Texas Car Accident Legal Questions

What you are asking is "How much is my personal injury case worth?"  That depends on so many factors, some of which are tangible and calculable, while other factors are intangible and theoretical.  You have to consider the seriousness of the accident, the injuries, the amount of your medical bills, the jurisdiction of your case, whether you have an attorney or not, the length of your treatment, and so on....... Read More

You may have lost your rights if it is over two years.  There are some ways to extend the statute of limitations in a personal injury case, but there are no extensions allowed just because you are still treating for your injuries.  If the deadline has passed, you may have even lost your opportunity to get the $100,000 that was previosuly offered. You can call an attorney and go over your status, but I do not have a good feeling about your situation.... Read More

Just because the other cars were invovled in the accident does not mean they are responsible for causing the accident.  Only the cars that were responsible for causing the accident are liable for your injuries.  You need to contact an experienced car accident lawyer as soon as possible to go over your case.... Read More

You'll want to contact a Personal Injury attorney. Those of us that handle these type cases would charge what is called a "contingency fee." That means the lawyer only gets paid if you get paid. With respect to the wreck, whether anyone will take your case depends on whether the person that hit you had car insurance. If so, yes, you can sue. If not, you can still sue, but there will likely be no money to go after. ... Read More

You can still file if necessary. If you were not hurt in the accident you may not need a lawyer, just file the claim. If you gave notice to your insurance carrier you will have coverage for the property damage even if you were at fault (if you had full coverage). If there were injuries, call for a consultation if you are in the north Texas area.... Read More

Most contracts for legal services are based on the lawyer getting 1/3 of the settlement if no trial. It is usual for the medical providers to get somewhere in the neighborhood of 1/3 and the client to get the balance. Other factors can influence the amount the client gets such as out of pocket expenses, expert fees and other expenses. Look at the contract you signed with the attorney to see what they are entitled to. An ethical attorney will charge no more than was agreed to in the contract.... Read More

If you were injured and had insurance coverage or if the other driver had coverage, I can help. Since the description of the accident printed on Lawyers.com was incomplete I cannot tell exactly what the situation is. If your contact information is made available on the web site after I answer i will contact you to see what can be done.... Read More

When I have a case like this, I send a demand letter to the other party requesting insurance information and threaten a law suit if there is not a response within a reasonable time (usually 7 days). Then it is just like any other injury case where we work with the insurance company to get paid for the injuries and damage. If there is no insurance we make a claim under your policy for uninsured motorist.... Read More

You do not have to approve a settlement amount so if it is too low. Discuss it with your attorney and you can go to trial If necessary. If letters of protection were issued by your attorney or liens were filed these amounts are paid first before settlement. The law firm has a lien for the amount agreed in the contract. ... Read More

You may get satisfaction by calling the Texas insurance commission and submitting a complaint. You could also go to small claims court (also called Justice of the Peace Court) This court has jurisdiction up to $10,000.  It runs much like the Judge Judy TV program and you do not need an attorney to represent you.  The clerks will help you fill out a short Petition (claim form) and the constable will serve the petition.  You will be in court very quickly. Many Texas cities have several of these courts so choose the one nearest to where you live or where the dispute arose ( probably the body shop). The clerks will tell you if you are in the wrong court and help you figure out the correct court.... Read More

The issue regarding tuition will turn on the rules in the school handbook.  Your school expulsion and loss of tuition is part of your damages.  Since you were rear ended - which in Texas has a presumption that the other party is liable, I assume you have a lawyer.  Discuss this in detail with that lawyer and provide him/her with the records to prove your expulsion and loss of tuition.... Read More

If no one was injured in the two vehicles, he will likely be charged for failing to stop and give information. It's a misdemeanor, Class B, I believe. The punishment range is up to 6 months in jail and/or a $2,000 fine. Get him an attorney so he can (hopefully) keep the charge from impacting your son's permanent criminal record.  ... Read More

You asked for a cheap job and you got a cheap terrible job. If you know the person you can sue him in Justice Court. It is probably not worth it but if you want to try to give him a lesson go ahead. You lost $250 plus what it costs to do the repairs to correct the shoddy work so sue him for that amount. It is not enough loss to consider hiring an attorney but you can sue by yourself. Next time,remember that if it is too good to be true it is too good to be true!... Read More