Houston Personal Injury Law Blog
How much damage can a big rig accident cause?
When truck drivers lose control of their vehicles, the damage to nearby property can be devastating. More importantly, people inside small cars and those walking near the road have precious little protection against the force and weight of a big rig. Motorists can...
The causes and dangers of distracted driving
Distracted driving contributes to motor vehicle accidents by dividing the attention of drivers. There are many ways drivers can become distracted on the road. All drivers should understand the hazards of distracted driving and learn about the various diversions they...
How can different kinds of aggressive drivers lead to accidents?
When a person has to travel alongside various kinds of drivers, they may notice some of them put others at risk of a crash. People who drive aggressively can cause a rear-end accident or tailgate another car. Knowing the varieties of dangerous driving and how to tell...
What are the recoverable damages from a car accident case?
After a devastating car accident, you may wonder how will pay all the medical bills while you are out of work for your injuries. A personal injury auto accident claim allows you to seek compensation for the financial, physical and emotional damages related to your...
What to know if you are injured in an 18-wheeler accident
You may take every precaution to drive safely, but sometimes accidents still happen. If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, you should be able to focus on your recovery and not worry about how to pay for medical bills. Accidents involving 18-wheeler trucks...
How do seizure disorders contribute to routine driving concerns?
Though many recognize the dangers of driving while under the influence of certain prescriptions or illicit substances, few consider the increase in risk that is present when a seizure patient is behind the wheel. Seizures are terrifying experiences that occur from...
Dangerous diabetes drugs—your prescriptions may kill you
Type 2 diabetes is difficult to manage and some doctors are overly eager to prescribe new and exciting drugs that hit the market. However, drug representatives often do not relay the dangerous side effects that can lead to serious personal injury or wrongful death....
3 types of weather that make driving dangerous
When you typically drive in good conditions, inclement weather can pose a major threat. You may not be familiar with the impact it can have on your driving experience. Inclement weather requires you to modify your habits on the road to ensure you get to your...
How to help your teen become a safer driver
As a parent, you worry about the day your teenager gets his or her license. Although your teen wants this increased freedom, you have concerns about your child’s safety since accidents involving teenagers are so common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Should you buy gap insurance for your vehicle?
If you have an auto loan, depreciation of the car may cause you to owe more than the vehicle's value. If you total the car before you repay the loan, you remain responsible for the balance. Gap insurance provides financial protection from this situation by paying off...
