Terry Bryant Legal Blog

Texas Motorcycle Helmet Law There is no debate that helmets save lives, especially among motorcyclists. Bikers are generally comfortable with a certain level of risk, and there is a pervading belief among bikers that it’s a matter of when, not if, a rider will be thrown from their bike. There are numerous risks that motorcyc[...]

  [caption id="attachment_5927" align="aligncenter" width="400"]                       Are You a Texas Tailgater?[/caption] Since tailgating drivers continue to cause many serious accidents and whiplash injuries, we all must learn how to minimize their chances of harming us. While some people purpo[...]

Truck drivers are asked to drive hundreds of miles in a single day, make their deliveries on time, and take their pay by the mile – so is it any surprise that fatigue is a constant concern, especially when it comes to potential truck accident lawsuits? But just how much of a concern it is depends on who is doing the talkin[...]

Cruise Ship Accident Lawyer talk to our attorneys about a cruise ship lawsuit Each year thousands of people enjoy vacation cruises to ports all over the globe. There is no question that a cruise can be a delightful experience for all involved, with a chance to visit exotic locales and enjoy gourmet dining twenty-four hours a [...]

When an employee gets hurt on the job, they may consider talking with work injury lawyers in an effort to protect their rights. From the state's workers’ compensation laws to the legal process involved, an experienced attorney may be able to help. Types of Workplace Injuries Each type of injury can vary in severity, yet they [...]

Defective products can have tragic repercussions for unsuspecting families, which is why many consider defective product lawsuits following an injury or death due to improper manufacturing or warning labels. There are three common ways a product can be deemed defective: A mishap at the factory where the product is manuf[...]

[caption id="attachment_5761" align="alignleft" width="320"] Learn How to Avoid Water Skiing Accidents[/caption] Nearly all of us have watched someone water ski on a lake or seen the sport being enjoyed during a TV show or movie. When it’s done well, the sport looks extremely easy. However, pulling yourself up on skis while [...]

[caption id="attachment_5691" align="alignright" width="365"] Are You Aware of Smart Car Dangers?[/caption] Cars are getting smarter. Each new model year rolls out new bells and whistles. Many of these features utilize computer systems that manage different features of cars without operator input. One of the most popular featu[...]

[caption id="attachment_5716" align="alignleft" width="389"] Learn How to Limit Hot Air Balloon Dangers[/caption] On July 30, 2016, sixteen people lost their lives in central Texas due to a tragic incident involving a hot air balloon that may have been caused by the balloon colliding with power lines. This incident happened ab[...]

Fall on Slippery Steps When you take a fall on slippery steps, it hurts. In some cases, you may suffer serious injury. When that happens, you may be concerned about how to pay for medical expenses. In addition, an injury from a fall down stairs can mean you miss work as you recover from your injuries and may then be concerned [...]

Day in and day out, a personal injury lawyer regularly handles quite a range of case types. In no particular order, here are ten of the most common types. In all of these incidents, the assistance of a Houston personal injury lawyer may be the best bet when a victim is seeking justice for his or her injuries. 1. Auto Acciden[...]

[caption id="attachment_5677" align="alignright" width="338"] Is Speed Deadlier Than Distraction?[/caption] Do you know what the leading behavior involved in traffic fatalities is? Drunk driving? Distracted driving? No—according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), driving too fast was the le[...]

[caption id="attachment_5657" align="alignleft" width="354"] Familiar with the dangers posed by hot tubs?[/caption] At present, the U. S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission’s statistics concerning annual hot tub injuries and deaths can be difficult to interpret since they’re commonly grouped together with swimming pool[...]

[caption id="attachment_5653" align="aligncenter" width="378"] Know your options after sustaining a work injury?[/caption] Every year, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) gathers statistics, so it can learn more about how many workers are being hurt on the job, including construction workplace injuries. Based on 2014 s[...]

Bounce houses of one type or another have been around for a long time. In fact, some of us first saw smaller versions of them inside restaurants designed for kids and their parents years ago. Then they became freestanding devices often rented for children’s parties – or incorporated into outdoor festivals and other family[...]

Many people currently playing the smartphone free-to-play app “Pokémon Go” are finding it wildly addictive. In fact, media reports indicate that some are even endangering themselves and others by playing the game as they drive or walk through both rural and urban areas. Here’s a brief look at some of the recent injuri[...]

  [caption id="attachment_5624" align="alignleft" width="368"] Think you're immune from the road rage epidemic?[/caption] Whether you mainly travel down familiar Houston roads and freeways or often visit other parts of the country, chances are you’ve seen a number of road rage incidents. Yet while we all tend to thin[...]

[caption id="attachment_5620" align="alignleft" width="356"] Boating safety is often overlooked[/caption] No matter how long you’ve been enjoying this big state’s many lakes and rivers, as well as the warm Gulf waters, you still need to be proactive about boating safety. That reality became clear again during the recent F[...]