Personal Injury Claims
So, what exactly is a personal injury? These are injuries that you likely wouldn’t have suffered if another person had been careful to avoid harming you. Unsure of where your claim falls when it comes to personal injury? The following list describes some of the more common types of personal injury claims we see:
Automotive Accidents
When a collision involving a car accident, motorcycle, or truck injures you, you may need help communicating with your insurance company to get the settlement you need. If insurance is not willing to help you, it might be time to escalate your claim further:
Negligence
Whether you were involved in an accident that made you end up in the hospital or you are a victim of doctor negligence, you are entitled to compensations for your injuries or injuries a loved one endured.
Premise Liability
Premises liability may range from things from “injuries caused by a variety of hazardous conditions, including open excavations, uneven pavement, standing water, crumbling curbs, wet floors, uncleared snow, icy walks, falling objects, inadequate security, insufficient lighting, concealed holes, improperly secured mats, or defects in chairs or benches”. Premises liability law is the body of law which makes the person who is in possession of land or premises responsible for certain injuries suffered by persons who are present on the premises. ((Larson, Aaron (17 January 2015). “Premises Liability Law”. ExpertLaw.com. Retrieved 24 August 2017.))
Other Personal Injury Claim Types
While auto accidents are perhaps the greatest cause of injury in Texas, they are by no means the only one. Other causes of injury, which may warrant a personal injury claim, include:
- Pedestrian accidents | Bicycle accidents | Defective products
How Our Personal Injury Lawyers Can Assist You
- Our lawyers can take the pressure off you while you focus on healing. In a personal injury case, a lawyer can handle every aspect of your claim, from gathering evidence and managing any communications, to negotiating a settlement and representing you in court. Regardless of what your claim needs, our lawyers can help.
- Our lawyers help by investigating your accident and pulling together evidence to back up your claim. Everything from medical records to expert analysis may be involved. Regardless of what your claim needs, our lawyers can fight to get it all.
- We will help manage any communications surrounding your claim. During a personal injury claim, you may be contacted by third-parties, authorities, insurance companies, and many others. This can be overwhelming, but we can act as an intermediary, allowing you to relax and recover knowing that a professional is protecting your interests.
- We will also assist with negotiations over compensation. In some injury cases, those responsible for your injuries may be willing to settle – but for as little money as they can get away with. You need an attorney who will to fight for what you really deserve. Negotiations can be very complex and very involved, so it’s important to have a seasoned negotiator on your side who knows the process. A lawyer can provide the negotiation skills and strength that your claim needs.
- One final way that we can take the pressure off you is by handling any courtroom work related to your claim. In some cases, a claim may need to go to court to secure appropriate compensation. Our lawyers know what the process involves and can take care of any court filings, arguments, and legal strategy that your claim needs. A court case can be a stressful experience, but our attorneys can bear that burden for you.
Questions You Might Have
Why Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?
After an injury or accident, filing a personal injury claim may seem unnecessary. However, getting the compensation you deserve might be more difficult than you assume. Insurance companies may deny your claim, and medical bills can pile up. Without appropriate legal representation, you may be stuck with costs that you cannot afford. This is where a personal injury attorney can help.
How Much Compensation Will I Receive?
The easiest damages to calculate the value of will be your economic damages. This category includes any financial losses you’ve suffered because of your accident—both current and future. Include your medical expenses, lost wages, any property damage, and any other economic costs tied to your injuries. These damages are usually determined by adding the costs together and estimating future expenses.
Noneconomic damages, on the other hand, are paid for intangible losses. These losses included mental anguish, as well as physical pain and suffering. If the injury has resulted in severe impairment, family members may even recover damages for loss of companionship.
