Terry Bryant Legal Blog

When you suffer an injury because of someone else’s negligent or wrongful conduct, you usually have the right to pursue a personal injury claim. These claims allow you to obtain compensation for the losses you suffered, but it’s important to know that you don’t have an unlimited amount of time to file a lawsuit. If you wait too[...]

When seeking compensation for a car accident injury, one term that will appear several times is “fault.” In at-fault states like Texas, it is essential to establish who is at fault in a car accident so that the other party (victim) can seek compensation for their economic and non-economic damages. However, identifying the liable [...]

When clients come to our office for initial consultations, they are often curious about how long it will take for their case to settle. With insurance adjusters hounding them to settle and bills piling up, knowing when their case will conclude if they pursue one, is very important. However, when this question arises, the answer is al[...]

You may think you can handle your claim alone when seeking compensation after a car accident. This could be because you sustained only minor injuries, believe you have a simple case, fear the costs, had minimal property damage, liability was not disputed, or you trust insurance companies. While all these are sound reasons for handlin[...]

Large commercial trucks are essential to the Texas economy, as they bring in and take out goods daily. However, as necessary as they are, their size makes them a significant threat on the road, especially if there is an accident. Truck collisions often lead to extensive property damage, severe or catastrophic injuries, and sometimes [...]

When dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident, there are many things you’ll face simultaneously. One of them is accumulating medical bills and loss of income if your injuries keep you hospitalized for a long time or unable to work. Although you can seek compensation through a truck accident lawsuit, you might have heard it is[...]

Concerts and music festivals are loved by anyone who enjoys music and the outdoors, and doesn’t mind crowds. Texans are no strangers to concerts and music festivals, from country artists to pop stars. While concerts and music festivals are meant to be fun and exciting, they can turn harmful due to the large crowds and other factors[...]

When seeking compensation for an injury caused by someone’s negligence, the party’s insurance company is one of the most significant stumbling blocks to receiving a fair settlement. Although insurance companies try to appear friendly, to get you to let your guard down, they are always most concerned about their bottom line. As[...]

Many trucks enter and leave Texas daily to deliver products and services. While this is good for the state’s economy, it increases the chances of truck accidents. Truck collisions have severe consequences, as they can lead to severe injuries and significant property damage. So, what causes these accidents, and can they be avoided? [...]

When involved in an accident with different parties, filing a compensation claim becomes more complex. You must correctly identify all liable parties, determine their degree of liability, file a compensation claim with each one, and, if needed, present a compelling argument in court on why each of them should compensate you. If you d[...]

When e-scooters and e-bikes were first introduced, they were loved by many who saw them as easy means of getting around without harming the environment. Many cities in the United States accepted them, including Houston. However, it soon became apparent that, like most modes of transportation, e-scooters and e-bikes were not immune to[...]

Unfortunately, for years, drunk driving has remained one of the leading causes of accidents in the United States, Texas included. If you get hit by a drunk driver in Texas, you might wonder if you have a case and what your legal options are. The good news is that many Texas drunk driving victims are able to get justice through our ci[...]

Houston is a vibrant city with bustling nightlife, a thriving restaurant scene, and major industries. It also has busy late-night roadways filled with rideshare drivers driving home workers, clubbers, and other nightcrawlers. However, choosing a rideshare like Uber or Lyft to get home late at night comes with risks. Whether from dro[...]

When victims file a personal injury claim, they expect the at-fault party’s insurance company to pay them the full extent of their damages. However, reality often differs from expectation, as insurance companies have various tactics and excuses for denying claims or reducing the amount sought. One common excuse used in injury settl[...]

Receiving a personal injury settlement provides relief from the financial burden that comes with injuries. However, to ensure the relief is not momentary, you will want to protect your personal injury settlement and keep it private. If you fail to do this, and the compensation becomes public knowledge, you leave yourself open to clai[...]

Imagine you’re riding your motorcycle in Houston, following all traffic laws, and traveling well within the speed limit. As you stop at a light, the driver of the vehicle behind you is looking down at their phone and rear-ends you hard enough to knock you off the bike. You might assume that this would cause minor motorcycle crash i[...]

A car accident can be a harrowing experience in any circumstances. In the aftermath, you typically call 911 and share your contact information with the driver of the other vehicle. However, this can’t happen if the other driver flees the scene of the accident. You may wonder whether you should wait for the police to arrive in this [...]

Getting into a car accident in Texas can be a harrowing experience. Even in the best of circumstances, it is the kind of frustration that can throw off your entire day. In the worst of situations, you or a loved one may be seriously injured or die. That is a much worse scenario than being late for work. Frustratingly, the consequence[...]