Houston Personal Injury Blog
What Is a Commercial Vehicle?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | August 10, 2022 | Truck Accidents
There are several ways to define “commercial motor vehicle.” Section 621.001 of the Texas Transportation Code states a commercial motor vehicle is : Section 548.001 of the Texas Transportation Code states a commercial motor vehicle is a self-propelled or towed vehicle. It does not include farm vehicles. The vehicle can be one with a gross… read more
Delayed Concussion Symptoms
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | August 7, 2022 | Brain Injury
A concussion happens when your brain suffers a mild injury. The injury causes the brain to swell, leading to physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms. These symptoms will usually not kill you. But they can temporarily impair your ability to work or even meet your daily needs like showering and dressing. Below, you will learn about… read more
What Is CTE?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | July 27, 2022 | Brain Injury
The degenerative brain condition known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is commonly observed in people who have had several traumatic blows to the head. CTE, once known as “punch drunk syndrome,” is closely associated with individuals who have experienced recurrent concussions. Understanding CTE CTE was once believed to be exclusive to boxers. However, over time… read more
Is Lane Splitting & Filtering Legal in Texas?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | July 26, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
One of the most stressful parts of driving any car is waiting in stopped or sluggish traffic. If you’re riding a motorbike, you could be wondering if you can squeeze your vehicle into the gap between slower vehicles and continue your journey. This is sometimes referred to as lane splitting. In other cases, you might… read more
Suffering a Ruptured Spleen in a Bike Accident Is Serious
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | July 19, 2022 | Bicycle Accidents
Many individuals use bicycles as a form of transportation or for recreation or exercise. Unfortunately, there are many injuries that a person might suffer in an accident while riding a bike. While head injuries have received a lot of attention, and rightfully so, many other catastrophic injuries can occur. One of these is spleen damage,… read more
5 Leading Causes of House Fires in Texas
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | July 5, 2022 | Premises Liability
The numbers tell us that most house fires in Texas are preventable. Nevertheless, they occur regularly and leave extensive property damage, and sometimes human casualties, in their wake. By understanding how these blazes occur, you can help reduce the risk of one in your home. 1. Cooking It’s unfortunate that an activity virtually all households… read more
FAQs: Car Accident Reports in Texas
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | June 28, 2022 | Car Accidents
If you drive a car, you are likely to be involved in a car accident at some point in your life. With any luck, it will be a minor accident. But whether it is minor or major, you have responsibilities after getting into a car accident. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, one of… read more
Why All Motorcycle Riders Should Wear a Helmet Camera
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | June 20, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
Helmet cameras have become an increasingly popular choice for motorcyclists. Yet despite their availability and convenience, they’re still not considered a staple for biking safety. Some bikers may feel that wearing a helmet is an unnecessary hassle. Others might view the choice to wear a helmet camera as indicating fear of an accident. However, wearing… read more
Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Minor Car Accident?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | June 15, 2022 | Car Accidents
You might question your need for a lawyer to handle a minor car accident. Your skepticism may be justified – it all depends on how serious the accident was. If it was a minor fender-bender, your body suffered no impact, and your airbags didn’t inflate, you might not need a lawyer. If you suffered anything… read more
IV Infiltration Can Cause Nerve Damage, Burns, or Amputation
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | June 14, 2022 | Medical Malpractice
An intravenous catheter (IV) is an essential piece of medical equipment that helps medical professionals save countless lives and allows millions to recover from illnesses and injuries. It is used to administer fluids — including blood, water, saline solutions, medications, and other liquids — directly into a patient’s vein. Although IVs are used every day,… read more