Houston Personal Injury Blog

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 6, 2022 | Texas Laws

The terms sexual assault and sexual abuse are often used interchangeably. However, the terms have very different meanings under Texas law. Learning the difference between the two crimes can help injured victims seek compensation for damages they sustained because of these intentional torts. What Is Sexual Abuse According to Texas Law? Generally, sexual abuse is… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 21, 2022 | Traffic Accidents

Trucks are by far the most prominent and heaviest vehicles on Texas roads. With a full load, trucks can weigh upwards of 80,000 pounds. Even a minor truck accident can lead to catastrophic injury for Texas motorists.  Because of this risk, state and federal laws enforce strict traffic requirements and restrictions that help keep drivers… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 21, 2022 | Personal Injury

In a personal injury case, a lien is a healthcare provider’s right to deduct money from your compensation. Texas law forbids healthcare providers from denying emergency medical treatment. Nevertheless, that doesn’t mean they can’t aggressively seek payment after they have rendered these services.  A lien can attach to a court judgment or a private settlement…. read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 20, 2022 | Personal Injury

Have you suffered irreparable harm because of an accident that wasn’t your fault? Are you curious about the claim process for seeking compensation? Do you wonder about the process for obtaining a settlement check? We are here to help. In this article, we’ll explain what a settlement is and the process of receiving one. Understanding… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 17, 2022 | Car Accidents

Texans pride themselves on being number one for many reasons. The Lone Star State leads the nation in producing livestock, cotton, oil, and natural gas and boasts the world’s largest rodeo.  Unfortunately, Texas has also ranked number one for something far less likely to inspire that famous Texas pride. In a recent year, Texas ranked… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 9, 2022 | Car Accidents

Each year, thousands of people are seriously injured in motor vehicle accidents throughout Texas. Generally, injured victims have up to two years to file a personal injury lawsuit seeking compensation for their damages. However, there are exceptions to the rule for how long you have to file a car accident claim in Texas. Texas Statute… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 8, 2022 | Truck Accidents

The United States Postal Service (USPS) delivers millions of mail items every day. Much of that mail is delivered by the over 75,000 mail carriers employed by the USPS. Therefore, it is common to see mail USPS mail trucks navigating Houston roads each day. Just like other vehicles, USPS mail trucks are involved in traffic… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 7, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents

Texas, as the second largest state in the country, offers miles and miles of road for motorcycle riders to enjoy. It is estimated that there are over 400,000 registered motorcycles in the state. Riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating. With the bump in gas prices, they are also a smart economical choice. Before you hit… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 6, 2022 | Premises Liability, Slip and Fall

If someone falls on your property, are you liable? It depends on how the person was injured and their status when the fall occurred. If you recently slipped and fell while visiting someone else’s property, you should consider hiring a Houston slip and fall accident lawyer to discuss your legal options.  What Are Some Common… read more

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | September 5, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents

Every day, Texas roadways carry residents and visitors across our great state. In fact, Texas has more than 683,000 miles of roadways, with more being built each day. As you are reading this article, there is a high chance you’ve encountered road construction in your daily drives. Texas state and local agencies are constructing, widening,… read more