Houston Personal Injury Blog

What Do I Do After an Underride Truck Accident?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), underride crashes occurred 189 times with a large truck in 2015. In the same year, Texas reported 29 underride accidents. Since these accidents involve a smaller passenger vehicle slipping underneath a larger commercial truck, they can easily cause extensive damages. Taking the appropriate steps after an… read more

What to Do After a Rollover Truck Accident in Houston, TX

All truck accidents are dangerous for the truck driver and other vehicle drivers involved, but rollovers can cause some of the most extensive damage. While these accidents can be devastating, taking the appropriate steps in the aftermath can help improve your chances of receiving your rightful compensation. If you were involved in a rollover accident… read more

Common Types of Truck Accidents in Houston, TX

Truck accidents occur for many different reasons. Some trucking companies neglect to maintain their vehicles and avoid proper government safety regulations. Drivers also can be responsible if they do not adhere to proper safety laws while driving or if they do not get adequate rest and drive while drowsy. Regardless of liability, trucks and other… read more

Handling a Jackknife Truck Accident in Houston: Everything You Need to Know

Truck drivers are all aware of the dangers of jackknifing and the likelihood of them occurring. However, this doesn’t mean that they know or understand what to do in the event of an accident. Proper knowledge and training for this type of accident ensure that drivers maintain maximum safety for themselves and others while handling… read more

Houston Driving Safety Tips for the Fall

Seasonal changes require drivers to adjust their driving habits. Conditions demand extra caution as the sun sets earlier, the roads are wetter, and ice becomes a potential threat. To reduce the risk of an accident, consider the following safety tips to prepare for the fall weather. Were you recently involved in an auto collision? If… read more

Houston Takes Steps Toward Improving Dangerous Bike Intersections

While bicycling offers many benefits, it’s not without risks. In car accidents, a bicyclist has much less protection than those inside the car – which can lead to devastating injuries. On Bike to Work Day in May 2018, Mayor Turner instructed BikeHouston to work with the city to improve bicyclist safety. This was in response… read more

Announcing the 2018 Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers Undergraduate Scholarship Winner

We are pleased to announce the recipient of the 2018 Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers Undergraduate Scholarship — Wendy Garcia, who attends Texas A&M University. Wendy is a double major in International Studies and Spanish. She is on track to graduate from Texas A&M University in 2021. This was not an easy decision as… read more

Is My Company Liable for Passenger Injuries Sustained in Car Accidents On the Job in Houston?

Accidents that happen on the job in Texas abide by different rules and systems than non-work related accidents. Liability, a victim’s legal options, and how much compensation employees can receive, all differ from the typical rules when the crash happened at work. One example of the differences between work vs. non-work related accidents is in… read more

Non-Subscriber Work Injuries: Target

If you sustain an injury while working at a Target in Texas, your workers’ compensation claim process will be unique from many other employers. Target is a non-subscriber, meaning it does not subscribe to the statewide workers’ compensation program. Instead, it has chosen an option that’s only available in the state of Texas – creating… read more

Non-Subscriber Work Injuries: Lowe’s

Lowe’s does not subscribe to the Texas state workers’ compensation system. Texas is the only state in the country that gives employers this option. This does not mean, however, that you’re unprotected in the event of an accident. It means that Lowe’s has chosen to sign up for its own workers’ compensation policy, according to… read more