Personal Injury
Symptoms of a Broken Tailbone
Brian White | July 11, 2023 | Personal Injury
You have probably read that the spine includes 24 vertebrae. And this is true. Between your skull and your hips, you have seven vertebrae in your neck, 12 vertebrae in your chest, and five vertebrae in your lower back. These bones cooperate to support your weight and protect your spinal cord. But you have an… read more
What To Do When The Adjuster Won’t Return Your Calls After A Houston Accident
Brian White | March 29, 2023 | Personal Injury
Personal injury claims arise after many types of accidents, from car accidents to medical malpractice. Most personal injury claims involve insurance companies. Two problems almost always present themselves in injury cases. First, insurance adjusters are reluctant to offer fair settlement amounts to claimants. In some cases, they resort to stonewalling tactics to wear you down…. read more
Can I Sue Child Protective Services in Texas?
Brian White | March 22, 2023 | Personal Injury
NOTE: Our law firm does not handle child protective services cases. This article is for informational purposes only. Information found in the article does not constitute as formal legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. Child Protective Services (CPS), part of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, is charged with protecting… read more
How Many Years Is Law School?
Brian White | March 21, 2023 | Personal Injury
A career as a lawyer is one that requires substantial time, dedication, and perseverance. Despite the intense work required to obtain one’s Juris Doctor degree and pass the bar exam, the Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates that the career field will, in fact, grow by ten percent by 2031. There will always be a need… read more
You Received a Hospital Lien. What Exactly Does This Mean?
Brian White | March 14, 2023 | Personal Injury
If someone else injures you, you might find yourself unable to pay your medical expenses, even with health insurance. A hospital lien, also known as a medical lien, is a way of leveraging any future personal injury settlement or court judgment as collateral to assure your healthcare provider that you will eventually pay your medical… read more
Everything You Need To Know About Hot Water Scalding Burns on Children
Brian White | January 31, 2023 | Personal Injury
Children are vulnerable to burns for many reasons. Curious about their world, children will play with matches, touch hot pots and pans, and perform other actions that can result in severe or even fatal burn injuries. Hot water burns are particularly dangerous. Infants and toddlers often lack the strength or coordination to get out of… read more
How To Prepare For A Deposition
Brian White | January 22, 2023 | Personal Injury
When you file a personal injury lawsuit, everyone wants to hear from you. However, being the plaintiff in a personal injury lawsuit can be stressful. Not only are you waiting on pins and needles for an outcome, but you’ll have obligations during litigation. That probably includes being deposed. Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 199 governs… read more
Is It Possible To Get Out of Jury Duty in Texas?
Brian White | January 6, 2023 | Personal Injury
In the United States, a trial by jury is a fundamental right. Since every right comes with a corresponding responsibility, serving on a jury if you are called is your civic duty. This can be burdensome if you are called to serve on a complex product liability case, for example, because a trial might take… read more
Is it Possible To File a Claim in Houston, TX Without a Police Report?
Brian White | December 28, 2022 | Personal Injury
When you’re in a car accident in Houston or suffer any kind of damage to your property, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out the right steps to take. One of the first questions many people ask is “Do I need a police report to file a claim?” The answer is surprisingly simple; if… read more
What Classifies As a Catastrophic Injury?
Brian White | December 5, 2022 | Personal Injury
A catastrophic injury is the most serious injury you can sustain short of a fatal injury. Although a catastrophic injury can command a large compensation award, asserting such a claim is fraught with unique difficulties and challenges. What Are Catastrophic Injuries? There is no universal catastrophic injury definition. A catastrophic injury takes away something that… read more