Year: 2022
A car accident presents a significant safety risk for pregnant women, especially in the later stages of the pregnancy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that between 1-3 percent of infants who make it to birth are exposed to motor-vehicle accidents in utero, and that car accident injuries…
In 1982, the U.S. Marine Corps discovered dangerous chemicals known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the drinking water at the Camp Lejeune base in North Carolina. This contaminated watered was traced back to a start year of 1953 and continued to expose base workers, service members, and their families…
One of my passions outside the practice of law, is doing Ironman Distance Triathlons. I had completed 25 of them before the most recent race that I did. This became a hobby of mine about 10 years ago, when my brother asked me to do a triathlon with him. I figured it would…
Did you suffer an injury due to someone else’s carelessness in Texas? You could be entitled to significant compensation for your medical expenses and other losses. But if you’re like most people, you’ve never had to file a legal claim before. So how long do personal injury claims take in…
Si se ha lastimado en el trabajo, es importante informarle a su empleador y obtener tratamiento médico en un centro médico lo antes posible. ¿Qué debo hacer si mi empleador no me remite a un proveedor médico? Si su empleador no lo deriva a un proveedor médico, vaya a un…
If you have been injured at work, it is important to report your injury to your employer and get medical treatment at a medical facility as soon as possible. What Should I Do If My Employer Will Not Refer Me to a Medical Provider? If your employer will not refer…
In general, the money you receive from a personal injury lawsuit is meant to compensate for what you’ve lost due to your injuries, such as medical bills, lost wages, lower quality of life, and pain and suffering. But in certain cases, you can ask for additional damages to punish the…
In the immediate aftermath of a car crash, it’s natural to experience shock and disorientation. Your immediate concerns might be any injuries you’ve suffered and damage to your vehicle. In this stressful situation, state law still requires you to give certain information to the other driver, including your name, address,…
You may hesitate to see a doctor after a car accident for different reasons. You may not feel hurt, you may fear doctors, or you may be worried about the cost of medical care. At The Wilhite Law Firm, we believe nothing should prevent you from getting medical care after…
In Texas, children can legally sit in the front seat of a car once they are at least 8 years old or more than 4 feet 9 inches tall. However, experts recommend that all children sit in the back seat until they are at least 13 years old for maximum…
