Personal Injury
What Size Fire Extinguisher Do I Need for My Truck?
Brian White | May 23, 2016 | Personal Injury, Truck Accidents
Commercial vehicle operators work long hours and provide an invaluable service in transporting our goods across the country. Some truckers haul more dangerous materials than others, receiving a hazardous designation from the department of transportation. These individuals are beholden to stricter rules, including emergency equipment requirements. So just what is required of truckers transporting dangerous… read more
Can I Press Assault Charges if My Child Was Beat Up at School in Houston, TX?
Brian White | May 11, 2016 | Personal Injury, safety
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Why Do Personal Injury Lawyers have a Bad Reputation?
Brian White | April 12, 2016 | Personal Injury
Maybe it’s the cheesy TV ads, or maybe it’s the portrayal of lawyers in popular media (we also hear that lawyer jokes aren’t the kindest). Whatever the reason, personal injury attorneys aren’t known for their squeaky-clean reputation. So what gives this particular branch of law a bad rap? One Bad Apple Spoils the Bushel You’ll… read more
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Lawyer for Your Houston Car Accident Case
Brian White | April 12, 2016 | Auto Accidents, Court, Personal Injury
Even if you pride yourself on being calm under pressure, car accidents in Houston are stressful. You’re dealing with insurance companies, medical bills, and emotional trauma from the accident, itself. A lawyer can help make the claims process smoother, but only if you look to the right firm. When it comes to hiring a legal… read more
Is it Legal to Own a Pet Tiger in Texas?
Brian White | March 9, 2016 | Personal Injury, safety
Exotic pets are becoming increasingly popular. Looking for options beyond the classic cat and dog, Texans are seeking companionship from less likely sources: sugar gliders, ferrets, and exotic birds top the list of offbeat pets for owners. Some people look for even grander animals: tigers and bears, for example. Is owning such animals legal? The… read more
Why Hoverboards are Dangerous and the Lawsuits Surrounding Them
Brian White | March 6, 2016 | Personal Injury, Product Defects, safety
2015 was the year that Back to the Future 2 imagined us driving in flying cars and riding hoverboards around town. The filmmakers were half right: while we’ve yet to see cars go airborne, hoverboards were one of the hottest toys of the 2015 holiday season. The handheld segues flew off mall shelves all over… read more
Dangers Associated with Taking Public Transportation
Brian White | March 1, 2016 | Personal Injury
Utilizing public transportation is an effective way to save money on costs associated with owning a vehicle. As an added bonus, it’s a great way to do your part in helping the environment by reducing your carbon footprint. Unfortunately, dangers lurk in public transportation avenues like subways, buses, and trains. Public Transportation Crashes Just like… read more
Can a Parent Face Charges if His or Her Child is a Bully in Texas?
Brian White | February 4, 2016 | Personal Injury
Sadly, bullying is a common problem. Most of us can remember being teased or harassed in school, but with the rise of the internet and cyberbullying, this topic has taken a serious turn. We more clearly understand the effects and causes of this behavior today, and new resources and legal actions have surfaced. If your… read more
How Much Can Hospital Transportation Cost You in Houston, TX?
Brian White | January 21, 2016 | Personal Injury
If you’ve ever been in a serious accident, you know the cost of medical treatment is one of the first things that comes to mind. Health insurance is supposed to cover expenses related to treatment and transportation to the hospital, right? Unfortunately, it’s becoming more common for insurance companies to deny coverage for ambulance or… read more
How to Recognize and Report Police Misconduct in Houston
Brian White | January 19, 2016 | Personal Injury
We’re taught from a young age that police are supposed to protect us and our communities. We grow up respecting local officers, and many of us probably wanted to be one when we grew up. Unfortunately, the world we live in isn’t as protected or just as we believed when we were children. Police are… read more