Terry Bryant Legal Blog

When you are seeking compensation for injuries caused by a negligent action, the negligent party’s insurance company might act friendly toward you. They want you to let your guard down, see them as harmless, and discuss the case with them without legal representation. Then, they’ll turn around and use what you said against you, t[...]

Before a personal injury case goes to trial, it must go through different stages, including the discovery phase. In discovery, both parties to a lawsuit gather evidence to build their arguments. If you’ve never been involved in an injury lawsuit in Texas, this might feel overwhelming, especially if you don’t know what to expect. [...]

If your personal injury lawsuit is highly complex — whether because of disputed liability or technical evidence — expert witnesses are required to help prove your case and secure a favorable outcome. Unlike typical personal injury claims, where evidence is straightforward and liability is not contested, complex cases require spec[...]

When seeking compensation through a Texas personal injury claim, it is essential to know the laws that will impact your case and to understand the Texas legal system. Over the years, the legal system has undergone several reforms and seen diverse changes, one of the most significant being Texas tort reform, aimed to limit liability a[...]

E-scooters are a modern and eco-friendly way to get around in Texas cities, from Houston to Austin and Dallas. Teenagers and adults use them for short-distance travel instead of taking a bus or taxi. While e-scooters are generally safe, like most modes of transportation, they are prone to accidents. Also, since e-scooter riders ha[...]

When people go boating for business or pleasure, they want to have an accident-free time on the water. However, a fishing trip on the Gulf Coast or a leisurely cruise on Lake Conroe can become dangerous if a boating accident occurs. Most boating accidents happen because of the negligence or carelessness of others. If you or a love[...]

Driving a truck is a taxing job that requires alertness. However, truck drivers often travel long distances without adequate rest, which affects their physical and mental state. Although there are laws regulating the time truck drivers spend on the road, the need to meet deadlines causes them to drive longer, harming their physical s[...]

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[...]

Getting into any car accident is scary, but few things can compare to the terror you feel knowing you’re milliseconds away from a head-on collision. These crashes can result in devastating injuries to both drivers involved, as well as any passengers. If you’ve suffered serious injuries in a crash you didn’t cause, you might won[...]

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? [...]