Car Accidents

If you have suffered a shoulder injury in a collision, you may be wondering how you can make the liable party pay for their recklessness. Typically, these cases resolve outside of court through an insurance settlement. However, damages from a shoulder injury after a car accident could be considered severe enough to warrant a court …

Unfortunately, people who had an accident find that they receive ample calls from unknown persons who want to talk about their accident. For Texans, we suggest legal representation from Loncar Lyon Jenkins to handle these bothersome calls. Consider the following questions before talking to or answering any questions from unknown callers. Who Is Calling Me? …

Faulty brakes or tires or another mechanical error could have caused you to be in a car accident. In that case, yes, it is possible to sue a mechanic or repair shop for negligence in Texas. A lawyer can help you develop your case and identify the at-fault party’s error that caused the crash. From …

Whether you can get punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, when you’re hurt by a drunk driver depends on: The severity of the crash The nature of your subsequent injuries How grossly negligent or malicious the drunk driver was when they caused the crash A car accident lawyer can help you determine if you …

There are different ways you could approach obtaining traffic camera video footage of your car accident in Texas. Most traffic cameras are publicly owned, and the state will generally provide the footage when necessary. However, it could be possible to seek footage from privately-owned cameras as well. The importance of obtaining this video evidence cannot …

If the drunk driver is uninsured, recovering compensation may be more complicated. However, an uninsured drunk driver does not mean you do not have options. Our team can investigate your accident and discuss all potential options for your case. Your Options for Recovering Compensation After an Accident With an Uninsured Drunk Driver The first option …

Poor vehicle maintenance can occur in the form of malpractice or neglect, and it can trigger a vehicle malfunction. This can, in turn, lead to an accident on the highway. For this reason, an attorney may consider poor vehicle maintenance as a factor in a car crash claim.  Poor vehicle maintenance can be as simple …

If you have suffered injuries in a car accident in Texas, the police report could ultimately be essential for the claims process. However, you can file a car accident claim without a police report in Texas. In addition, the law does not require that a police report is on file before the claims process can …

Usually, the person who opened a car door in front of a bicycle, motorcycle, pedestrian, or another vehicle is liable for the property damage and injuries the other person suffered. However, there are some exceptions. Let’s explore further who is at fault when an open car door is hit. The General Rules for Opening a …

If you are wondering what surveillance can be used in car accident cases, there are two possibilities. First, you might be able to use footage from traffic cameras, surveillance cameras, cell phones, etc., as evidence to help prove who caused the collision. Second, the insurance company might use surveillance on you when they investigate the …

Responsible drivers know to exchange insurance information after getting into an accident. When we call to make our insurance claim, a little voice inside of us may say, “Tell them everything!” But stop right there; don’t tell them everything.  If you’re ready to file your car accident claim, remember that loose lips sink ships. This …

Calculating the average settlement for shoulder injuries following an auto accident is difficult because every shoulder injury case is unique. What one client receives in compensation can be drastically different than what another client gets. The type and severity of injuries, economic and non-economic damages, and other factors vary from case to case. Your auto …

With more and more people using rideshare services, someone who gets hurt in a rideshare accident will face additional steps to file a claim that a person in a collision in their vehicle will not. It is difficult to know what to do if you get injured in an ordinary automobile accident. Still, if the …

Failure to report a car accident in Texas could result in the suspension of your driver’s license. However, this is not necessarily the case for every type of car crash. There are only certain situations in which you are required by law to report a wreck in Texas.  With that being said, reporting your motor …

Like every other state, Texas requires motorists to maintain a minimum level of liability insurance to lawfully operate a motor vehicle. This insurance exists to protect other drivers if you are ultimately responsible for an accident. When other drivers fail to carry the appropriate amount of insurance, you might be forced to deal with your …

If you do not know who caused your car accident, contact the police. They can secure the scene and collect evidence to determine liability. Authorities can also investigate a hit and run case and help you identify the liable party. Here, we answer the question, “What if I don’t know who caused my car accident?” …

It is hard to determine an average settlement for a headache due to the numerous factors involved in the accident. For instance, a settlement for a mild concussion could be $15,000 to $30,000. However, a settlement for a severe traumatic brain injury could be more than $100,000. Remember that treatment for the injury is just …

If you are involved in a drunk driving accident, the at-fault party’s insurance will pay for your injuries and related damages. According to the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), damages may include medical costs, lost pay, pain and suffering, and property damage, among others. The insurance company may pay up to 100 percent of your …

Texas is a diminished value state, so you are entitled to diminish your car’s value if you have been in a car accident. However, to file a diminished value claim, the other driver or party must be at fault for the car accident. If you are the victim of a car crash, you will first …

The party that is liable for damages in a ridesharing accident depends on one main factor: whether the rideshare driver was logged into their rideshare app account. If the driver is at fault for the accident and logged into the rideshare app, the company could be liable for damages. However, victims can file claims under the …