive with USAA Insurance Company, was riding his Harley Davidson to the office on a Saturday when a teenage driver turned in front of him at an intersection. The resulting collision left Bill with eleven fractured ribs, a collapsed lung, fractures to his left femur, left tibia and…

The Crosley Law Firm, P.C. recently settled a boating accident case against Travis Boats and Motors, LLC and American Suzuki Corporation.  The accident occurred on the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas on Father’s Day in June 2008.  A father and his 11‑year-old son were in their new 15 foot Alumacraft johnboat powered by a 25HP…

Our client, a 64-year-old factory mechanic, was riding his street legal motor scooter to work in the early morning hours of October 15, 2010. He followed his normal route, which passed a large grocery distribution facility where trucks often lined up to unload. On this day, our client saw a refrigerated box truck parked on…

Wayne was a respected San Antonio lawyer and an experienced cyclist. He had committed to daily training sessions in preparation for the MS 150 Bike to the Beach, a two-day ride that supports multiple sclerosis research. One morning, he was 20 minutes into his ride when an 18-wheeler passed him. The tractor-trailer made a wide…