Terry Bryant Legal Blog

When you’ve been in a crash with an out-of-state driver, the aftermath can be confusing and stressful to deal with. With laws that differ between states, insurance policies, and unfamiliar processes, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Knowing your rights and what steps to take in these situations will make it easier to protect you[...]

Local businesses see a lot of foot traffic, and they need to take necessary steps to protect patrons who visit their businesses. That is why most business owners are very aware of local laws related to slip-and-fall accidents. One of the ways that businesses try to absolve themselves of liability following a slip and fall accident is[...]

A fender bender or sideswipe accident may not be enough to leave you in traction, but it can derail your day. You might end up with serious aches and pains — and with a vehicle that doesn’t come out of the shop for weeks. Even so, there’s a common misconception that you don’t need a lawyer for minor car accident cases. Whi[...]

Property owners are responsible for making sure their premises are safe and properly maintained. They must fix dangerous conditions to prevent injury to others. When a property owner fails to do so, and you are injured as a result, you may be able to win a damage award that covers your losses through a premises liability lawsuit. [...]

After suffering injuries in an accident, you may have filed a claim to receive compensation from the pertinent insurance companies. You may have noticed weeks and even months passing by without an answer or with communications that seem to continue delaying the process. In some instances, you may even get a notice telling you that yo[...]

In criminal trials, the defense and the prosecution often call expert witnesses to offer insights. In personal injury cases, attorneys can also call expert witnesses to help support their case. While your lawyer can certainly build a strong case without outside witnesses, expert witnesses in an injury case may lend credibility to you[...]

After an Uber® accident, one of the questions you’ll have when you decide to pursue a claim is What can I get for an Uber settlement amount? This question is common among Uber accident victims because they have to deal with medical bills, diminishing bank accounts, lost wages, and other financial impacts from the accident. Securin[...]

Truck accidents can result in devastating consequences for victims, often leading to severe injuries and long-term disabilities. Recent changes to federal trucking regulations aim to make the roads safer. When accident victims are seeking justice and compensation, these new rules can make it easier to prove liability for injuries. Re[...]

Your home is your castle, whether you own or rent it. You expect to be safe in your home from dangers both inside and out. So when reality doesn’t live up to your expectations, what are your options? What can you do when you are injured, through no fault of your own, at your rental property in Texas? Suffering a rental property inj[...]

If you've been involved in a crash with an 18-wheeler in Texas, understanding the complexities of proving negligence is crucial. When considering truck vs. car accident liability, truck accidents typically involve multiple parties, intricate regulations, and substantial damages, while auto accidents rarely involve these situations. N[...]

Being involved in a truck accident in Houston can be overwhelming and traumatic. The decisions you make in the moments following the collision are crucial for your health, safety, and legal rights. After someone else caused a Houston truck accident, you should focus on following a few key steps that will give you the best chance of r[...]

Houston is a bustling metropolis known for its vibrant economy and extensive transportation network. However, because of the region’s busy traffic patterns, 18-wheeler accidents in Houston occur far too frequently. Large semi-trucks, while essential for the movement of goods, pose substantial risks on the road due to their size, we[...]

Countless rideshare trips are completed each year in Texas and across the United States, and many of them are uneventful and not particularly notable. “Many of,” however, does not mean all; some Uber or Lyft rides do not, in fact, go smoothly and instead end with a crash that leaves their passengers injured. Those passengers, und[...]

¿Ha estado involucrado en un accidente automovilístico que involucró un camión de reparto de United Parcel Service (UPS) o un semi de carga de UPS? ¿Su familiar ha estado involucrado en un accidente con un camión de reparto de UPS o un semi de carga? Además del trauma psicológico y físico de un accidente automovilístico,[...]

Given the state of healthcare costs in the U.S., suffering any type of injury can be a financial disaster. Medical bills can quickly jump to five figures in days. Unfortunately, that is just the start of any financial problem. When you are seriously hurt, you are likely in no condition to continue working. If your injuries were cause[...]

Being in an accident that leaves you with injuries can take a significant toll on you. You can experience harm that prevents you from earning a living and leaves you with medical expenses you’re not sure how to pay. To recover the losses you sustained, one of the options you have is to file a personal injury claim. You can find a l[...]

Slip and fall accidents can happen unexpectedly, frequently leaving victims with life-altering injuries, medical expenses, and physical and emotional distress. Knowing some of the often overlooked slip and fall locations in Houston — and what actions you need to take after suffering injuries in a fall — can help you protect your [...]

Houston is growing fast, and with that kind of growth comes nonstop construction. Skyscrapers, roads, residential areas — you name it, it’s being built somewhere. But with all of this development, Houston construction site accidents happen more often than a lot of people realize. Workers, pedestrians, and even drivers passing by [...]