Houston Personal Injury Blog
Who Pays for Damages In an Accident Caused By a Stolen Vehicle In Houston, TX?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 23, 2023 | Car Accidents
Finding out your car was stolen is awful. Finding out it was stolen and involved in a car accident is worse. If you are in this situation, you might have plenty of questions. “If someone steals your car and crashes, are you liable?” “How am I going to pay to get my car fixed?” Understanding… read more
What You Need To Know About Houston’s School Bus Safety Laws in Texas
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 16, 2023 | Texas Laws
School is back in session, and many children across the Houston area rely on school bus transportation to get to and from school. Although school bus crashes nationwide are rare, they can still be deadly. In 2021, the National Safety Council reported over 100 people were killed in school bus accidents in the U.S. In… read more
How To File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Houston, TX
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 16, 2023 | Wrongful Death
When one person injures another through misconduct, a personal injury claim generally arises. If the victim dies from their injuries, a wrongful death claim arises. Texas, like other states, has a wrongful death statute that governs the filing of wrongful death claims everywhere in the state, including Houston. So how does one file a wrongful… read more
How Much Does a Texting Ticket Cost in Houston, TX?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 16, 2023 | Texas Laws
Distracted driving remains a pervasive problem on America’s roadways, with as many as 3,522 people losing their lives in 2021 due to this factor alone. Like most states, Texas has tried to combat the dangers of texting while driving through education and enforcement. Public service campaigns attempt to inform drivers of the dangers of using… read more
Concussion Without Loss of Consciousness
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 10, 2023 | Brain Injury
Concussions are much more common than many people believe and can occur in a variety of circumstances. The force necessary to cause these brain injuries is also less than you may think, and not all concussions appear the same. In fact, many people get a concussion without losing consciousness at all. What Is a Concussion?… read more
Is IKEA Responsible When Its Furniture Tips Hurt Someone?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 2, 2023 | Product Liability
IKEA is a popular furniture retailer based in Sweden. People visit stores and shop for the brand online. Unfortunately, some of IKEA’s furniture has caused injuries and deaths from tipping over. According to USA Today, at least six children have died in the past decade because of IKEA’s furniture tipping over onto them. The company… read more
Car Accidents Caused By Brake Checking in Houston
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2023 | Car Accidents
Brake checking while traffic is congested can affect even the best of drivers. Even when there is no traffic, a driver might tailgate you because they think you are driving too slow. When this happens, it might be tempting to brake check the driver behind you. However, brake checking can cause serious car accidents. The… read more
What Is the Safest Type of Motorcycle?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Many people find riding a motorcycle out on the open road to be fun and exciting. While motorcycles can be thrilling, they also pose a huge risk to those driving them. While other motor vehicles can certainly be safe drivers for motorcyclists by using a turning signal and giving them plenty of space, motorcyclists also… read more
5 Popular Animals That Are Illegal as Pets in Texas
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2023 | Texas Laws
Wild, exotic, or somewhat unusual animals are popular as pets throughout the United States. Owning these animals can be problematic, however, as they may be dangerous, an endangered species, or an invasive species that could harm nearby ecosystems. As such, Texas law prohibits or regulates keeping certain animals as pets. Pet owners are responsible for… read more
How Many Hours Can a Truck Driver Drive?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 20, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Commercial truck drivers are essential to getting goods to market across the country. The large trucks they operate are critical to this mission but have considerable risks. The National Safety Council reports that although large commercial trucks and tractor-trailers account for only five percent of all registered vehicles in the United States, they account for… read more