Brian White | March 26, 2022 | Personal Injury
An examination under oath (EUO) is similar to a deposition. However, your insurance company requests the EUO to gather more information about a claim. Your testimony at an examination under oath is sworn testimony. Therefore, you are under penalty of perjury to answer questions truthfully. What Is an Examination Under Oath? Most insurance policies contain… read more
Brian White | March 15, 2022 | Personal Injury
A tort is an act or omission that harms or injures another person. In other words, another person causes you to sustain an injury or other harm because of their actions. Torts are generally based on negligence claims, but they could arise from intentional acts or strict liability. Claims are causes of action against other… read more
Brian White | February 8, 2022 | Personal Injury
Non-lawyers often ask what the “bar” stands for. The bar derives from the setup of a courtroom. A rail separates observers from the lawyers, parties, jurors, and judge. When law school graduates become eligible to practice law, the court allows them to cross the rail from the gallery into the courtroom. But the bar refers… read more
Brian White | January 22, 2022 | Personal Injury
Being in an accident can cause a person to experience intense emotional distress, even if the person only sustains minor injuries or no injuries at all. Texas personal injury laws permit accident victims to seek compensation for emotional distress. Accident victims may seek damages for negligent or intentional infliction of emotional distress. What is Emotional… read more
Brian White | January 18, 2022 | Personal Injury
When you are injured in an accident due to another party’s negligence, you may assume you have the right to file a lawsuit against that person. However, while you might be able to file a lawsuit, the court may dismiss the case if you lack standing. Standing is a legal concept addressed in the United… read more
Brian White | January 10, 2022 | Personal Injury
“Ambulance chaser” is a phrase that’s commonly heard in reference to personal injury cases. While it’s usually applied to the attorney on the case, the stereotype more accurately describes another involved party: the case runner. Case runners are individuals hired by unethical attorneys who are on the hunt for new clients. These runners are not… read more
Brian White | December 9, 2021 | Personal Injury
When you have a personal injury claim, you likely want to know how much money you will receive when your case settles when you have a personal injury claim. Certain items will get deducted from the gross settlement amount. It could help to get an answer to the question, “how much goes in my pocket?”… read more
Brian White | November 12, 2021 | Personal Injury
When you meet with a personal injury attorney to discuss your case, you may disclose sensitive personal information. However, as your case progresses, you may want to ensure that the discussions between you and your lawyer are confidential. Attorney-client privilege can give you peace of mind. It can also give you confidence that the discussions… read more
Brian White | February 23, 2021 | Personal Injury
After you suffer injuries in an accident, you will likely have to deal with the insurer for the person or business that caused your injury. Insurance claims can usually be resolved faster than a lawsuit can. An insurance settlement after a car accident, medical error, or slip and fall accident can put money in your… read more
Brian White | February 16, 2021 | Personal Injury
Settlement demand letters are used in most personal injury cases to begin settlement negotiations. These letters are generally drafted by the accident victim or the attorney for the accident victim and sent to the at-fault party’s insurance provider. The insurance company reviews the settlement demand letter and issues a response. Things You Should Know About Settlement Demand… read more