How Catastrophic Injury Settlements Are Calculated in Texas
No one ever anticipates suffering a catastrophic injury in an accident. If a severe injury does impact you due to someone else’s careless or reckless actions, however, it is important to know the true value of your personal injury claim. …
Does Texas Cap Pain and Suffering Damages in Car Accident Lawsuits?
Many states have damage cap laws that limit the amount of financial compensation a personal injury plaintiff can recover through a claim. While Texas has caps on pain and suffering damages in specific types of cases, car accidents are generally…
[New Study] The Deadliest Road Stretches in Texas
Key Takeaways: Texas is home to some of the nation’s largest and most recognizable metropolitan areas, such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, each with its own identity and culture. Years of expansion have made these cities and…
How Vicarious Liability in Texas Works
If you get hurt in an accident that should have been prevented by another person or party, you may be able to hold that party liable, or legally and financially responsible, for your injuries. Before you pursue a settlement, however,…
How to Document Catastrophic Injuries After a Car Accident
Every year, thousands of Texans visit emergency rooms seeking treatment for serious injuries sustained in automobile accidents. Car crashes are a leading cause of unintentional injuries and deaths in Texas. Sadly, individuals with catastrophic and permanent injuries often do not…
Negligent Entrustment in Texas Car Accidents
Motor vehicles are dangerous, and should be treated as such. They should not be lent or entrusted to someone incapable of handling the car with the care and prudence required. If you get hurt in a car accident caused by…
When Is a Government Entity Liable for an Austin Car Accident?
If you get into a car accident in Austin, you may assume that you can hold the individual driver who caused the crash responsible for paying for your losses. In certain situations, however, you may also be able to hold…
What Happens if You Are Hit by a Driver Without a Valid License in Austin?
It is against the law to operate a vehicle without a valid and current driver’s license in Texas. Unfortunately, many drivers break this law and drive on suspended, revoked and cancelled licenses. Others drive without ever having had a license…
How to Handle Disputed Liability in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Austin
It can be difficult to determine who is responsible for paying for medical expenses and property repairs after any car accident in Austin. After a multi-vehicle crash involving three or more drivers, liability determinations can be even more complicated. If…
When to Contact an Attorney After a Texas Car Accident Â
As a car accident victim in Texas, it can be difficult to know when you need to contact an attorney. You may wish to save money by handling your claim yourself, only to discover that an attorney would have increased…
Understanding Third-Party Liability in Texas Car Accidents
Car accidents are some of the most physically, emotionally and financially devastating incidents in Texas. A car crash can inflict severe injuries and take lives. It’s important to fully understand your rights as a car accident victim so that you…
What NOT to Do After a Car Accident
The actions that you take after getting involved in a car accident in Texas can have a major impact on the future of your claim. The best way to protect your rights is by knowing exactly what to do –…