Houston Personal Injury Blog

Attorney Brian White | July 23, 2025 | News

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers has been voted to the Houston Chronicle’s “Best of the Best 2025” list in the category of Personal Injury Litigation. This honor underscores the firm’s outstanding commitment to its clients, its strong reputation among legal peers, and its proven track record of securing meaningful results for injury victims across… read more

Attorney Brian White | July 22, 2025 | Community Involvement

Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers is pleased to announce that we’re hosting a “Operation Backpack & Supply Drive” event for the 2024–2025 school year. For a third year, we are donating backpacks filled with school supplies and other necessities. A child must be present for the backpack and school supplies giveaway, while supplies last. … read more

Attorney Brian White | July 1, 2025 | Dog Bites

Every year, millions of people are bitten by dogs, and tens of thousands of animal bite victims suffer personal injuries that require medical treatment. Fortunately, The Woodlands, Texas, is served by two proactive animal control service agencies that are extremely safety-focused. If you notice a stray or aggressive animal in your community, do your part… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 23, 2025 | Car Accidents

Sometimes, it isn’t possible or wise to remain on the road while driving. Your vehicle might experience a mechanical issue that makes it unsafe to operate. You might collide with another road user, an animal, or an object on the road. Or perhaps you’re unlucky and a police officer catches you speeding. In these situations,… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 20, 2025 | Oil Rig Accidents

Roughly 30% of the world’s oil comes from offshore fields, but how exactly does it reach the surface? Offshore drilling taps reserves buried beneath the seabed out on vast platforms that often feel like self-contained towns. Some platforms even extend through more than 4,000 feet of water before reaching the ocean floor.  To understand how… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 17, 2025 | Truck Accidents

Commercial trucking is essential to the U.S. economy, moving nearly 11.5 billion tons of freight in 2022 alone. However, this service comes at a cost: 5,936 people were killed in trucking accidents with large commercial trucks and semis in the same year. Approximately 150,000 crashes of all types involving commercial trucks happen every year in… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 12, 2025 | Car Accidents

The answer to whether or not you need a lawyer for a progressive claim depends on how serious your injuries are, how complex your case is, and how Progressive responds to your claim. In minor fender-benders with no injuries, you might not need legal help. However, victims of more serious accidents often benefit from professional… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 11, 2025 | Personal Injury

Personal injury law in Texas covers many types of accidents and harmful behavior. Some injuries happen because someone wasn’t careful (this is called negligence), while others happen because someone meant to cause harm (this is called an intentional tort).  The difference between these two matters in court because it changes how the case is handled… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 9, 2025 | Personal Injury

Exsanguination is a medical term that means severe blood loss, so severe that it can lead to death if not treated quickly. It’s one of the most dangerous injuries a person can suffer, and in many trauma cases, it’s the leading cause of death before a victim ever reaches the hospital. While it sounds like… read more

Attorney Brian White | June 1, 2025 | Oil Rig Accidents

Offshore oil rigs are an important part of Houston’s energy industry. They are used to extract oil and gas from under the ocean floor. While most people know what oil rigs are, many have questions about how they actually work. Here’s what you need to know.  What Is An Offshore Oil Rig? An offshore oil… read more

Attorney Brian White | May 22, 2025 | Car Accidents

After you are injured in a car accident in Texas, you can pursue compensation from the liable party by filing an insurance claim or a lawsuit. To succeed in this claim, you must gather extensive evidence that supports your case. One of the most important types of evidence can be surveillance camera footage of the… read more

Attorney Brian White | May 18, 2025 | Brain Injury

It’s common for people to experience neck pain after car crashes and other accidents. Most of the time, people assume they have suffered a bit of whiplash and don’t bother getting it checked out. As the days pass, however, the discomfort and stiffness may still be present. That could point to a more serious injury,… read more

Attorney Brian White | May 13, 2025 | Personal Injury

Texas personal injury laws require victims to prove that another party caused their injuries before the victim can recover compensation for their injuries. The legal elements of negligence for a personal injury case are a duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. You must prove each element by a preponderance of the evidence… read more

Attorney Brian White | May 8, 2025 | Personal Injury

A day at the Houston Zoo should be fun for the whole family, but what if someone gets hurt during their visit? Accidents can happen, even in places designed for enjoyment. Knowing your legal rights and what steps to take after an injury can help with your recovery and possible financial compensation. Common Types of… read more

Attorney Brian White | April 30, 2025 | Truck Accidents

Accidents involving 18-wheelers occur far too often. In 2023, Texas saw 38,909 crashes involving commercial motor vehicles. Of those crashes, 549 were fatal, and 1,350 were suspected to have caused serious injuries.  Many collisions, including those caused by 18-wheelers being parked on the street, are entirely preventable. Understanding where 18-wheelers are allowed to park and… read more

Attorney Brian White | April 18, 2025 | safety

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job opportunities for construction equipment operators are projected to experience steady growth through 2033. Most jobs in the sector require a high school diploma in addition to specialized training and licensing, though some opportunities for on-the-job training are available.  There are many reasons to be interested in… read more

Attorney Brian White | April 15, 2025 | Texas Trucking Companies

Many cargo van owners start out by taking on jobs through friends or via websites like Craigslist, but neither of those options represents a good, long-term plan if you want to build a real business. Load boards are online platforms where people post shipping jobs and van owners find work. They’re like job boards but… read more

Attorney Brian White | April 11, 2025 | Personal Injury

Class action lawsuits take anywhere from several months to several years, all depending on several factors, including the size of the lawsuit, the amount of evidence, negotiations for settlements, and the court’s availability. Understanding how to take part in a class action lawsuit should be discussed with an experienced class action lawyer. Class Action Lawsuits… read more