Houston Personal Injury Blog
What Is a DOT-Recordable Accident?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 19, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Many types of auto accidents take place on the roads each year. When a car accident involves individuals, the local police department is usually the primary point of contact for the final accident report. When there is a commercial truck accident, other officials may need to be involved. Commercial trucking companies are required to be… read more
Big Rig Accidents and Truck Driver Training: Is Commercial Truck Training Enough?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 18, 2021 | Truck Accidents
Big rig accidents happen more often than they should. But why doesn’t the trucking industry do more to protect its drivers and other travelers out on the roads? Before we answer the question, “Is commercial truck training enough?” it’s important to understand how deadly these accidents actually are. Truck driving is one of the 25… read more
Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What it Means and How it Can Affect Your Case
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 12, 2021 | Personal Injury
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?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 11, 2021 | Truck Accidents
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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 7, 2021 | Premises Liability
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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 4, 2021 | Brain Injury
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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | November 2, 2021 | 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?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 31, 2021 | Texas Laws
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?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 25, 2021 | Motorcycle Accidents
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?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 25, 2021 | Motorcycle Accidents
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