Houston Personal Injury Blog
5 Things to Never Mention to Insurance Companies After Traffic Accidents
Brian White | May 3, 2015 | Auto Accidents
Driving is such a part of our daily lives that avoiding car accidents may seem impossible. Getting into a traffic accident is stressful, even when the other driver is clearly at-fault and gracious enough to claim liability. Much of this stress is due to dealing with insurance companies. The claim process is taxing and can… read more
Who Is Responsible for Pot Holes Causing Vehicular Damage in Houston, TX?
Brian White | April 14, 2015 | Auto Accidents, Personal Injury
The government is tasked with keeping roads clear of debris, free of potholes, and safe to drive on. Yet when cities are in trouble, one budget often compromised is the department of transportation. If your vehicle is damaged because of a pothole in Texas, are you stuck with the tab or should the city cough… read more
Cyclists Beware! 10 Statistically Fatal Bicycling Routes in the U.S.
Brian White | April 5, 2015 | Bicycle Accidents
In terms of lasting health benefits, increasing daily energy, and improving overall happiness, cycling tops the list of cardiovascular activities. Unfortunately, not all of America’s infrastructure is prepared to handle a high volume of cyclists. Florida is the worst offender, with 6.56 cyclist deaths per million annually. Louisiana and Oregon come in second, with 3.93… read more
Who is Liable for Youth Sports Injuries?
Brian White | March 4, 2015 | Personal Injury
Kids get hurt when they play sports, but with youth sports getting more competitive, the injuries are getting more serious. In a 2013 study done by the Institute of Medicine, researchers found that concussion rates were actually higher in high school athletes than in college athletes. The report noted that the typical recovery rate from… read more
Filling Out a Driver’s Crash Report in Texas – How and Why It’s Done
Brian White | March 4, 2015 | Auto Accidents, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents
If you’ve been in a car accident in Texas, you may need to fill out an accident report, also known as a Driver’s Crash Report. Texas law requires that if an accident results in death or injury to anyone, or if there was $1000 or more worth of damage, a report must be filled out… read more
Proper Maintenance of Your Tires and Brakes Can Keep You Safe on the Road
Brian White | March 4, 2015 | Auto Accidents, Personal Injury
Mechanical failures account for nearly 13% of car accidents. Usually, the cause of this failure is due to vehicle owners neglecting to properly maintain their cars. At the top of the list for maintenance neglect are tire and brake problems. Far too often, owners wait until it is too late to have issues repaired. In… read more
How Over-the-Counter Medication Can Affect Your Driving
Brian White | March 4, 2015 | Auto Accidents, Dangerous Products, Personal Injury
Because over-the-counter medications aren’t controlled by doctors, many of us think of them as harmless. However, many of these medications can impact your ability to drive and driving while on certain medications can even constitute as driving under the influence. Your pharmacist will most likely tell you which medications will affect your driving ability, but… read more
The Ten Most Dangerous Dog Breeds
Brian White | March 4, 2015 | Personal Injury
The nature versus nurture argument isn’t limited to children. The debate continues with man’s best friend, and forces pet owners to ask: Are dogs vicious due to their nature or upbringing? Although upbringing is definitely a factor in aggressiveness, certain breeds are more predisposed to having vicious temperaments. When these dogs are paired with an… read more
Announcing The Brian White National Academic Scholarship
Brian White | October 15, 2013 | scholarship
We are proud to announce the Brian White National Academic Scholarship is now accepting submission. If you know a college undergraduate or a high school senior that is motivated to further their education have them submit a 400-600 word essay on the following topic: Should DUI/DWI offenders be imprisoned on the 1st offense? What if… read more
The Costs Associated with DWI
Brian White | July 24, 2013 | Auto Accidents
I recently took on a new case where one of my personal friends was injured by a drunk driver. We all see a lot of anti-drunk driving campaigns out there and yet the number of people injured by drunk drivers is incredibly high. I created this infographic to make sure people are aware of how… read more