CORPUS CHRISTI, TX (November 18, 2019) – Texas attorney and philanthropist Thomas J. Henry will be giving away thousands of Thanksgiving turkeys this Saturday as part of his firm’s annual Turkey Giveaway. The giveaway follows October’s Bark in the Park Pet Expos in Corpus Christi and San Antonio (both of which raised money for local, no-kill animal shelters) and comes just two weeks after Austin Elevates, a massive two-day art and music experience Thomas J. Henry hosted for the benefit of Austin nonprofits, including SAFE Alliance, Superhero Kids and St. David’s Foundation Community Fund.

The free public giveaway (with four pick-up locations in the Coastal Bend) will take place Saturday, November 23. Pickup locations include Alice, San Diego, Freer, and Corpus Christi, Texas.

A special giveaway for pre-approved churches and non-profit organizations will take place Friday, November 22 at the firm’s office in downtown Corpus Christi.

Thomas J. Henry started the Turkey Giveaway in Corpus Christi, Texas more than 20 years ago. Over the years, additional pickup locations were added in Alice, San Diego, and Freer in order to accommodate even more South Texas residents.

The Corpus Christi giveaway remains the largest giveaway location, with thousands of individuals waiting in a line that winds around Thomas J. Henry’s Starr Street office and through downtown Corpus Christi. Oftentimes, the first individuals begin lining up in front of the firm’s office the night before the giveaway.

In recent years, the Corpus Christi event has been expanded to include local vendors and a free kids zone with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a petting zoo, clowns, carnival games, free face painting, free popcorn, and more.

Interested media is invited to attend all events.

CHURCH AND NON-PROFIT GIVEAWAY* – Friday, November 22, 2019

*This giveaway is not open to the public- all churches and organizations were pre-approved and notified.

Corpus Christi, Texas

• Friday, November 22, 2019
• Thomas J. Henry Corpus Christi Office: 521 Starr Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401
• 2pm – 4pm

PUBLIC GIVEAWAYS – Saturday, November 23, 2019

Alice, Texas

• Saturday, November 23, 2019
• Jim Wells County Fair Grounds: 3001 South Johnson Street, Alice, Texas 78332
• 8am – 9am

San Diego, Texas

• Saturday, November 23, 2019
• San Diego City Hall: 404 S. Mier Street, San Diego, Texas 78384
• 9am – 10am

Freer, Texas

• Saturday, November 23, 2019
• Duval-Freer Airport: 5348 E. Hwy 44, Freer, Texas 78384
• 10am – 11am

Corpus Christi, Texas

• Saturday, November 23, 2019
• Thomas J. Henry Corpus Christi Office: 521 Starr Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401
• 12:00pm – 3:00pm

About Thomas J. Henry

Thomas J. Henry is the founder and owner of Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys, one of the nation’s leading personal injury firms. For over 25 years, the firm has fought to secure justice and compensation for individuals who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others and to prevent similar instances of wrongful death from occurring again.

Since its founding in 1993, Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys has grown into the largest personal injury plaintiff’s firm in Texas, housing more than 175 attorneys and 350 supporting staff. The firm currently operates seven office locations across San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin, and Houston.

Thomas J. Henry and his firm have been the recipients of numerous awards over the years.

In 2019, Glassdoor named Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys one of the “Best Places to Work” in the United States. It was the only law firm to make the list. That same year, Bloomberg Businessweek published a feature on Thomas J. Henry, highlighting his firm’s “clear commitment to client satisfaction.”

In 2018, Thomas J. Henry was named the Best San Antonio Attorney of 2018 by San Antonio Current and was also recognized as one of the Best Personal Injury Attorneys in the nation by Newsweek.com. In 2017, Thomas J. Henry achieved one of the 10 largest verdicts recorded in Texas for the year (awarded to Thomas J. Henry by Texas Lawyer, an ALM company) as well as the #1 Texas Car Accident, Bus Accident, and Negligent Supervision Verdicts for the year (awarded to Thomas J. Henry by TopVerdict.com).

Recent record breaking verdicts include:

• $35 Million for a Trucking Accident Resulting in Wrongful Death (Expenses: $100,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $12,750,000.00 | Net to Client: $22,150,000.00)
• $30.2 Million for an Accident Involving a Recalled Vehicle Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $39,576.15 | Attorney’s Fees: $10,060,980.00 | Net to Client: $20,121,960.57)
• $12.7 Million for a Medical Malpractice Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $300.000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $2,000,000.00 | Net to Client: $10.4 Million – Purchase of Lifetime Annuity)
• $10.9  Million for Medical Malpractice Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $300,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $3,200,000.00 | Net to Client: $4,029,762.00 – Purchase of Lifetime Annuity)
• $10  Million for a Company Vehicle Accident Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $125,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $4,250,000.00 | Net to Client: $5,625,000.00)

In 2016, Forbes Magazine named Thomas J. Henry a “Texas Leader in Law,” noting his ability to secure large financial awards, a positive reputation among professional peers, and a dedication to philanthropy at the local, national, and global levels. Also in 2016, Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys was listed on Newsweek.com’s annual list of “Premier Law Firms.”

Thomas J. Henry is also a lifetime member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and of Rue Ratings’ “Best Attorneys of America.”

Outside of the courtroom, the firm is known for its many philanthropic endeavors and generous contributions to local and global communities.

The firm has an active philanthropy program which supports causes related to poverty, veterans, national disaster relief, education, animals, and the arts.

Two-day event will welcome recording artists Kygo, Daddy Yankee, G-Eazy and world renown street artist Alec Monopoly

AUSTIN, TEXAS (OCT. 28, 2019) – Philanthropist and Attorney Thomas J. Henry  is proud to announce, “Austin Elevates,” a new community art and music experience, taking place November 8-9, 2019 in Austin, Texas.

The two-day event is FREE to the public and will also benefit local nonprofit organizations the SAFE Alliance, Superhero Kids and St. David’s Foundation Community Fund.

To kick-off the two-day event, contemporary street artist Alec Monopoly, will publicly unveil a new mural dedicated to the Lone Star State on Friday, November 8 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Parlor and Yard (601 W 6th St, 78701). Monopoly’s work has received international recognition by leading luxury brands, art galleries and celebrities. The mural unveiling will be followed by an exclusive invitation-only afterparty at Summit Rooftop Lounge (120 W 5th St, 78701) with a special performance by ‘G-Eazy.’

Then on Saturday, November 9, “Austin Elevates” will continue with a special benefit concert at the Austin360 Amphitheatre (9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd, 78617) featuring live performances by recording artists ‘Kygo’ and ‘Daddy Yankee’. All donated proceeds from the event will support the participating nonprofit organizations.

FREE tickets to this concert will be available starting Friday, November 1 at: www.AustinElevates.com

“Austin continues to be one of our nation’s most popular destinations to experience the best in art and music. With this event, I hope to foster more unique talent in order to further elevate the Austin community and support the amazing nonprofits making a cultural difference every day,” said Attorney Thomas J. Henry.

About Thomas J. Henry Law Firm

Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys is one of the largest plaintiffs’ firms in the country. The firm currently houses more than 175 attorneys and 350 supporting staff in six office locations across Texas in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin and Houston.

About SAFE Alliance

Based in Austin, Texas, the SAFE Alliance is a merger of Austin Children’s Shelter and SafePlace. SAFE is dedicated to assisting and protecting women and children who have suffered from domestic abuse.

About SuperHero Kids

Superhero Kids was founded in December 2009 to specifically address quality of life issues for children and their families battling cancer and blood disorders at the Children’s Blood and Cancer Center of Central Texas.

About St. David’s Foundation Community Fund

St. David’s Foundation Community Fund delivers the benefits of good health wherever and however they are needed, across the entire spectrum of health-related issues facing five-county areas in Central Texas (Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis and Williamson counties). St David’s makes grants to innovative organizations ready to solve problems and bring good health into reach for all our neighbors.

About Kygo

Recognized by Billboard Magazine as the ‘the next EDM superstar’, Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll, a.k.a KYGO, has gone from bedroom producer to one of the most hyped electronic artists on the planet in unprecedented time. Having established himself as a household name thanks to his widely popular remixes, sell out shows in North America and Europe, as well as headline performances at festivals including “TomorrowWorld” and “Findings.”

About Daddy Yankee

Daddy Yankee is indisputably one of the modern era’s major musical influences with more than 20 million albums sold and over 70 million loyal followers throughout his digital networks. Named one of the “Most Influential Hispanics” globally by CNN, People and Time Magazine, the “Big Boss” has enjoyed a successful career that has spanned almost two decades and has taken him from his native island of Puerto Rico as far as Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

About G-Eazy

G-Eazy is a rapper and producer from Oakland, California. His first major-label album, These Things Happen, topped the US Billboard’s Hip-Hop/R&B as well as Top Rap Albums charts, earning him the number 3 spot on the US Billboard 200. His second studio album, When It’s Dark Out, featuring the single “Me, Myself & I” followed suit, securing the top 10 spot on US Billboard Hot 100. His chart-topping success continued with his third album, The Beautiful & Damned, featuring ”No Limit” which also reached the number 4 spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 in 2017. G-Eazy’s next album, These Things Happen Too, is expected to be released later this year.

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San Antonio, TX (September 24, 2019)– A San Antonio jury sent a message to Texas and the entire country Friday in delivering a $59.8 million verdict in a crash involving a drunk driver. The case, Armando Guerrero III vs. Nydia Pena, was tried in the 166th District Court in Bexar County. Hon. Laura Salinas presided. On Tuesday, Judge Salinas converted the verdict into a $60,086,578.32 judgement, to include pre-judgment interest in the case. This judgment cannot be dismissed by bankruptcy (Under 11 U.S.C. § 523 – U.S. Code – Title 11. Bankruptcy § 523. Exceptions to discharge (A) 9.)

Details of the Judgment

Thomas J. Henry stated, “This judgment represents a non-dischargeable judgment for money. Due to the intoxication assault finding in the case, the judgment cannot be discharged in bankruptcy. Collection actions can occur over the course of the defendant’s life.”

Facts of the San Antonio Drunk Driving Crash Case

The crash occurred in May 2016, when the vehicle carrying Thomas J. Henry’s client, 23-year-old Armando Guerrero, III, was struck by a speeding drunk driver who ran a red light on Southwest Military Drive. 

Mr. Guerrero suffered facial and abdominal injuries and underwent surgery for a broken jaw, spleen repair, and other injuries.

Details of the San Antonio Drunk Driving Crash Lawsuit

Defendant Nydia Pena admitted she was intoxicated at the time of the accident and that she was distracted by her child in the backseat. She ran a red light while traveling at a speed of over 78 mph in a 40 mph zone. 

Details of the San Antonio Drunk Driving Crash Verdict

After three hours of deliberation, the jury found in favor of the plaintiff and awarded the following damages supported by the evidence:

• Past and Future Physical Pain and Mental Anguish: $7,500,000
• Past and Future Disfigurement: $550,000
• Past and Future Physical Impairment: $1,625,000
• Past Medical Expenses: $81,223.22
• Punitive Damages: $50,000,000

With pre-judgment interest, the final judgment will exceed $60 million.

Thomas J. Henry stated, “When a driver chooses to drink and get behind the wheel, they are making a decision that puts everybody on the road at risk. This case exemplifies the extensive, life-altering consequences that arise from that sort of decision.”

Thomas J. Henry continued by saying, “I hope the judgment our firm achieved for Mr. Guerrero serves as a reminder: If you choose to drink and drive, you will be held accountable to the fullest extent the law allows.”

About Thomas J. Henry

Thomas J. Henry is the founder and owner of Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys, one of the nation’s leading personal injury firms. For over 25 years, the firm has fought to secure justice and compensation for individuals who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others and to prevent similar instances of wrongful death from occurring again.

Since its founding in 1993, Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys has grown into the largest personal injury plaintiff’s firm in Texas, housing more than 150 attorneys and 350 supporting staff. The firm currently operates seven office locations across San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin, and Houston.

Thomas J. Henry and his firm have been the recipients of numerous awards over the years.

In 2019, Glassdoor named Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys one of the “Best Places to Work” in the United States. It was the only law firm to make the list. That same year, Bloomberg Businessweek published a feature on Thomas J. Henry, highlighting his firm’s “clear commitment to client satisfaction.”

In 2018, Thomas J. Henry was named the Best San Antonio Attorney of 2018 by San Antonio Current and was also recognized as one of the Best Personal Injury Attorneys in the nation by Newsweek.com. In 2017, Thomas J. Henry achieved one of the 10 largest verdicts recorded in Texas for the year (awarded to Thomas J. Henry by Texas Lawyer, an ALM company) as well as the #1 Texas Car Accident, Bus Accident, and Negligent Supervision Verdicts for the year (awarded to Thomas J. Henry by TopVerdict.com).

Recent record breaking verdicts include:

• $35 Million for a Trucking Accident Resulting in Wrongful Death (Expenses: $100,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $12,750,000.00 | Net to Client: $22,150,000.00)
• $30.2 Million for an Accident Involving a Recalled Vehicle Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $39,576.15 | Attorney’s Fees: $10,060,980.00 | Net to Client: $20,121,960.57)
• $12.7 Million for a Medical Malpractice Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $300.000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $2,000,000.00 | Net to Client: $10.4 Million – Purchase of Lifetime Annuity)
• $10.9  Million for Medical Malpractice Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $300,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $3,200,000.00 | Net to Client: $4,029,762.00 – Purchase of Lifetime Annuity)
• $10  Million for a Company Vehicle Accident Resulting in Spinal Cord and Back Injuries (Expenses: $125,000.00 | Attorney’s Fees: $4,250,000.00 | Net to Client: $5,625,000.00)

In 2016, Forbes Magazine named Thomas J. Henry a “Texas Leader in Law,” noting his ability to secure large financial awards, a positive reputation among professional peers, and a dedication to philanthropy at the local, national, and global levels. Also in 2016, Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys was listed on Newsweek.com’s annual list of “Premier Law Firms.”

Thomas J. Henry is also a lifetime member of both the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and of Rue Ratings’ “Best Attorneys of America.”

Outside of the courtroom, the firm is known for its many philanthropic endeavors and generous contributions to local and global communities.

The firm has an active philanthropy program which supports causes related to poverty, veterans, national disaster relief, education, animals, and the arts.

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2019 Event Has New “Bark ‘till Dark” Theme and Later Start Time!

SAN ANTONIO, TX (September 23, 2019) – The fifth annual Thomas J. Henry Bark in the Park Howl-o-Ween Pet Costume Contest and Expo will be happening at Sunken Garden Theater in San Antonio Saturday, October 5th!

This year’s “Bark ‘till Dark” theme means a later start time (4pm) with spook-tacular décor, Halloween and fall-themed photo booths, a haunted hay bale maze, and more!

The family-friendly event, which raises money for local pet rescues, also features dozens of pet vendors, food trucks, pets for adoption, a kid’s zone with bounce houses and games, and free face painting.

The entire event centers on the pet costume contest, which runs on multiple stages all day long. Costume contest prizes range from $50 for all semi-finalists all the way up to $1,000 for our 1^st Place winner!

The event is free to the public. All proceeds from the event, including contest registration fees and vendor fees, go directly to San Antonio Pets Alive (SAPA) and Animal Defense League of Texas (ADL).

Contestants can pre-register their pets for $7 at bark.tjhlaw.com or register on-site the day of the event for $10 (cash only).

2019 BARK IN THE PARK EVENT INFO:

• Date: Saturday, October 5, 2019
• Time: 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• Location:
  • Sunken Garden Theater
    3875 N St. Mary’s Street
    San Antonio, Texas, 78212