Were you or a loved one in an accident caused by an unsafe lane change in McAllen, Texas? Loncar Lyon Jenkins wants to help. A McAllen accident caused by unsafe lane change lawyer can investigate your claim, build your case, and potentially negotiate a settlement on your behalf. Give us a call at 877-239-4878 for a free case evaluation.
Drivers Must Use Turn Signals and Check for Traffic Before Changing Lanes
According to a study conducted by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), most lane change accidents occur when a driver accidentally sideswipes the vehicle next to them when trying to merge into another lane.
Still, what does it mean to change lanes safely? To make a safe lane change, a driver should use their turn signal, check for traffic in the lane they wish to enter, and wait until the lane is clear before moving over.
In Texas, safely changing lanes is not just the courteous thing to do. It is also the legal thing to do. According to the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 545.060, a driver cannot change lanes “unless that movement can be made safely.” Violating that law puts the driver and everyone around them at risk of injury or death.
After a lane change accident, you might be scared, confused about your rights, or just angry. This is all normal. Just remember that you do not have to fight for your rights alone. Call Loncar Lyon Jenkins at 877-239-4878 and put your case in the hands of a McAllen accident caused by unsafe lane change lawyer.
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Your Injuries May Entitle You to Compensation
If you were the one injured in the car accident, you may file a personal injury lawsuit. If you lost a loved one in the accident, you may file a wrongful death lawsuit, whether you yourself were involved in the accident or not. In each type of lawsuit, you can ask for compensation for specific damages and expenses.
Compensation in Personal Injury Cases
Compensation is generally divided into two main categories: economic damages and noneconomic damages. The former will compensate you for monetary losses, and the latter will compensate you for physical or mental losses. Many of the damages that apply to personal injury cases can also apply to wrongful death cases.
For a personal injury case, you may receive compensation for:
- Medical costs: You had to get treatment for your injuries, such as surgery, medication, or physical therapy.
- Reduced quality of life: You will never be as physically or mentally healthy as you were before the crash, impacting your job, home life, and so on.
- Pain and suffering: You experienced mental or physical pain because of the accident or your injuries.
Compensation in Wrongful Death Cases
Economic and noneconomic damages also apply in wrongful death lawsuits. The following are some examples of damages that apply only to wrongful death cases:
- Funeral costs: You had to pay for a funeral service, burial, or cremation.
- Loss of financial support: You were financially dependent on your loved one, and their death has made it more difficult for you to pay your bills.
- Loss of society or companionship: You relied on your loved one for affection, guidance, and other emotional needs.
What Loncar Lyon Jenkins Can Do for You
The first step our legal team will take is to assess your case. We can do this during a free consultation over the phone. If you have a case, we can advise you on your legal options and strategize a plan of action to pursue compensation for your damages.
From there, your case may progress like this:
We Gather Evidence
You cannot collect damages if you cannot prove that the accident caused your injuries and losses. Loncar Lyon Jenkins may investigate your accident to gather evidence to support your claims. Supporting evidence might include medical records, witness statements, and the police report.
We File Your Lawsuit
We will notify all relevant parties about your lawsuit and schedule a court hearing if necessary. You do not have to concern yourself with any paperwork, as we can fulfill these duties on your behalf.
We Negotiate for Compensation
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) requires most drivers to buy some type of car insurance. That way, if they ever cause an accident, that driver will be able to pay for damages. When you sue a driver, you probably will not deal with them directly. Instead, you may have to talk and negotiate with a representative from their insurance company.
Insurance companies generally prefer to settle lawsuits out of court. This is good for you, too, because settlements do not take as long as trials, and you could get your money faster. However, the insurance company’s ultimate goal is to save as much money as possible, even if that means paying you less than what you need and are entitled to collect.
Loncar Lyon Jenkins has almost 30 years of experience negotiating with big insurance companies on behalf of our clients. We will be assertive in our fight for your compensation. If tough negotiation is not enough to convince the insurance company to offer a fair settlement, we are more than willing to represent you in court.
We Go to Trial
Just like during the negotiating phase, you do not have to worry about facing the insurance company or arguing on your own behalf. At trial, we can take care of legal matters, such as submitting documentary evidence, examining and cross-examining witnesses, and delivering hard-hitting oral arguments. We will fight just as hard in a courtroom as we did at the negotiating table.
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Call in the Strong Arm and Have Loncar Lyon Jenkins Work on Your Case
You do not have to seek compensation on your own. Call in the Strong Arm. A McAllen accident caused by unsafe lane change lawyer from Loncar Lyon Jenkins can protect your rights and fight for the money you need. Contact our office at 877-239-4878 to get the ball rolling as soon as possible.