Those who were involved in passenger vehicle accidents can be recovering from significant injuries. If you are trying to rebuild your health and even your finances in the wake of your accident, a lawyer can help you with the process of seeking compensation.
A Plano passenger vehicle accident lawyer can help fight for you through every step of your case. Call a representative from Loncar Lyon Jenkins to learn how we may be able to help. Contact us today for a free case review at (877) 239-4878.
Passenger Vehicle Accidents Can Lead to Significant Injuries and Losses
If you were in a passenger vehicle when you were struck by a commercial vehicle, your accident might have been especially severe. Due to the larger size of some commercial vehicles, such as semi-trucks, construction trucks, or other commercial vehicles, you could be facing serious damage to your property and health. If the accident took place on a highway, the high speeds involved in these types of accidents could have added to an already catastrophic scenario.
In the event that you were a passenger who was struck by another kind of commercial driver, such as an Uber or a Lyft driver, you may still be facing a number of injuries and costs.
Forms of injuries that you could be facing include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Whiplash
- Broken bones
- Lacerations
- Internal bleeding or organ damage
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
If you suffered from any of the above or other injuries after an accident, you might be able to seek compensation from the other driver or through the insurance company of the driver’s employer. These injuries could have required a range of medical attention, from diagnostic testing to ongoing physical therapy. You may even require future care if the injury was particularly severe.
For a free legal consultation with a passenger vehicle accidents lawyer serving Plano, call 877-239-4878
How a Lawyer Can Help You Strengthen Your Case
You may be able to seek compensation for your past, present, and future medical expenses. A lawyer can help you evaluate these losses and can tell you how much you may be able to seek through an insurance settlement or a lawsuit.
Seeking compensation for your injuries after an accident can help you address the challenges you may be facing. However, filing an insurance claim or a lawsuit when a commercial driver was at fault can entail more complicated legal and financial details.
You do not have to handle the paperwork, negotiation, and communication with a large company on your own. A Plano passenger accident lawyer can help you from the start to finish of your case. Contact a representative from Loncar Lyon Jenkins to learn more about how we can help.
Determining Liability in Your Case
If the driver who hit you was employed at the time of your accident, their employer and their employer’s insurance carrier might be liable for your compensation. For instance, if the driver was a semi-truck driver working for a company and they committed some form of carelessness, recklessness, or negligence that led to your accident, the company of the driver may be found to be at fault.
Regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) determine how many hours drivers may be on the roads during certain periods of time. For instance, a driver hauling property may not drive more than 11 hours after 10 consecutive off-duty hours. If the driver or a company failed to comply with such regulations—and this negligence led to your accident—the company may be at fault.
Rideshare Accidents
Cases of accidents with Uber and Lyft drivers may work differently. It can be challenging to directly sue Uber and Lyft for a driver’s negligence, as their drivers are not technically considered to be employees of the company.
In the event of an accident with a rideshare driver, the company’s insurance policy provides liability coverage when the driver is carrying a passenger. Still, your options to file a lawsuit against a rideshare company could be limited. A lawyer can help you identify who was at fault for your accident and who should be pursued for a personal injury claim or lawsuit.
Communicating with the Insurance Company
When you seek compensation for your accident, you know that your injuries were serious. However, an insurance company will require proof of what happened in your accident, how you were harmed, and proof that their client was responsible for your injuries.
A lawyer can help you communicate with the insurance companies and demonstrate that the other driver was negligent and that you are entitled to seek compensation.
A lawyer will evaluate your case value and will handle the process of communicating with the insurance companies on your behalf. If the insurance company does not want to agree to a just settlement during negotiations, your lawyer may advise that you pursue a lawsuit. In this case, they can represent you in a trial.
Ensuring Your Case Is on Track
When you work with a lawyer, they will tell you about any relevant deadlines or local laws that may affect your case. They can also ensure that your case is on track to meet those deadlines or comply with those laws.
For instance, the statute of limitations restricts the amount of time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit. In Texas, you have two years to begin the process, according to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code §16.003.
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You do not have to feel alone in seeking compensation after an accident. You can work with a lawyer who will fight for your rights through every step of your case.
A Plano passenger vehicle accident lawyer may be able to help. Speak with a team member from Loncar Lyon Jenkins to learn more about how we can serve accident victims. Call us today at (877) 239-4878.
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