Houston Personal Injury Blog
City Seeks Input About Dangerous Intersections in Houston
Brian White | July 25, 2020 | Car Accidents
The City of Houston wants to lower the number of deaths on city streets, according to reporting by Fox26 Houston. In a statement by David Fields of Vision Zero Houston, approximately two deaths are reported on city streets every three days. That is over 200 deaths each year. The purpose of Vision Zero Houston is… read more
Houston Among Deadliest Cities for Motorcycles
Brian White | July 23, 2020 | Motorcycle Accidents
Houston was one of the nine cities with the highest number of motorcycle fatalities in 2019. Last year, 412 motorcyclists lost their lives on Texas roads. Another 1,800 riders were seriously injured in motorcycle accidents. Encouraging Drivers to Look Twice for Motorcycles July 2020 is the month for the Texas Department of Transportation’s annual “Share… read more
2 Children Dead, 3 Others Injured After 2-Vehicle Crash on I-45 in Houston, TX
Brian White | July 22, 2020 | Auto Accidents
A tragic car accident near Hardy Toll Road on I-45 claimed the lives of two children. The crash occurred in the 23400 block of the North Freeway. The children, who were 11 and 13 years of age, were flown by Life Flight to Memorial Hermann hospital, where they died. Three adults were injured in the… read more
Houston METRO Bus Crash Victim Has to Pay For Treatment Despite Being Innocent
Brian White | July 15, 2020 | News
The story of a Houston man injured in an accident caused by a METRO bus is tragic. Matthew Leger woke up in the hospital not knowing what had happened to him. He had been hit by a METRO bus and sustained severe injuries. Mr. Leger spent three weeks in the hospital after the accident. METRO… read more
What Are the Causes and Effects of Brain-Stem Injuries?
Brian White | July 8, 2020 | Brain Injury
Your brain stem is located at the top of the spinal cord. An injury to the brain stem can affect multiple body functions, including motor and sensory functions. Depending on the severity of the injury, a person could sustain debilitating impairments from a brain stem injury. What are the Effects of A Brain Stem Injury?… read more
What are the Highest-Paid Types of Lawyers?
Brian White | June 25, 2020 | Personal Injury
The fact is that the average salary for lawyers in American depends on many factors. A critical factor in determining annual salary is the attorney’s geographical location. Attorneys earn an average of $94,446 per year, according to Indeed. However, that is just one source. The American Bar Association (ABA) states that attorneys earn an average… read more
Father in Houston Charged With Murder in Crash That Killed His 5-Year-Old Daughter
Brian White | June 18, 2020 | News
Sadly, news reports state that a five-year-old was killed in a DWI accident in Houston. A four-year-old was severely injured in the accident. According to the news report, the accident occurred around 11:30 p.m. The children, both girls, were being driven by their father. Police officers stated that the man drove directly into a traffic… read more
If Airbags Did Not Deploy in a Car Accident, is the Car Company Liable?
Brian White | June 3, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and deaths. Each year, thousands of people are permanently disabled or severely injured in motor vehicle accidents. Because a car crash can be devastating to the occupants of the vehicles, car manufacturers have worked for decades to develop safety features to reduce the risk of car accident injuries. Airbags… read more
Houston Continues to Re-open Despite Largest Single-Day Spike in Covid Cases
Brian White | May 26, 2020 | News
As the United States approaches the summer and, for some, three months of shelter-in-place, states are discussing the best way to re-open the economy. Each state, county, and city has put together guidelines on how to avoid another Covid-19 outbreak, but most agree that there should be a steady decrease or leveling-off of new cases… read more
How to Obtain a Car Accident Report in Houston
Brian White | May 24, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Car accident reports are an essential piece of evidence used in car accident cases. The easiest way to report a car accident in Houston is to call 911. Provide your location to the operator and request police and ambulance services. What Information do I Need to Get a Copy of the Accident Report? Obtaining a… read more