AUSTIN, TX, September 29, 2012 (Press-News.org) Stephen W. Stewart, founder of The Stewart Law Firm, P.L.L.C. in Austin, Texas, was honored with a Star Volunteer Award for services as a Law Enforcement Appreciation Team Member for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). "It is truly an honor to have received this volunteer award." Stephen W. Stewart states that The Stewart Law Firm is steadfast in the pursuit of justice on behalf of victims of drunk drivers. "Thousands of people each year suffer personal injuries or death as a result of a collision caused by a drunk driver. About every 20 minutes in Texas...someone is hurt or killed in a crash involving alcohol. One crash is simply too many. Many of these victims will need real help in order to deal with the resulting physical, emotional, and financial consequences in their lives." Stewart also adds that he "applauds Central Texas law enforcement agencies and the diligent work that they do in an effort to make Central Texas roadways safer."
The Stewart Law Firm is an Austin, Texas based law firm that prides itself in being on the front-line in fighting for victims' rights. The Stewart Law Firm handles cases involving catastrophic personal injuries, wrongful death, and defective products across Texas and the nation. You can learn more about The Stewart Law Firm on the web at www.thestewartlawfirm.net.
The Stewart Law Firm, PLLC
Stephen W. Stewart
3000 South IH-35
Suite 150
Austin, TX 78704
Phone: (877) 326-0411
Fax: (512) 326-8228
e-mail: sws@thestewartlawfirm.net
The Stewart Law Firm is an Austin, Texas based law firm that prides itself in being on the front-line in fighting for victims' rights. The Stewart Law Firm handles cases involving catastrophic personal injuries, wrongful death, and defective products across Texas and the nation.
Stephen Stewart Receives Star Volunteer Award from MADD
Stephen W. Stewart, founder of The Stewart Law Firm, P.L.L.C. in Austin, Texas, was honored with a Star Volunteer Award for services as a Law Enforcement Appreciation Team Member for MADD.
2012-09-29
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[Press-News.org] Stephen Stewart Receives Star Volunteer Award from MADDStephen W. Stewart, founder of The Stewart Law Firm, P.L.L.C. in Austin, Texas, was honored with a Star Volunteer Award for services as a Law Enforcement Appreciation Team Member for MADD.