safety
Is it Legal to Own a Pet Tiger in Texas?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Keep an Eye Out for These 5 Christmas Decorating Hazards
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 25, 2015 | Dangerous Products, Personal Injury, safety
Christmas is a time to spend with family, trim the tree, drink egg nog, and indulge in merriment until the New Year. More than 80% of Americans deck their halls as part of holiday celebrations. While Christmas can be a season unmatched in its joy, it’s also a season rife with accidents. ER visits spike… read more
These 10 Everyday Objects are More Dangerous Than You Think
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 18, 2015 | Dangerous Products, Personal Injury, safety
We all have things that make us squirm; it’s spiders for some and the idea of being trapped in an elevator or falling off a cliff for others. While the likelihood of actually sustaining a deadly bite from a spider or plunging to our doom is fairly low, it’s still enough to make us shiver…. read more
Why You Should Ban a Selfie Stick at Your Business (And Others Who Have)
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 14, 2015 | safety
Sigmund Freud was among the first to posit that narcissism was an innate human trait, one that has allowed us to evolve into beings capable of higher reasoning. However, he also cautioned that if our narcissism levels become too high, they become a liability, both to ourselves and those around us. Though Freud is about… read more
Death by Narcissism? 10 Selfie Stick Accidents
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 7, 2015 | Personal Injury, safety
Once hailed as a tourist prop, selfie sticks are gaining popularity despite their slightly absurd nature. Though these devices seem innocuous enough, the Huffington Post recently reported selfie sticks have killed more people than shark attacks in the past year (though both occurrences are fairly rare). Like cell phones, these cause accidents through distraction. But… read more
How To Spot A Car With Flood Damage
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 1, 2015 | Product Defects, safety
When it comes to cars, water can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, a gallon of the soapy stuff can keep your car’s exterior looking squeaky clean. Too much of it, however, can render a car worthless. If a vehicle suffers from flood damage, it’s typically reported to an insurance company, who compensates… read more
Counting Down 5 Texas Theme Park Mishaps
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 18, 2015 | Product Defects, safety
Theme parks are a wonderful destination for families and adrenaline junkies alike; with stomach-dropping roller coasters and kid-oriented rides, there is something for everyone. However, these attractions can also be hotbeds for injury.
Are You Prepared for a Flash Flood? Your Safety Checklist
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 13, 2015 | safety
Floods occur frequently and can come without warning. They are often hazardous, and therefore can be very costly for homeowners. The dangers associated with floods include contamination of water supply and sewage backup in your home. Follow this safety checklist to ensure you and your family stay safe in the event of a flash flood.
My Car has Been Recalled: What Should I Do?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 2, 2015 | Product Defects, safety
In 2001, Ford recalled Explorers after they were deemed responsible for 200 deaths, and just this year, the U.S. Department of Transportation ordered a recall of over 33.8 million airbags after manufacturer Takata admitted they were defective.