Houston Car Accident Lawyer

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) states that a person is injured in a motor vehicle accident in Texas every two minutes and six seconds. According to the TxDOT’s 2018 Crashes and Injuries data, there were 190 fatal crashes and 198 fatalities in Houston, as well as 1,042 suspected serious injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. Houstonians navigate a sprawling city and may be victim to another motorist’s negligence at any time, and sometimes life-altering or fatal injuries result.

You or your loved one may have been the victim of a negligent driver and possibly other negligent parties. If so, you can call our team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins today at (800) 777-7777 to learn more about how a Houston car accident lawyer may represent you in a case for compensation.

Houston’s Roads Are Exceptionally Risky

USA Today lists Houston as one of the top 40 cities with the “riskiest roads” in the United States. The article cites the city’s rate of nine traffic deaths per 100,000 people as one of the reasons why Houston drivers may find driving through the city perilous.

Some of the issues that plague Houston’s roadways include:

An upward trend in the overall number of traffic deaths in spite of counteractive measures by public officials and law enforcement officers, according to the Houston Chronicle
The presence of congested, dangerous intersections that pose an abnormally high risk of harm to motorists and pedestrians, as reported by CBS affiliate KHOU 11
Houston’s status as the fourth largest city in all of the United States, as ranked by the United States Census Bureau, which virtually guarantees that roadways will be in a perpetual state of congestion
Damage to Houston’s roads caused by continuous heavy traffic, such as potholes and fissures, as reported by the Houston Chronicle

In a city of Houston’s size and population, drivers may struggle to share the road with other vehicles and pedestrians, so accidents are bound to happen. The nature of Houston’s congested roadways makes it even more important that motorists engage in conscientious, cautious driving habits.

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Human Behaviors Often Cause Accidents

As much as road conditions and traffic congestion play a role in collisions, drivers have a responsibility to act in ways that minimize the risk of causing an accident to the greatest possible extent.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) concluded that:

Drivers may be responsible for as many as 94 percent of accidents.
Vehicle failure accounts for about 2 percent of accidents.
Environmental factors account for 2 percent of accidents.

These statistics indicate that if you or your loved one was in an accident in Houston, it may be possible that at least one driver is responsible for your losses. The NHTSA’s National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey provides an extensive list of driver behaviors known for causing accidents. These causes include:

Taking a turn at an unsafe speed
Tailgating, or following too closely behind another vehicle
Failing to control the vehicle in a safe way, which may include overcorrecting, panicking, and failing to drive the car in the proper direction
Making dangerous or illegal moves
Driving aggressively
Not driving defensively
Failing to maintain proper attention to the road
Being distracted by factors inside or outside of the vehicle

In addition to these behaviors, decisions such as driving while drunk or under the influence of drugs may have put you at risk of injury and may qualify as negligence in Houston’s civil justice system.

If you believe that you or your loved one was the victim of a negligent driver, you may choose to get a Houston car accident lawyer and find out more about your legal options for pursuing compensation. Call our team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins today at (800) 777-7777 for a free case review.

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You May Have Grounds to Sue One or More Parties

It is difficult to generalize about car accident lawsuits, as every accident and every accident’s fallout is one-of-a-kind. If you would like legal assistance to prepare for your car accident lawsuit based on the details of your case, you may enlist a car accident lawyer’s services. A lawyer may:

Listen to your account of events
Review any evidence that you provide them
Provide their opinion about who might be held liable for your losses (it could be more than just the driver of another vehicle)
Explain to you the next steps in launching a lawsuit, should you choose to do so

What a Car Accident Attorney Can Do

If you do want to continue with a lawsuit, either for yourself or on behalf of a loved one, your lawyer may:

Take the initial steps in drafting and filing your lawsuit
Search for evidence beyond what you provide to them, with possible assistance from professional investigators
Prepare their argument for why the defendant(s) in your case were negligent and how their negligence caused your injuries
Calculate your total losses, document the losses, and request in written and oral formats that you be granted compensation for your losses
Negotiate a settlement or argue your case at trial

A lawyer may also defend you from anybody who would try to violate your rights or attempt to dissuade you from pursuing compensation.

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Forms of Compensation You Could Seek in a Car Accident Claim or Lawsuit

If your lawyer is successful at trial or in settlement negotiations, you may receive awards to cover:

Accident-related medical costs
Pain and suffering
Lost income
Any death-related losses if your case is a wrongful death lawsuit

You may be experiencing difficulty in several corners of your life if you or a loved one suffered a serious injury or death. A lawyer may take on your legal fight so that you do not have to seek compensation on your own.

Why Choose Loncar Lyon Jenkins for Your Case in Houston?

At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our lawyers take pride in the fact that we have represented several thousand clients across Texas. We pair the resources of a large firm with personalized attention to each case.

Here are some of the top reasons to choose our attorneys for your car accident case:

We will travel to you if you can’t come to us. We know that your injuries could be preventing you from leaving your home or hospital. We will come to you to learn more about your situation and explain how we can help.
We work based on contingency fees. Our attorneys require no upfront payment when we begin your case—no hourly rates, retainers, or other out-of-pocket costs. We only receive payment if we win results for you.
We know Houston, TX. Our roots in Houston go deep. Using our local knowledge and resources, our attorneys are prepared to gather compelling evidence to make your case and help you navigate the Houston court system.
We’re ready to take your call, day or night. Whether you were just in an accident in the middle of the night or you need to make a late call in between work shifts, we’re standing by. We will offer you a consultation for free.

Testimonials from Past Car Accident Clients

Here’s what some of our past clients had to say about working with our team:

“I truly enjoyed working with Loncar and Associates! They were professional, responsive, and definitely got the ball rolling with my case when my insurance continued to drag their feet. I was able to receive physical therapy, an MRI and x-ray at no cost thanks to Loncar. I was also very pleased with the outcome of my case.” —Nella D.
“Brett was outstanding in fighting for me during my case for a wreck I was involved in. I received the max payout from the insurance company. Brett made sure I didn’t have an overwhelming amount of attorney fees. What stood out to me how understanding, helpful, patient, and responsive Myra was. She is the best. I literally called every week, sometimes twice a day, but she never showed her irritation… I highly recommend this firm and especially Brett and Myra. Thank you again guys.” —Ambrasha M.

What You Can Do to Prepare Your Car Accident Case

The aftermath of a crash can be overwhelming for car accident victims—yet, taking a few simple steps can go a long way in protecting your right to compensation. Consider these tips for the days and weeks after your crash:

Get All the Medical Care You Need

It’s no secret that insurance companies may try to limit your payout if at all possible, and often, they look to your evidence of injury to do so. To ensure a solid case for compensation, get medical care as soon after the crash as possible, then continue getting all the care you need. This will:

Document that your injury was related to the accident
Prove the seriousness of your injuries
Show your prognosis and expected future treatments

Don’t Make a Recorded Statement

Some insurers will contact you and ask for a recorded statement about the accident. Decline to do so, as this is often an attempt to record information that could be used against you.

You can tell an insurer that they can speak to your lawyer.

Get a Free Case Review

If you call our team for a free case review, we are prepared to tell you more about your options for seeking compensation and your next steps. You can get all of your questions about your case answered—at no cost or obligation.

Call Loncar Lyon Jenkins Today

The team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins may answer your questions and lead any lawsuit that you or your loved one chooses to pursue. Call our team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins today at (800) 777-7777 to learn more about how a Houston car accident lawyer may be able to help you as you focus on recovery.

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