San Antonio Distracted Driving Attorney
Getting into an accident with a distracted driver can lead to severe injuries and complications when working to secure the compensation you deserve. When you turn to the Villarreal & Begum Law Firm, we will get to work on your behalf. Our San Antonio distracted driving accident lawyers will investigate all aspects of your crash and work to secure the compensation you are entitled to. Give us a call today to get started.
Why the Villarreal & Begum Law Firm is your choice
When you are injured due to another person’s negligence, you need an attorney you can trust both personally and professionally. At the Villarreal & Begum Law Firm, we cater to San Antonio residents who need aggressive legal representation.
- We are dedicated to giving every case the undivided attention it deserves. We will listen carefully to your situation and formulate a comprehensive strategy moving forward.
- When you do not take settlement offers that are lower than what you deserve and will not hesitate to take your case to trial in order to secure the compensation you need.
- We take distracted driving cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you only owe us after we secure the compensation you deserve.
Why do you need an attorney for this case?
Distracted driving crashes are often difficult to prove. The at-fault driver may attempt to say they were not distracted. They may even attempt to blame you for the accident. Your San Antonio distracted driving attorney will work to uncover the evidence necessary to prove what happened. They will gather any evidence from the crash, including eyewitness statements, video surveillance, and accident reports. If necessary, your attorney will work to obtain phone and internet records from the negligent driver’s devices.
Your lawyer will work with medical experts to properly calculate your total losses and work to negotiate a settlement on your behalf.
Distracted driving is a major issue for San Antonio residents
Distracted driving is certainly not anything new. However, with the rise of technology that can be used inside our vehicles, from smartphones and watches to GPS units and touchscreen dashboards, instances of distracted driving have been on the rise.
The Texas Department of Transportation keeps track of distracted driving crashes throughout the state. For the latest reporting year in Bexar County, there were 22,585 total distracted driving accidents. Out of those incidents, there were:
- 43 Fatalities
- 316 suspected serious injuries
- 2,424 non-incapacitating injuries
- 7,906 possible injuries
Distracted driving crashes often lead to devastating injuries. This can cause victims to incur major medical expenses, miss work while they recover, and lead to long-term physical, emotional, and psychological harm.
How much compensation is available for these cases?
If you or somebody you care about has been injured in an accident with a distracted driver, seek legal assistance as soon as possible. At the Villarreal & Begum Law Firm, we understand these cases and are ready to secure the compensation you deserve. This can include:
- Your medical expenses related to the distracted driving crash
- Lost wages and benefits if you cannot work
- Pain and suffering damages
- Loss of personal enjoyment damages
- Possible punitive damages against and the distracted driver
Call a Distracted Driving Lawyer Today
When you need a San Antonio distracted driving accident attorney, you can contact us for a free consultation online or by calling us at (210) 777-4878.