The Dirty Verdict

If an insurance company says your brain injury is “just a concussion,” do not assume that short label tells the whole story. A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury, but the word “mild” does not tell you how badly the injury may be affecting your memory, concentration, sleep, mood, balance, work, or… Continue reading What If the Insurance Company Says Your Houston Brain Injury Is “Just a Concussion”?

If a dog owner says a Houston dog bite was your fault, do not assume that settles the matter. Do not argue. Do not admit fault just to calm things down. First, get to safety, get medical care, report the dog bite, and save evidence before it disappears. The facts that may matter include what… Continue reading What Should You Do After a Houston Dog Bite If the Owner Says It Was Your Fault?

If you were hurt in an assault, robbery, shooting, or other violent incident at a Houston apartment complex, the property owner is not automatically responsible just because a crime happened. But poor security can matter. Broken gates, bad lighting, missing cameras, ignored complaints, or other safety problems may become part of the story. What matters… Continue reading Injured at a Houston Apartment Complex? Who May Be Responsible for Poor Security?

If you were hurt in a Houston vehicle accident, preserve what you safely can. Take photos of the scene, the vehicles, the road, your injuries, and anything else that may help show what happened. Save witness names, medical records, bills, work records, and messages from insurance companies or others involved in the crash. Keep original… Continue reading What Should You Photograph and Save After a Houston Vehicle Accident?

If you were hurt in a Houston car accident caused by a driver who had no applicable liability insurance, do not assume you have no options. Your own auto policy may include uninsured-motorist coverage, and other policy terms may matter too. If the other driver has some insurance but not enough to cover the injury… Continue reading What to Do After a Houston Car Accident With an Uninsured Driver

If an insurance adjuster asks for a recorded statement after a Houston car accident, first find out which insurance company is calling and what information it wants. Give accurate, brief answers to questions you understand, but do not guess about how the crash happened, minimize your injuries, or volunteer extra information. The right next step… Continue reading What Should You Do When an Insurance Adjuster Requests a Recorded Statement After a Houston Car Accident?