Water Activities in Texas That Lead to Maritime Accidents
Attorney Brian White | April 24, 2018 | Personal Injury, safety
Attorney Brian White practices personal injury law exclusively, so clients benefit from specialized experience where they need it. He is one of only 3% of attorneys who are board-certified in personal injury law. His experience and willingness to aggressively pursue fair compensation for each of his clients has earned him a reputation for success. The… read more
Suing For Emotional Distress After an Accident in Texas
Attorney Brian White | April 3, 2018 | Personal Injury
If a recent accident due to another person’s negligence left you injured, you may be able to collect compensation for the full extent of your injuries. Personal injury claims consider many types of injuries aside from the physical. The emotional aspects of an accident can be just as damaging to your psyche as physical injuries… read more
What is an Assumption of Risk?
Attorney Brian White | January 15, 2018 | Personal Injury
Dangerous activities are worth the risk to some people. Unfortunately, accepting or assuming certain foreseeable risks can take away your chance to pursue recovery should an accident occur. In legal terms, “assumption of risk” typically refers to a person’s intentional willingness to participate in an activity that could be dangerous, such as skydiving or going… read more
What To Do If You Suspect You Have a Head Injury
Attorney Brian White | January 19, 2018 | Personal Injury
Head and brain injuries are silent killers. Traumatic brain injuries from accidents like car crashes and slip and falls contribute to 30% of all injury-related deaths in the United States. There is currently no cure for injuries such as swelling or bleeding in the brain. If the victim survives, he or she can suffer temporary… read more
What Is a Letter of Protection?
Attorney Brian White | January 10, 2018 | Personal Injury
When an accident happens, getting the victim compensation for medical care can take time. This may put the person in a bind if he or she lacks his or her own coverage or the funds to pay for care. In this instance, the health care provider, Houston injury lawyer, and victim can create a contract… read more
How Do Texas Calculates Pain And Suffering Payments?
Attorney Brian White | December 4, 2017 | Personal Injury
If someone asked you to put a dollar amount on the pain and suffering you experienced after a devastating car accident, what would you say? It can be impossible to put a value on these intangible harms. For most people, no amount of money is enough to make up for permanent disabilities, psychological damage, or… read more
What Is Texas’ Dram Shop Law?
Attorney Brian White | October 24, 2017 | Personal Injury, Texas Laws
When injured individuals file personal injury claims, they sometimes face multiple defendants. Several parties may have contributed to an injured plaintiff’s damages, and, therefore, the plaintiff has several potential avenues for compensation. Texas’ dram shop laws exist to protect individuals who suffer injuries and other damages from intoxicated individuals. Not only can an injured plaintiff… read more
Can a Pedestrian Be at Fault for a Pedestrian-Car Accident in Texas?
Attorney Brian White | August 14, 2017 | Auto Accidents, Pedestrian Accident, Personal Injury
It is a common misconception to assume that pedestrians always have the right of way in Texas. Motor vehicles cause much more damage to pedestrians than vice versa in an accident. This fact leads many to believe that motorists must always yield right of way to people walking on crosswalks and in the road. While… read more
Consequences for Hitting a Pedestrian in Texas
Attorney Brian White | August 14, 2017 | Personal Injury
Texas is not one of the safest states for pedestrians. In 2016, a total of 678 pedestrians died in the Lone Star State. This is an increase of 21.5% from 2015. Motorists, pedestrians, and third parties have been at fault for these accidents in the past. In the event that a motorist strikes a pedestrian… read more
How Long After an Accident Does It Take to Get Whiplash Symptoms?
Attorney Brian White | August 14, 2017 | Auto Accidents, Personal Injury
“Whiplash” refers to a specific type of injury to the muscles and ligaments of the neck. When the neck’s soft tissues extend beyond their typical range of motion, commonly in the back-and-forth motion of a car accident, they can sustain injuries. An individual could also get whiplash while playing sports, on an amusement park ride,… read more
Am I Liable if a Contractor Is Injured in My House?
Attorney Brian White | June 1, 2017 | Personal Injury, Workers Comp
If you are undertaking a homebuilding project, you may have a significant learning curve in terms of hiring contractors. Houston contractors come with their own rules, insurance policies, and other considerations when they perform work on a private property. As the homeowner, you have specific legal duties toward your contractors and subcontractors. If a contractor… read more
How to File a Claim Against Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
Attorney Brian White | June 1, 2017 | Maritime Law, Personal Injury
If you suffer an illness or injury while on a Royal Caribbean cruise, it may be possible to file a claim against the company. This might be the case if your incident stemmed from negligence on the part of the cruise line or one of its employees. Here are three steps to take if you… read more
Are Bars and Clubs Liable for Over-Serving in Houston, TX?
Attorney Brian White | April 10, 2017 | Personal Injury, safety
When you go out to a bar or club for a few drinks with friends, you have a personal responsibility to conduct yourself appropriately. What you may not know is that bars and clubs also have a responsibility. In Texas, state dram shop laws prevent alcohol-selling establishments from selling to overly and obviously intoxicated customers…. read more
An Explanation of the Texas Good Samaritan Law
Attorney Brian White | April 21, 2017 | Personal Injury
In general, Good Samaritan laws exist to protect people who act in good faith while administering aid to those in need. If you stop at an accident scene to address someone’s wound or attempt to move someone from a fiery building, for example, you are acting as a Good Samaritan. Every state uses its own… read more
Texas Landowners Part 2: Premises Liability Legal Statuses and Duty of Care
Attorney Brian White | March 21, 2017 | Personal Injury
If someone suffers an injury on your land as the result of hazardous conditions, he or she may choose to file a premises liability claim. In these claims, the visitors would need to not only prove the hazardous condition caused the injury, but also that the landowner owed the visitor a certain level of care…. read more
Texas Personal Injury vs. Texas Workers’ Compensation Law
Attorney Brian White | March 21, 2017 | Personal Injury
Most states require employers to carry worker’s compensation insurance to cover employee expenses related to on-the-job injuries. Texas, however, does not require coverage. Some employers offer little to no assistance for job-related injuries and illnesses. Our state allows employers to opt into a worker’s compensation insurance program. If you are injured at work, your employer’s… read more
How New Technology Reduces 18-Wheeler Wrecks
Attorney Brian White | March 6, 2017 | Personal Injury, safety, Truck Accidents
Truck part defects, distractions/driver errors, and passenger vehicles can all contribute to big rig truck wrecks. Stricter regulations and public service announcements only go so far in making the roads safer. Today, new technology is stepping in to minimize crash risks associated with human error. Driverless 18-wheelers are still a few years away, but these… read more
Tips for Communicating With Lawyers at Your First Meeting
Attorney Brian White | March 6, 2017 | Personal Injury
While some people crack lawyer jokes with friends and others rub shoulders with attorneys in their communities, many feel nervous about speaking with attorneys at the start of a case. The initial consultation is like an interview. Fit, ease of communication, and honesty matter and will set the tone of the attorney/client relationship. If you’ve… read more