Houston Personal Injury Blog
Are Lottery Winners Required to Reveal Their Identities in Texas?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 14, 2020 | Texas Laws
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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | October 13, 2020 | Auto Accidents
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
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Facts About Road Rash
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
What Happens If Your Insurance Claim is Denied?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Teen Driving Laws in Texas—What Every Teen and Parent Needs to Know
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Person in Wheelchair Struck, Killed While Crossing Holmes Road in Houston
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Interstate Trucking Carrier’s Safety Representative Dishonestly Denying Liability
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
My Attorney Screwed Up My Case…What Are My Rights?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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
Should I Cash the Check My Insurance Company Sent Me?
Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers | 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