valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | October 5, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Car accidents are all too common across the state of Texas. The risk of severe injuries and death is less when a child rides in a safety seat. Unfortunately, children are injured and killed because parents or caregivers do not follow the recommendations for child safety seats and seat belts. The AAP (American Academy of… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 30, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents
Road rash is a physical injury that is all too familiar to those who ride motorcycles. The injury is not exclusive to motorcycles, as it can affect bicyclists and even those in other motor vehicles which are ejected during a crash. The term road rash is used to describe injuries that occur when skin slides… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 22, 2020 | Auto Accidents
One of the most disappointing things that can happen after a car accident is having your claim denied by an insurance company. What could make the experience even more frustrating is how diligently you worked to follow the “rules” by filing a police report, gathering supporting documentation, and submitting your evidence promptly. Even if you… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 16, 2020 | Texas Laws
Texas operates on a graduated driving system for underage drivers, allowing restricted driving privileges that eventually lead to an unrestricted license. Texas has a graduated system to reduce the number of accidents caused by inexperienced teen drivers. For a teen, getting a driver’s license is a right of passage that brings excitement, but for parents,… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 15, 2020 | News
Just before 6:00 a.m., a person in a wheelchair crossing a street in southeast Houston died after being struck by a vehicle. The accident occurred on Holmes Road near Scott Street. According to Houston Police, the area is not well-lit. The driver of the vehicle remained at the accident scene. The police said that it… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 14, 2020 | Truck Accidents
This is a deposition of the Safety Director and Corporate Representative of an Interstate Carrier subject to DOT regulations. This individual is responsible for conducting an honest investigation into the cause of collisions involving company vehicles in order to prevent re-occurrence. In this case, the company truck ran a stop sign and caused a collision. You… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 13, 2020 | Personal Injury
One of the most important decisions you make about any legal proceeding is who will represent you. The lawyer you choose is meant to be your advocate before the court and provide you with competent legal advice. While the overwhelming majority of lawyers give a good faith effort in promoting and defending their clients’ interests,… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 12, 2020 | Personal Injury
It can be very exciting when you get a check from your insurance company in the mail. Your initial reaction will no doubt be to cash or deposit the check and put the entire ordeal in the win column. You hear people complaining about insurance companies all the time, right? But in your case, it… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 10, 2020 | News
The Houston Fire Department confirmed that a worker died in an accident in northeast Harris County. The worker died at a construction site while working in a tunnel. The accident occurred in the area of the Northeast Water Purification Plant near Timber Forest Drive and Water Works Way. No other details were available about the… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 7, 2020 | Personal Injury
Pain, swelling, and redness are all natural parts of the healing process for tattoos, and infections are not uncommon. However, if your tattoo becomes severely infected, you may be entitled to damages for the pain and complications you endure. Whether or not you can sue for a tattoo infection depends on which party is at… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | September 2, 2020 | Texas Laws
Many people do not realize that laws in every state limit how much time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. Texas is no exception. For people injured in accidents in Houston, Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers offer experience, knowledge, and skill handling injury claims. Brian and his team understand the complexities of… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 31, 2020 | News
According to Harris County sheriff’s deputies, a man and a woman died in a motorcycle crash in northwest Harris County on August 21, 2020. On Friday morning, around 1:00, a man and a woman were riding a motorcycle heading east on Grand Parkway at Kuykendahl. The motorcycle struck a guardrail. The man and woman were… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 26, 2020 | Auto Accidents
There are more than a million electric cars owned in the United States. People are investing in electric cars because of the money-saving potential in the long-term. Electric cars are also more environmentally friendly compared to conventional vehicles. While there are undeniable economic benefits from using electric cars, there are some potential drawbacks as well,… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 25, 2020 | Workers Comp
Common career paths in the healthcare industry include physicians and nurses. Yet, there are hundreds of careers related to the healthcare industry that a person may pursue. Indeed lists 32 of the possible career paths that people may explore. Many of these careers do not involve direct interaction with patients or years of education. Depending… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 24, 2020 | Maritime Law
Each year, about 40 percent of the federal government’s discretionary spending is used to purchase goods and services. The government contracts with various companies to purchase the goods and services it or the country requires. During the fiscal year 2018, the federal government spent more than $550 billion on contracts. Just under two-thirds of that… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 23, 2020 | Auto Accidents
An automobile accident is a significant life event, especially if you sustain injuries. An accident, and the aftermath, can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining. The recovery from emotional scars can last for some time. Physical healing will depend on the extent of your injuries. You can start your financial recovery by pursuing a settlement… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 22, 2020 | News
Not one, but two vehicles fled the scene after striking a young male riding a scooter through a Houston intersection. On Sunday morning, around 12:30 a.m., officers responded to a crash at the 2600 block of Chimney Rock Road, near where it intersects with Westheimer. Upon arrival, they found a young male deceased at the… read more
valeria.rodriguez@lawrank.com | August 21, 2020 | Texas Laws
NOTE: Our law firm does not handle Civil Rights – Police Brutality cases. This article is for informational purposes only. Information found in the article does not constitute formal legal advice and does not create an attorney/client relationship. The death of George Floyd has brought the topics of excessive force and police brutality to the… read more