If all drivers were safe, prudent and responsible, thousands of lives would be saved every year. Unfortunately, drivers and other parties, such as employers, are often negligent and reckless, which leads to many preventable automobile accidents. Often, someone is injured through no fault of their own. In times like these, it’s important to have experienced attorneys with a proven track record of results representing you.
If you or a loved one was in an auto accident in Austin, contact the Austin car accident lawyers at the Texas Law Guns, Injury & Accident Lawyers right away to discuss your rights. You may be able to file a claim against a driver and/or other parties in pursuit of a financial award. Our Austin car accident attorneys can help you pursue justice and fair compensation.
After a car accident, you want a personal injury law firm that fights to win. At Texas Law Guns, Injury and Accident Lawyers, we don’t settle for what the insurance company wants to pay – we fight for what our clients are actually owed, and our record proves it.
When the insurance company has lawyers working against you from day one, you need a proven and dedicated legal team in your corner. Let that be us. Call us today for a free consultation: we’re available 24/7!
Car accidents are a leading cause of accidental injuries and death in Austin and across the state. In minor accidents, motor vehicle occupants can often walk away from the traffic collision without serious injuries. Unfortunately, other accidents can cause severe and sometimes devastating injuries.
If you have been injured in an automobile collision, you know that post-accident matters can be complex, and recovering fair compensation for your losses is often a challenging process. Insurance companies are notoriously difficult to negotiate with because they want to pay as little as possible for their claims. Recovering monetary compensation is even more challenging when the responsible party disputes liability.
When injuries are temporarily or permanently disabling, missed work and lost income can make matters more stressful for you and your family. Answering calls from insurance adjusters, calculating your total losses, handling medical appointments and bills, and negotiating a settlement agreement can be difficult when you’re trying to recover from your injuries.
You do not have to negotiate a car accident insurance settlement or handle a personal injury lawsuit alone. Hire a lawyer for an experienced professional’s advice and assistance. An Austin car accident lawyer can represent you during conversations and negotiations with an insurance claims adjuster, improving your chances of securing positive results.
If a settlement does not work, your personal injury lawyer can take the defendant to trial in Travis County. A trial could force the defendant to pay fair compensation for your damages. The defendant may have to pay for your legal fees and court costs as part of a judgment. While it can benefit you to contact an attorney after any auto accident in Austin, it is especially important to obtain legal advice if your case involves catastrophic injuries, a crime (i.e., a hit-and-run accident), wrongful death, or insurance bad faith.
Our personal injury attorneys serve all of the communities in and around Austin, including:
No matter where you are at, we can help you. Reach out to our law firm today.
Texas operates under an at-fault system, meaning the driver responsible for causing an accident is also responsible for paying the resulting damages. That puts the burden of proof squarely on you to establish the other driver’s negligence.
Unlike no-fault states, where each driver turns to their own insurance after an auto accident, Texas gives injured drivers more options. You can file a claim directly against the at-fault driver’s insurance company, or file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver in court.
Texas law requires drivers to carry at least $30,000 of coverage for injuries per person, up to $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. These figures are known as 30/60/25 coverage. If you’ve been in a serious accident, that may not be enough. For example, a single surgery can exceed $30,000, and two injured passengers must split that $60,000 cap between them. Many crashes leave accident victims facing losses that far exceed what the at-fault driver’s policy will cover.
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule. This means that you can recover damages only if you’re 51% or less at fault for the accident. If you’re partially responsible, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If your responsibility is 51% or more, you can’t recover any damages. Insurance companies know this rule all too well and will look for any opportunity to assign fault to you to reduce what they pay.
In Texas, most car accident lawsuits must be filed within two years of the date of the crash. Missing that deadline almost always means losing your right to compensation permanently, so speak to an Austin car accident lawyer as soon as possible.
Under Texas Transportation Code Section 550.026, any driver involved in an accident must immediately report it to the local police department if it occurred within a municipality, or to the local sheriff’s office if it occurred outside one, provided the crash resulted in injury or damage.
After an accident, taking the following steps can help you preserve evidence and protect your personal injury claim:
Most car accidents are caused by human error, such as distracted driving, failing to observe a stop sign, or turning in front of an oncoming vehicle. In a personal injury claim, the claimant generally sets forth evidence that proves the defendant’s negligence caused the car accident.
Texas is a fault-based car accident state, which means that the person whose negligence caused the accident is responsible for the resulting injuries and damages
In some cases, the accident fault is uncontested, and the claimant only has to prove the losses that he or she suffered as a result of the accident. When liability is contested, however, the following specific elements must be satisfied to prove that the defendant’s conduct amounted to negligence:
The answer depends on how the accident happened and who was involved. In Texas, liability can extend beyond the driver who hit you, and identifying every responsible party is one of the most important things we do when building your claim.
Depending on the circumstances, potential defendants may include:
Liability in car accident cases isn’t always obvious. We investigate every angle of your claim to make sure every responsible party is held accountable, and every available source of compensation is pursued.
When you’re injured in a car accident, Texas law entitles you to seek compensation for every loss tied to that injury. Insurance companies will try to settle your claim for as little as possible and as fast as possible, before you know the full extent of what you are owed. Here is what you may be entitled to recover.
The insurance company has one goal: to pay you as little as possible. We have one goal: to recover every dollar you are owed. Call Texas Law Guns, Injury and Accident Lawyers today for a free consultation. You pay nothing unless we win.
Like drivers, passengers in Texas motor vehicle accidents can hold the at-fault driver responsible for their injuries and other damages. However, drivers typically have their compensation reduced in proportion to their share of fault and can’t sue at all if they carry over 50% of the blame.
With passengers, it’s possible to recover 100% of your damages if you didn’t contribute to the crash. Depending on the circumstances of the accident, you may be entitled to compensation from:
We offer free case evaluations and can help you determine which option is best for your case. Get started by calling us today.
Although all drivers in Texas are required to carry car insurance, some don’t. Many individuals believe they can’t afford it, while others have their licenses suspended and aren’t even allowed to drive.
You can purchase coverage called uninsured or underinsured motorist benefits, which will cover your medical expenses and other damages if you get into an accident with an uninsured driver. Unless you have this coverage, you have limited financial options.
You could sue the at-fault driver, but even if you win, that driver may still not have enough assets to pay you. It may be possible to sue a third-party responsible for the accident, such as the manufacturer of defective car parts, but this option doesn’t apply to all auto accidents. Our Austin car accident lawyers will examine all possible avenues for your financial recovery.
If the at-fault driver is identified, you can file a claim with the other driver’s insurance company. Fortunately, you aren’t out of luck if the driver can’t be located. You can make a claim against your uninsured motorist coverage if you have it. Uninsured motorist coverage covers both economic and non-economic damages.
Naturally, accident victims worry that if they file an uninsured motorist claim, they will face higher insurance premiums. Some auto insurance firms take advantage of this misconception by offering reduced payouts in return for the same rates. Texas law, however, prohibits insurance carriers from raising your rates based on uninsured motorist claims.
Car accident injuries can range from mild to moderate or severe. Even mild injuries can lead to additional post-accident complications. Defendants and insurance companies often try to downplay plaintiffs’ injuries and make allegations that the plaintiff is faking or embellishing his or her injuries. Unfortunately, this is a common defense tactic used to try to reduce the plaintiff’s compensation.
However, an experienced Austin car accident attorney will have the skills and resources necessary to help you prove the extent of your injuries. Some injuries can’t be seen on an X-ray or in other types of medical imaging, such as soft tissue injuries like whiplash and other strains and sprains. Medical experts can be used to help with injury evaluation and expert testimony to help prove your injuries.
In addition to soft tissue damage, other common car crash injuries include traumatic brain injuries, broken and crushed bones, torn muscles and ligaments, spinal cord injuries, and disfigurement. The most severe car accident injuries can cause long-term disability, such as brain damage and paralysis.
One of the tasks an Austin car accident lawyer from the Texas Law Guns, Injury & Accident Lawyers can perform for you is a thorough investigation into the cause of your crash. Our investigators can take steps such as calling eyewitnesses, collecting evidence, revisiting the scene of the accident, hiring experts, speaking to physicians, gathering records, and hiring reconstructionists to better understand who or what caused your car accident. Then, we can help you file a claim against the at-fault party.
Most collisions in Austin trace back to human error. Negligent drivers and vehicle owners can cause preventable vehicle accidents. If the driver was on duty at the time of the accident, his or her employer may be vicariously liable for damages. Other parties could be at fault as well, including the City of Austin for a roadway defect. Speak to our Austin car accident attorneys to find out who might be responsible for your crash.
In Austin, most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything up front and the attorney only gets paid if they win your case. The fee is usually a percentage of your settlement or award.
In addition to attorney fees, there are case-related expenses like court filing fees, expert witness costs, and medical record retrieval. Many firms pay these costs upfront and recover them from your settlement, but it’s important to clarify whether they’ll be deducted before or after the attorney’s percentage is calculated. Most Austin personal injury lawyers offer free consultations, so it’s wise to compare fee structures, ask about tiered rates, and understand how expenses will be handled before signing an agreement.
Find out what your car accident case could be worth during a free consultation at the Texas Law Guns, Injury & Accident Lawyers today. Our Austin car accident attorneys can review your crash claim for free, explain your rights, and let you know if you have grounds for a lawsuit. If so, we may offer to represent you during negotiations with insurance companies or a trial in Travis County. For more information, contact us through our website, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. You can also call our law firm directly at (866) 387-2113.
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