Houston Personal Injury Law Blog

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most devastating injuries you can suffer in any kind of accident. The brain is the most important organ in the body—it’s what makes us ourselves. But proving that someone has a TBI and that it was caused by an accident can be very difficult. What should you do…

When you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you will probably try to reach a settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company first. If that doesn’t work, you’ll likely need to seek compensation for your injuries and losses by filing a lawsuit. When you do, you’ll hear your attorney mention “discovery.” If…

Checking our social media feeds has become nearly as important as checking our email. When anything happens, good or bad, we quickly post to Facebook, Snapchat, or Twitter. Oftentimes with a picture to tell everyone what we’ve been up to. It’s almost expected. When someone doesn’t post regularly, their friends wonder if they’re okay. You…

The invention of the cell phone may have been the best and worst thing since the invention of the wheel. We can now instantly connect with family and friends while speeding down the highway at breakneck speeds. Even better, we can text instead of talking. But there’s a problem. Texting while driving causes truck accidents.…

Now that the weather is warmer and life is opening back up again, everyone who rides a motorcycle wants to get back on the road. Before you hop on your ride and hit the open road, take a few minutes to prevent spring motorcycle accidents that could end your season of fun before it begins.…

When you receive your copy of the Texas Peace Officer’s Crash Report, you will get a four-page document filled with many code numbers and little checkboxes. Despite the perplexing numbers and tiny boxes, the report clearly explains what the officer believes happened at the accident scene. When you receive your copy, you should review it…

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you probably aren’t thinking about how to get your accident report. But you’ll need the report for your insurance claim. Your attorney will want to see it when it comes time to file any legal action against the other party in the case. You will not be…

Texas is one of the biggest commercial shipping states in America. No matter where you are on a highway in Houston, you can count on sharing the road with a big rig somewhere. Commercial traffic isn’t going away, and sometimes, accidents with commercial trucks happen. Texas requires all commercial drivers to have special training and…

If you suffered injuries in a car accident caused by someone else, you have a right to seek compensation from the at-fault driver. However, it’s vital to understand how your actions might negatively impact the outcome of your case. The jury could diminish your compensation if they determine you share any fault for the crash.…

Filing a personal injury lawsuit can be intimidating. In theory, filing a suit seems easy. You file documents that inform the court and the person you are suing of the basis for bringing your case. However, most non-lawyers do not know how to navigate this process or what to expect. Working with a qualified personal…