Houston Personal Injury Blog
Is IKEA Responsible When Its Furniture Tips Hurt Someone?
Brian White | November 2, 2023 | Product Liability
IKEA is a popular furniture retailer based in Sweden. People visit stores and shop for the brand online. Unfortunately, some of IKEA’s furniture has caused injuries and deaths from tipping over. According to USA Today, at least six children have died in the past decade because of IKEA’s furniture tipping over onto them. The company… read more
Car Accidents Caused By Brake Checking in Houston
Brian White | October 31, 2023 | Car Accidents
Brake checking while traffic is congested can affect even the best of drivers. Even when there is no traffic, a driver might tailgate you because they think you are driving too slow. When this happens, it might be tempting to brake check the driver behind you. However, brake checking can cause serious car accidents. The… read more
What Is the Safest Type of Motorcycle?
Brian White | October 31, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Many people find riding a motorcycle out on the open road to be fun and exciting. While motorcycles can be thrilling, they also pose a huge risk to those driving them. While other motor vehicles can certainly be safe drivers for motorcyclists by using a turning signal and giving them plenty of space, motorcyclists also… read more
5 Popular Animals That Are Illegal as Pets in Texas
Brian White | October 31, 2023 | Texas Laws
Wild, exotic, or somewhat unusual animals are popular as pets throughout the United States. Owning these animals can be problematic, however, as they may be dangerous, an endangered species, or an invasive species that could harm nearby ecosystems. As such, Texas law prohibits or regulates keeping certain animals as pets. Pet owners are responsible for… read more
How Many Hours Can a Truck Driver Drive?
Brian White | October 20, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Commercial truck drivers are essential to getting goods to market across the country. The large trucks they operate are critical to this mission but have considerable risks. The National Safety Council reports that although large commercial trucks and tractor-trailers account for only five percent of all registered vehicles in the United States, they account for… read more
How To File a Car Accident Claim With Allstate in Houston
Brian White | October 20, 2023 | Car Accidents
A car accident can upend your life faster than you can even ask yourself what happened. In an injury accident, it’s not only your body that takes a toll. Your finances can take a hit as medical bills mount and lost work time accumulate. If you have a personal injury claim against Allstate (typically because… read more
Texas Truck Accident Statistics
Brian White | October 10, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Texas is a large state with large highways. Travel any one of these highways, and you are bound to see large commercial trucks traveling to and from large metropolitan areas like Dallas and Houston. You might assume that because there are so many trucks on the road, Texas has many truck accidents, but statistics may… read more
Secrets of Accident Claims Against GEICO Revealed
Brian White | October 10, 2023 | Car Accidents
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Houston, TX, there’s a good chance you’ll have to deal with GEICO. The company is one of the most popular auto insurance companies in the U.S. Most people are familiar with their clever commercials featuring a friendly gecko or caveman and a promise to save you… read more
At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Texas?
Brian White | October 10, 2023 | Texas Laws
Important safety rules that protect children in cars have evolved over the years in response to accident and safety data. The law reflects this evolution and typically changes to reflect any updates. At one time, there were simply no rules to address the issue of children riding in the front seat. Today, however, experience, research,… read more
Are Wolf Hybrids Legal in Texas?
Brian White | October 4, 2023 | Texas Laws
Pit bulls, rottweilers, and doberman pinschers often come to mind when people fear dogs. However, wolf hybrids have been proven to be unsafe even when being taken care of by an ideal owner. Even if owners believe their wolf hybrids are properly domesticated, it is often dangerous to keep these animals on their property. Dog… read more