Houston Personal Injury Blog

10 Factors That Determine How Much to Expect From a Houston Car Accident Settlement

Recovering compensation for a car accident can be a frustrating process. Most individuals expect their claims to be paid quickly. However, they do not consider that they need to complete medical treatment before the claim is settled. They also do not consider the time it takes to investigate the accident and gather evidence proving liability… read more

Seven Things GEICO Doesn’t Want You to Know When Negotiating a Car Accident Settlement

If you watch television, you are likely familiar with the advertisements for Government Employees Insurance Company, which is better known as GEICO. GEICO, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is the second-largest provider of automobile insurance in the United States. In 2019, GEICO wrote over $34 million in direct premiums for private passenger automobile insurance…. read more

What is the Difference Between Express and Implied Consent?

One thing that has become very common when you go to a medical facility to receive treatment is signing a consent form. This form is designed to affirm that you are giving the doctor and other healthcare professionals who work there permission to treat you for the injury or sickness you are dealing with. By… read more

How are Pain and Suffering Damages Calculated?

How do you place a value on the pain and suffering caused by a negligent driver or a medical error? Is there enough money to compensate an accident victim for the suffering caused by an injury that was not the victim’s fault? The answer is no, but a monetary award is the only way the… read more

Are Lottery Winners Required to Reveal Their Identities in Texas?

Just about everyone has dreamed of winning the lottery. Some would quit their jobs and never work another day in their life while others say they would give the money away. The truth, however, is that for many lottery winners, the publicity and fortune can end up feeling more like a curse than a blessing…. read more

Types of Car Accident Injuries

Millions of people are injured in car accidents each year in the United States. During 2019, 15,843 people sustained serious injuries in Texas car crashes. There were 166,628 possible injuries in car accidents that year, and over 93,000 unknown injuries.  Car accident injuries vary greatly. Some individuals walk away from a motor vehicle accident with… read more

Child Seats and Child Restraints Save Lives

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

Facts About Road Rash

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

What Happens If Your Insurance Claim is Denied?

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

Teen Driving Laws in Texas—What Every Teen and Parent Needs to Know

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