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How to Get Your Waco, TX Car Accident Report

If you suffered injuries in a car accident in Waco, Texas, you may need a copy of the police report to submit an insurance claim. The police report provides a variety of important information that you need to document your claim and prove that the other party was responsible for your damages. Depending on the details of your claim,...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Motorcycle Accidents

What Is the Average Motorcycle Accident Settlement?

Texas is a big and beautiful state. With all the beautiful space comes the opportunity to jump on your motorcycle and enjoy the breeze of a good ride. But motorcyclists know that the open road can be just as treacherous as enjoyable. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, more than 1,800 motorcyclists suffered serious injuries in 2019, and...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Car Accidents

What Compensation Am I Entitled to After a Car Accident?

If you sustained injuries in a car accident, you may have the right to recover compensation for your damages. Car accident compensation claims help accident victims recover their economic and non-economic damages. Working with an experienced car accident lawyer can help ensure you get the justice and financial compensation you deserve. The personal injury lawyers of The Zimmerman Law...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Injuries

Punitive vs. Compensatory Damages: What Is the Difference?

If you experienced injury or loss due to the negligence of someone else, you may be entitled to compensation. The compensation should not only set you back to the financial position you were in before the injury or loss but should also make up for everything you went through. In a personal injury case, it is possible to receive...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Injuries

What Is the Texas Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims?

If you have sustained injuries in a personal injury accident in Texas, you may have a legal claim for relief.  However, it is important to note that your right to recovery does not extend indefinitely. Rather, there is a time limit on when you must file your personal injury lawsuit. This is what is known as a “statute of...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Wrongful Death

What Is the Texas Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations?

Losing a loved one is devastating, especially when it is the result of someone else’s careless actions.  If you have lost someone you love due to the negligence or wrongful act of another, you may be entitled to relief. A wrongful death lawsuit in Texas can provide you with the compensation you need to begin the process toward recovery. ...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Car Accidents

What to Do if a Passenger Dies in a Car Accident

Losing a loved one is never easy. But losing someone in the aftermath of a car accident can make matters even more devastating.  If you have recently lost a loved one in a car accident resulting in death, you might be wondering, What happens when someone dies in a car accident?  When a loved one dies in a car...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Work Injury

6 Types of Oilfield Accident Injuries

The Texas oil industry plays a critical role in the state’s economy. Contributing 14% of the total state economy and 40% of total US crude, it’s safe to say that our way of life depends on Texas oil workers.  However, employers don’t always provide workers with safe working conditions. In fact, the oil and gas industry is one of...

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What to Do After an Oil Field Accident in Texas

A Texas oil field accident can happen in an instant, changing your life. An accident may leave you injured, out of work, and wondering how to pay your bills. Even worse, an oilfield accident could claim the life of someone you love.  When an accident occurs, you may feel helpless and unsure of whether you deserve compensation. If you...

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| Read Time: 5 minutes | Car Accidents

Who Will Pay For My Auto Insurance Work After a Wreck in Texas?

After a car wreck, one of the first things you may be wondering about is whose insurance covers an accident. This depends in large part on who is at fault. In Texas, you have the right to seek damages from the person that caused your accident. It’s essential to understand, when filing Texas auto insurance claims, the rights you...

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