Understanding Assumption of Risk in Texas
Attorney Brian White | August 24, 2021 | Personal Injury
When you’re injured, you may be able to pursue compensation by filing a claim to collect from the insurance of a negligent party. However, you don’t always have grounds to file a claim or lawsuit simply because you were injured. Many factors influence whether you can recover compensation. For example, if you were injured while… read more
Should I Call 911 After a Car Accident in Houston?
Attorney Brian White | August 12, 2021 | Car Accidents
You can only control your own decisions when driving. You can’t control what others do. It’s entirely possible to be involved in a car accident in Houston as a result of someone else’s carelessness. You can prepare for the possibility of a car crash by familiarizing yourself with the steps to take after a motor… read more
Can You Sue For A Car Accident in Texas If You Are Not Hurt?
Attorney Brian White | August 4, 2021 | Car Accidents
Texas is an at-fault state for car accidents and car accident insurance. If you’re involved in a car accident in Texas, you can file a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance to recover compensation for losses like medical bills and lost wages. You may also file a lawsuit if the negligent party’s insurer does not… read more
What Are The Odds Of Dying In A Car Crash?
Attorney Brian White | August 3, 2021 | Car Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents have the potential to cause serious harm to those involved in them. Unfortunately, many car accidents result in death. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 36,560 people were killed in car accidents in the United States in 2018. Based on this and other data, the National Safety Council… read more
Injuries to the C2 Vertebrae: The Hangman’s Fracture
Attorney Brian White | July 17, 2021 | Personal Injury
Cervical fractures are serious accident injuries. The vertebrae (bones) in the neck can fracture or break during a slip and fall accident, car crash, workplace accident, or other personal injuries. In severe cases, a fractured cervical vertebrae can result in a spinal cord injury. What is a Hangman’s Fracture? A hangman’s fracture is a term… read more
These Are the 6 Deadliest Highways in Texas
Attorney Brian White | July 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
If you ask your friends, family, and neighbors, they may tell you that they live or drive down the deadliest roads in Texas. It may seem that there are traffic accidents each day on your way to work, home, or school. However, some roads in Texas are deadlier than other roads. MoneyGeek analyzed 10,137 fatal… read more
What Is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?
Attorney Brian White | July 14, 2021 | Negligence
Negligence is the basis of most personal injury cases in Texas. Negligence per se is a form of negligence used in cases involving actions that violate the law. Negligence per se can make it possible for individuals to win a personal injury case when there is little to no direct evidence of fault. Negligence vs…. read more
Experts Explain Why You Might’ve Forgotten How to Drive or Park During the Pandemic
Attorney Brian White | July 1, 2021 | Car Accidents
Could staying at home during the pandemic make you forget how to drive or park your car? According to a survey of United Kingdom drivers, that could be the case. A survey conducted by Hyundai found that twenty percent of the respondents had forgotten some of the key skills needed to operate a motor vehicle. … read more
How Long After a Houston, TX Accident Can I Seek Compensation for My Injuries?
Attorney Brian White | June 29, 2021 | Car Accidents
The Texas statute of limitations places deadlines on personal injury lawsuits. If you do not file your lawsuit before the deadline, you lose your right to pursue a claim for damages through the court. In most personal injury cases in Texas, the victim has two years from the injury date or accident date to file… read more
What Do I Have to Prove to Win My Car Accident Lawsuit in Houston?
Attorney Brian White | June 27, 2021 | Car Accidents
Texas personal injury laws hold drivers financially accountable when they cause a car crash. Drivers must have minimum amounts of liability insurance to compensate victims when they cause a car accident. Most car accident lawsuits are based on negligence claims. To prove negligence, you must show that: If you cannot prove these basic elements, you… read more
Understanding The “Reasonable Person” Standard in Negligence Cases
Attorney Brian White | June 26, 2021 | Negligence
Most personal injury cases are based on negligence claims. You must prove each of the elements of a negligence claim to win your case. One of those legal elements involves the “reasonable person” standard, which can be confusing and frustrating for accident victims. What are the Legal Elements of a Negligence Claim? There are four… read more
Do I Need to File a Police Report After a Houston 18-Wheeler Truck Accident
Attorney Brian White | June 25, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Texas law requires an immediate report of an accident that involves any of the following: A police officer is under a duty to create a written crash report if there are injuries, a traffic fatality, or if property damage exceeds $1,000. Even if you are fortunate enough not to be injured in the collision, there… read more
Hit and Run Accidents in Texas: What Victims Need to Know
Attorney Brian White | June 24, 2021 | Car Accidents
Hit and run accidents can cause debilitating injuries. Sadly, victims of hit-and-run crashes have the burden of dealing with the consequences of the crash. Accident victims often incur substantial financial losses since they cannot hold the hit-and-run driver responsible. Drivers flee from the scene of an accident for many reasons. Common reasons why a driver… read more
A Step By Step Guide: What To Do After a Houston, TX Car Accident
Attorney Brian White | June 23, 2021 | Car Accidents
Traffic accidents occur every day in Texas. In 2019, a person was injured every two minutes and three seconds in car accidents. Moreover, a reportable crash occurred every 56 seconds. Unfortunately, a motor vehicle accident can be very disruptive to your life—even if you do not sustain injuries. Dealing with a simple property damage claim… read more
Blind Spot 18-Wheeler Truck Accidents: Why They Happen and How to Avoid Them
Attorney Brian White | June 22, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Commercial truck drivers must meet many qualifications for a commercial driver’s license in Texas. Candidates must pass drug and alcohol tests, meet medical standards, and pass a written and road test. But driving a semi-truck and trailer combination is difficult. Even the most qualified and best-trained drivers can be involved in a truck accident. You… read more
Texas Three-Car Accident: Who Pays?
Attorney Brian White | June 17, 2021 | Car Accidents
In the state of Texas, a reportable automobile collision occurs roughly once per minute. When a car accident happens, establishing legal fault is important. This helps to ensure that victims receive the compensation that they are rightfully due. The process of determining legal fault for vehicular collisions that involve two vehicles can be complex. Weather… read more
Common Back Injuries After a Car Accident
Attorney Brian White | June 15, 2021 | Car Accidents
Back pain after a car accident is common. The pressure placed on the back and spinal column during a collision can cause strains, sprains, and other soft tissue damage. The wreck can also result in one or more back injuries. Back injuries can occur in all types of car crashes, from rear-end accidents and head-on… read more
Trucking Regulations 2021: Everything You Need to Know
Attorney Brian White | June 10, 2021 | Truck Accidents
The U.S. government regulates interstate trucking companies. These regulations keep highways and roads safe for trucks and motorists. The COVID-19 pandemic created a unique situation for the trucking industry. Lockdowns meant that auto traffic was drastically reduced. But lockdowns also brought an increased demand to ship and deliver goods to consumers and medical providers. As… read more