Houston Personal Injury Blog

Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What it Means and How it Can Affect Your Case

When you meet with a personal injury attorney to discuss your case, you may disclose sensitive personal information. However, as your case progresses, you may want to ensure that the discussions between you and your lawyer are confidential.  Attorney-client privilege can give you peace of mind. It can also give you confidence that the discussions… read more

Where Are the 4 Blind Spots on an 18-Wheeler?

Semi-trucks, also called 18-wheelers and tractor-trailers, have four blind spots — one behind the trailer, one along each side of the trailer, and one below the cab of the truck. Your vehicle can disappear from the truck driver’s view in these blind spots. Truck accidents have many different causes. You cannot do much to avoid… read more

Victims, Families Search For Answers After Deadly Astroworld Crowd Surge

Astroworld Festival – a concert planned by Houston native Travis Scott – took a tragic turn on Friday night. At least eight people have died, and hundreds more were injured at the sold-out music festival. According to reports, dozens of concertgoers were crushed and trampled during a crowd surge while Travis Scott was on stage…. read more

4 Types of Brain Injuries and 3 Levels of Severity

Doctors categorize brain injuries in many ways. The type of damage, the cause of the injury, and the severity of the injury help distinguish various types of brain injuries from each other. The different types of brain injuries can also explain the symptoms you might experience and your prognosis for recovery. These, in turn, will… read more

10 Worst Celebrity Car Accidents

Despite a drop in travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, over 38,000 people died in car crashes in 2020. This reversed a recent trend of car accidents decreasing annually. Celebrities get into car accidents just like everyone else. Unsurprisingly, the causes of these car accidents mirror the most common car accident causes for the average… read more

Texas Laws on the Road: What’s the Smallest Street Legal Motorcycle?

Motorcycles come in a fairly wide range of shapes and sizes. In some cases, a vehicle that you might regard as a motorcycle might nevertheless be too small to be considered street legal. Even if you can take it on the street, you should still be aware of the relevant licensing requirements. Laws regarding the… read more

What’s a Motorcycle Crash Bar & How Does it Work?

A motorcycle accident has the potential to cause significant harm to both a rider and their vehicle. There are a lot of different steps motorcyclists can take to potentially guard against catastrophic injuries and severe damage to a bike. Some motorcyclists attempt to minimize property damage in the event of an accident by installing crash… read more

How Dangerous Are Motorcycles?

Riding a motorcycle can be dangerous. For many riders, that’s part of the appeal. But living on the edge and endangering your life are two separate things.  The facts are indisputable: motorcyclists are at greater risk than other travelers. In fact, in comparison to car passengers, you are four times more likely to be injured… read more

How Safe Is a Motorcycle?

Motorcycles are less safe than other forms of transportation. On a per-mile basis, motorcycle accidents cause more deaths and injuries than car accidents. Motorcycle accidents also have worse outcomes than car accidents. Motorcyclists have little protection in a collision. They can sustain catastrophic injuries even in minor accidents. Curious how safe a motorcycle is? Today,… read more

Emotional and Mental Issues After a Car Accident

Depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are common after a car accident. But you do not need to suffer in silence from these and other emotional and mental issues. Documenting these problems with your doctor and seeking treatment will improve your health. These steps can also provide the evidence you need to recover compensation… read more