Houston Personal Injury Blog

Common Types of Intentional Torts

A tort is a civil wrong. It works like this: if someone commits a tort against you through misconduct for which the law provides a remedy, you can sue for money damages.  In actual practice, most personal injury claims are based on negligence (carelessness). An intentional tort, by contrast, occurs when someone deliberately harms you. … read more

Can I Have Just One Drink and Be Safe To Drive in Houston?

The city is vibrant on a clear Saturday evening, and you’re in the mood to make the most of it. You and your pals decide to hit the town for some fun. You drive to a favorite local bar and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Being responsible, you limit yourself to just one beer, fully aware… read more

Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S. According to OSHA

It’s no secret that certain careers are riskier than others. Wondering if your job is one of the riskiest in America? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) closely monitors work-related accidents nationwide.  It is crucial to know the riskiest jobs in the U.S. as identified by OSHA and what these high-risk industries entail. Doing… read more

Average Whiplash Injury Settlement After a Car Accident in Houston

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identifies car accidents as one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries in the United States. Brain injuries can range from mild to severe, leaving you and other victims suffering a wide range of both temporary and potentially permanent symptoms. Whiplash is one way you can sustain… read more

Houston DUI Checkpoints

It’s common in many states for the police to set up DUI checkpoints. These are usually placed in high-volume areas at times when people are expected to be drinking, like near nightclubs on a Friday night. However, checkpoints have a unique legal status in Texas.  Here’s what you need to know about Houston DUI checkpoints… read more

What is the Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations for Minor Children in Texas?

NOTE: Our law firm does not handle medical malpractice 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. Each state has statutes of limitations that apply to personal injury lawsuits. A statute of limitations sets deadlines for… read more

Grief Support Groups in Houston, Texas

Losing a loved one is always a horrible ordeal, but when you know your loved one didn’t have to die, it can be almost unbearable. After a wrongful death, you may feel like you’ll never be able to move past that grief. But there is life beyond loss, and grief support groups may be able… read more

Child Car Seat Laws in Texas

Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of death for children. Accidents are also a leading cause of injuries for minors. As a result, there are strict child car seat laws in Texas designed to protect children when they are passengers in a vehicle. Understanding child car seat laws in Texas is essential to protect… read more

What Are the Safest Neighborhoods in Houston, TX?

Houston, TX, has a higher crime rate than 97.9% of all U.S. cities. That is a frightening statistic for anyone who lives there. However, that doesn’t mean it isn’t possible to live in Houston safely. You just need to know the safest neighborhoods, which include the following: Fulshear Located on the far western edge of… read more

What You Should Know About Geico Insurance Claims in Houston 

GEICO Insurance Company is Texas’s third largest insurer for passenger automobile insurance policies. Therefore, if you are involved in a car accident in Houston, you may have to deal with GEICO to file an insurance claim.  Even though GEICO claims to make the process of filing an insurance claim “fast and easy,” you might not… read more