Houston Personal Injury Attorney News

Legal action involving dog bites is interesting because it often involves both criminal and civil aspects. There are also laws that state what happens to the dog in the event that a person is bit, and these are generally labeled as administrative laws. States generally have one of two sets of laws regarding dog bites, and these are “strict liability” and “one bite” states. Strict Liabilit...

Every year millions of parents entrust their children to school bus drivers who are tasked with safely transporting children to and from school. Although most days pass without any incidents involving school buses, there are rare instances when cases grasp the headlines and leave parents wondering if their children are truly safe while in the care of these drivers. 1) Driver Sto...

One of the worst feelings a parent can endure involves watching a child suffer. Medical emergencies can happen at any time, and knowing how to handle emergencies will help alleviate some of the anxiety that’s felt as a result. Call 911 The first priority after an injury should be seeking medical attention for the child. Parents sometimes hesitate to seek help because they feel they ...

A growing number of children are being diagnosed with disorders such as schizophrenia, autism and bipolar disorder. Until recently, a common medication used to treat these disorders has been Risperdal. Manufactured by Janssen Pharmaceuticals, the company has recently come under fire for downplaying the risks associated with this drug and their misleading marketing efforts. What is Risperdal? ...

Parents take their children to playgrounds to allow them to enjoy some physical exercise and get fresh air and sunshine. These outings are intended to be fun, which is why there is often shock, anger and disbelief whenever a playground injury occurs. Playground injuries can range from rather minor cuts and bruises to life-threatening ones that could result in extensive medical care being needed...

A trip to the amusement park turned into a nightmare Monday afternoon when a tree fell on the tracks of a roller coaster. As the passenger cars passed through the tree that was resting on the track, the clamps that hold the car on the track broke, derailing the car. Four people were injured. Two people were taken to a local hospital, and another two dozen were stuck for hours dangling 20-30 fe...