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How Much Should I Settle For in a Rear End Accident in Texas?

How much you should settle for after a rear-end collision in Texas will depend on your damages. Your financial settlement should cover both your current losses and future losses. Our firm can determine how much you should settle for after your accident.

You generally have one chance to seek money for a rear-end car accident. It is important that you put forth the strongest case possible, and a personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you do that. If you have any additional questions about rear-end accidents or seeking fair compensation, our team is available via phone call.

What Damages Will We Consider When Pursuing a Settlement?

As we prepare to negotiate your settlement, we will consider:

Your Medical Costs

Emergency treatment, hospitalization, surgery, medications, rehabilitation, doctors’ appointments, and other accident-related medical expenses may entitle you to compensation. Future medical expenses are an important factor in any rear-end collision case. We will work with experts to determine the total cost of your existing and future medical care.

Healthcare costs can be among the most expensive damages for rear-end accident victims. Personal injury claims allow our firm to pursue compensation that covers such costly damages.

Your Vehicle Repairs

The Universal Technical Institute (UTI) explains that a rear-end crash may cause damage to a vehicle’s frame and suspension. These can be costly property damages, and the at-fault driver (or other liable parties) may pay for those repairs.

Your Professional Life

If injuries from your rear-end accident in Texas prevent you from working, you may suffer financially. You may lose:

  • Income
  • Potential promotions
  • Retirement benefits
  • Earning power
  • Your status with your current employer

Being unable to work may also cause non-economic damages, such as the loss of enjoyment and identity you get from your job. If you are unable to work indefinitely, we’ll factor future professional damages into your case.

Your Pain and Suffering

You may receive compensation for non-economic damages that qualify as pain and suffering. Any traumatic memories, nightmares, psychological conditions, emotional distress, physical pain, and other forms of pain and suffering may entitle you to compensation.

A personal injury lawyer from our team will value all your losses and seek maximum compensation for your rear-end collision in Texas.

Will Insurance Cover Losses from Your Rear-End Accident?

Insurance may cover losses from your accident. The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) explains that motorists must prove they can cover the cost of any accident they cause. Texas is an at-fault state, meaning that the motorist at fault for the accident generally covers the losses they cause.

Our team will review your insurance policy and the policy of the at-fault driver who caused your accident. The rear driver is generally at fault in a rear-end collision.

Due to Texas’s at-fault insurance status, the driver who rear-ended you may cover your losses through their insurance. If their insurance does https://loncarlyonjenkins.com/dallas-tx-lawyer-services-auto-accident/locations/lawyer/not cover your losses, we may pursue additional coverage through a lawsuit.

How Do We Determine the Cost of Your Rear-End Accident in Texas?

The cost of your rear-end accident may determine whether we file a lawsuit. We will gauge the value of your rear-end accident by:

  •  Speaking with your doctors about your medical care (current and future)
  • Obtaining your income statements to see how much compensation you have lost (and are likely to lose going forward)
  • Reviewing repair costs for your vehicle and any other property damages resulting from your accident
  • Speaking with mental health professionals about your trauma

We will take any other necessary steps to evaluate the cost of your case.

Should You Get Legal Help for a Rear-end Accident in Texas?

You should generally get legal help for any motor vehicle accident case. Following your accident, a lawyer from our team will: 

  • Help you arrange medical care
  • Help you secure temporary transportation
  • Help you with any other appointments
  • Contact insurance companies
  • Contact the attorney for at-fault parties
  • Negotiate a settlement
  • Take your case to court, if necessary

 Having a car accident lawyer from our firm handle these responsibilities means you do not have to worry about them. Your experienced car accident attorney from Loncar Lyon Jenkins will rely on their training, experience, and ample in-firm resources to fight for the financial recovery you deserve.

You Should Focus on Recovery After Your Rear-End Accident in Texas

Injuries caused by your rear-end accident require your full attention. Whether you have whiplash, broken bones, internal trauma, or any other injuries, our firm will handle your legal and insurance needs so you can: 

  • Consult with your doctors as frequently as necessary
  • Receive treatment
  • Rest
  • Rehabilitate your injuries

 While you focus on your health, our team will oversee your claim or lawsuit.

What Our Lawyers Can Do After Your Rear-End Accident

Our firm will pursue the coverage that you deserve after your rear-end accident. We will deal with other parties involved in your case, including but not limited to attorneys and insurance companies.

You can expect our firm to:

 Determine the total cost of your rear-end accident: We identify your losses and determine the value of each loss.

  • File your case according to all legal deadlines: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003 may limit our window for filing your rear-end accident case. Our team will create and file all case-related documents, including your insurance claim or lawsuit.
  • Lead settlement negotiations: Settlement negotiations may produce the financial recovery you deserve. Our team will lead these talks for you.
  • Handle any necessary trial: Our firm prepares as if your case will go to trial. If settlement negotiations are unsuccessful, we will be ready to go to court. 

Our firm will represent you throughout the entirety of your case.

Call Loncar Lyon Jenkins Today for a Free Consultation

Call in the Strong Arm to help after your rear-end accident in Texas. Loncar Lyon Jenkins will negotiate with insurance companies and attorneys for the award you deserve.

We can help whether you were in a rear-end accident or are acting on behalf of an injured or deceased loved one. Call Loncar Lyon Jenkins today for your free consultation.

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Born in Terrell, Texas, Attorney Ted Lyon, a partner of Loncar Lyon Jenkins, attended East texas State University, now Texas A&M at Commerce, where he obtained his undergraduate degree in political science. Working as a police officer, Attorney Lyon paid his way through undergraduate school, followed by attendance at the Southern Methodist University School of Law. Learn More

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