Texas Laws
How Texas Statutes Impact Personal Injury Claims
Brian White | September 2, 2020 | Texas Laws
Many people do not realize that laws in every state limit how much time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. Texas is no exception. For people injured in accidents in Houston, Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers offer experience, knowledge, and skill handling injury claims. Brian and his team understand the complexities of… read more
Police Whistleblower Protection and the Blue Code of Silence
Brian White | August 21, 2020 | Texas Laws
The death of George Floyd has brought the topics of excessive force and police brutality to the forefront of discussion in our society. However, incidents of police misconduct are nothing new. The incidents have just been covered up by the Blue Wall of Silence and complicit law enforcement agencies. Today, a lot of attention is… read more
How Hard is it to Pass the Texas Bar Exam?
Brian White | May 11, 2020 | Texas Laws
Graduating from law school is a tremendous accomplishment – one that requires years of hard work and dedication. Unfortunately, it is not the final step on your road to becoming an attorney. Before you can practice law in the state of Texas, you must overcome one last challenge: the Texas Bar Exam. What is the… read more
What is the Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?
Brian White | April 27, 2020 | Texas Laws
It’s not every day you need legal representation. Because of that, many people don’t really know how to find the person best suited to fight on their behalf. Although the words “lawyer” and “attorney” may sound like they mean the same thing, they don’t. Even though every attorney is a lawyer, a lawyer isn’t always… read more
What Happens if I Don’t Show Up for Jury Duty?
Brian White | April 24, 2020 | Texas Laws
NOTE: We only handle cases involving accidents and injuries. 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. We cannot help you beyond the information provided below if you have been summoned for jury duty. If you don’t… read more
Offensive Odors, Loud Noises, and Dust Everywhere – What Happens When Industry is Built in Your Backyard
Brian White | June 28, 2019 | Personal Injury, Texas Laws
Most homeowners, who are looking to buy a home, tend to want a home in a quiet neighborhood. They want a neighborhood where their family can throw a barbecue in the backyard and invite over some neighbors. Homeowners want a neighborhood where they won’t be woken up at 3 am by the sounds of industrial… read more
Is it Illegal to Wear Headphones While Driving in Texas?
Brian White | May 15, 2019 | safety, Texas Laws
Prudent driving requires focusing 100% of your attention on the driving task 100% of the time. Safe drivers keep their eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and minds on the driving task…but what about a driver’s ears? The roadway is full of sounds that can help drivers make safe maneuvering decisions, such as… read more
New Texas Laws for 2019
Brian White | January 1, 2019 | Texas Laws
Several new laws go into effect in Texas in 2019, and all Texas residents should be aware of these changes. The demographics and social climate of Texas are also changing rapidly, and many analysts predict a population boom in the coming years that will affect many areas of life in the Houston area and throughout… read more
Texas Tries to Remove Crash Points on SH 71 by Removing Traffic Lights
Brian White | December 16, 2018 | Auto Accidents, Texas Laws
State Highway (SH) 71 is one of the most dangerous roadways in the region. Traffic accident statistics for 2018 through Vision Zero show several deaths on SH 71 in the last year alone. Improving safety for drivers on SH 71 may take reworking the road’s infrastructure. City planners are attempting to reduce the risk of… read more
What is a Class C Misdemeanor in Texas?
Brian White | July 12, 2018 | Texas Laws
NOTE: This article is for informational purposes only. We only handle cases involving accidents and injuries. Criminal actions fall into many different classifications under Texas law. In general, two main types of crimes exist: felonies and misdemeanors. Misdemeanors are the less serious of the two and involve fines less than $4,000. In some cases, misdemeanors… read more