Terry Bryant Legal Blog

After hiring a personal injury attorney, the first question many clients have is "what is my case worth?" The classic answer to this question is “it depends.” Every case is different. Here, at the accident and injury law office of Terry Bryant, we handle every case differently based on facts specific to how you were injure[...]

Road safety officials are reporting that traffic deaths increased by nearly eight percent (8%) in 2015 – ending a lengthy period of decline in such numbers. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that about 35,200 people lost their lives in traffic collisions in 2015. All of these troubling facts w[...]

When you fail to keep fully functional airbags in your vehicle, you greatly increase your chances of having your head or entire body shoot through a broken windshield. Furthermore, drivers without airbags are also more likely to suffer broken bones, whiplash injuries, dangerous cuts and bruises, and head trauma. If you or a l[...]

If you have been injured through no fault of your own, you may have a claim against the party responsible for causing your injuries. After the process of filing a claim with an insurance company, proving your damages, and agreeing upon a settlement amount, it's essential to consult with a insurance bad faith lawyer before sig[...]

It’s only natural to want to tell your side of the story—especially when you’ve been wronged. If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, one of the first things an insurance adjuster will ask you to do is give a recorded statement. This statement is generally taken over the phone, then typed into a transcript. When [...]

Many personal injury attorneys work under a contingent fee contract. But many injured people do not know what a contingent fee contract is. This can be intimidating to an accident victim who is looking for help but is afraid of signing a contract filled with legal jargon and unfamiliar terms. Generally, a contingent fee contra[...]

Each year, the Better Business Bureau recognizes businesses and non-profits for their achievements and superior commitment to quality and ethics in the workplace, including outstanding professionals such as a work injury lawyer who uphold these principles. The Accident and Injury Law Office of Terry Bryant, represented byTerr[...]

A recent movement against American football has developed because of scientific evidence linking concussions and resulting long-term medical issues to injuries sustained while playing the sport. Have you ever thought about the dangers of concussions in relation to other sports? How about football’s counterpart—cheerleading? [...]

Polaris has issued a recall for the RZR recreational off-highway vehicle (ROV). This recall affects model years 2013-2016 RZR 900 and RZR 1000 ROVs. These ROVs were recalled after more than 160 consumers reported fires involving the recalled RZRs. At the time the recall was issued, 19 injuries, including multiple burn inju[...]

Whether on the job or having fun with friends, an ATV accident can do irreparable and costly bodily damage. Off-roading accidents usually occur to new or first-time users. Proper training and handling can help avoid this danger. Since most injuries, particularly head injury complications, occur to the upper body and head, we[...]

When most people hire a personal injury lawyer to handle their case, it is a common misconception that the lawyer will immediately file a lawsuit to take the client’s case to court. Filing a lawsuit is sometimes an unavoidable reality, but there are many benefits to attempting to settle a case out of court. Saving the [...]

All too often, people who are injured in an auto accident are forced to miss work. This only adds insult to injury when you have mounting expenses and lose wages at the same time. You may miss work to contact the insurance company, have an estimate performed on your vehicle, or seek medical attention. In the most severe cases[...]

The Pier 1 Imports recalled close to 276,000 outdoor swinging chairs and stands after multiple fall and injury reports. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were at least 100 separate incidents where the swinging chair either tipped over or fell from its metal stand resulting in 27 reported injuries. [...]

With the holiday season upon us, many people are focused on shopping for gifts for loved ones. Some shoppers hit the malls on the weekends, and others stop in at different stores on their way home from work. Regardless of shopping strategy, parking lots at local retailers are full of shoppers who are focused on a long list of[...]

The MVP Group has issued a recall for nearly 720,000 glass jar candles with lids that were sold at various retailers. If you believe you've been affected by this recall and need legal assistance, consider contacting a product liability lawyer or a candle recall attorney for guidance. Big Lots, Dollar General, and Family Dollar[...]

A power morcellator recall became necessary once researchers discovered its link to cancer. The device is made with a motorized blade attached to a rod, and the blade is designed to mince tissue at the treatment site – usually diseased tissue in the uterus. The rod is also made with a vacuum system that sucks up the minced ti[...]

Have you ever made the effort to childproof your home?  As a new parent, this is often a goal once your child begins to toddle around and grasp new objects. Complete childproofing is almost unattainable, but it is always important to monitor the news for new, or unthought-of, dangers. Recently, there has been a media push to [...]

Texans like to hear that there is a booming oil industry. It’s, of course, good for the state’s economy. However, it’s a different story when there is a boom in oilfield fatalities. In 2014, 142 U.S. oilfield employees died.  Seventy-one of those employees died in Texas. From 2010 to 2014, 270 of the 615 U.S. oilfield [...]