Personal Injury

Whether you are presenting an informal statement or an affidavit, here are the top five things you should not include in your written statement: Do not use offensive language or make any statements that could be considered libel.  Do not make any statements that you cannot back up with facts or evidence. Do not make …

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 97.9 million Americans visited the emergency department for personal injuries in 2018. These were the most common examples of personal injury lawsuits: Car accidents Medical malpractice Slips and falls Injuries sustained at work Product liability Assault Wrongful death When your injuries result from another person’s …

It is difficult to put a monetary value on non-economic losses like pain and suffering; such a process is subjective to each accident and related injuries. There are generally two common methods that personal injury lawyers use to determine the extent of pain and suffering damages. The multiplier method The “per diem” (the daily rate) …

The most important aspects of a personal injury trial are the pieces of evidence your personal injury attorney uses. They do this to prove the other party’s negligence and demonstrate the pain and suffering you experienced because of your injury. Your Case Would Only Get to Trial if You File a Lawsuit It’s common for …

Accidents that may lead to paralysis can happen from driving, playing sports, or falling from great heights. Victims of these accidents often suffer broken limbs, lacerations, brain injuries, and paralysis. Paralysis affects every aspect of your life, costs copious amounts of money in medical bills, and affects your mental well-being. If you believe that your …

Personal injury covers a broad area, including injuries, defamation, and mental anguish. From car accidents to slips and falls, it’s in your best interest to partner with professionals that can help guide you through a personal injury lawsuit. Here, we’ll cover what a personal injury is and what you can expect for compensation. Are Personal …

Amputations can cause physical, mental, and emotional damage that can last a lifetime. If you or a loved one has experienced an amputation due to negligence, you may be entitled to compensation.  Texas personal injury laws enable you to file a personal injury claim to seek reimbursement for your life-long injury, so long as you …

In Texas, personal injuries are damages to either the mind or body that another person or party causes. Examples of personal injury cases may include: Vehicle accidents Animal attacks (such as dog bites) Product malfunction Slip and fall accidents Personal Injury and Negligence Across the state of Texas, citizens are injured on a daily basis. …

When you have suffered serious injury or illness due to the negligent actions of another, you may be ready to take action against the liable party. Bringing your case to civil court may be one of the best ways to recover maximum compensation for your damages. If you hope to win your case, presenting powerful …

How often you should hear from your attorney will depend on the specifics of your case, but it is typically every few weeks. If a lot is happening with your health or your case is continually changing, you should contact your attorney more frequently. You should never feel like you can’t contact your attorney to …

A personal injury claim going to court depends on your type of case, your injuries, and the impact of your injuries on your life. Car accidents most commonly cause personal injuries, but workplace, motorcycle, truck, and sporting accidents are also common when seeking compensation for a personal injury.  Injuries from accidents can range from mild …

Yes, personal injury is a form of civil law. Personal injuries involve another individual hurting you on purpose or by accident. These situations would be civil cases due to the nature of relations between the two parties. In personal injury cases, a specific person sues another, unlike criminal law cases where the government is responsible …

If you or a loved one has been in an accident, filing a personal injury claim is an important step toward financial and emotional recovery. Managing a personal injury claim, whether it be independently or with an attorney, can be a long and stressful process. However, equipping yourself with the right information is the first …

An important aspect of any attorney/client relationship is communication. If your lawyer is not keeping you informed about what is going on in your case, you have the right to fire them and hire a new attorney. If your accident and injuries are severe enough, you may wish to take it a step further by …

After getting hurt, you can prove soft-tissue damage by establishing: Duty of care. Another party had an obligation to act with reasonable prudence. For instance, property owners must keep their premises free of hazards. Breach of duty. The other party violated their duty of care. Going back to the previous example, perhaps a property owner …

It can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to get a personal injury check. Some cases are straightforward and can be resolved quickly, while others are more complex and take more time. If you were injured or lost a loved one because of another party’s careless or reckless behavior, you may …

If you meet all four elements of negligence, you are likely to recover compensation through your lawsuit. A person’s status as an Uber driver does not protect them from a personal injury lawsuit. The at-fault party is just as liable for their own negligence as they would be if they were not a rideshare driver. …

The kinds of video footage you can legally use as evidence in Texas include those from: Traffic light cameras Business or residential surveillance cameras Dash cams Video footage of an accident can be powerful in a personal injury case, as it can verify or back up that your claim is true. Evidence such as video …

If you are looking to maximize your personal injury settlement, you are going to need to keep a record of all the medical care you received as well as any monetary losses you suffered because of your accident. Whether you are looking to recover a settlement from the insurance company or the court, there are …

It is difficult to state what the average settlement for a bulging disk is. Settlement figures are often private. Therefore, there is no clear way to know what the typical settlement range is. As someone with a bulging disk, you do not need to know average settlement figures. What matters most are your personal losses …