Vehicle accidents can leave victims with severe physical injuries, mounting bills, and other expenses. A car accident also takes an emotional toll on victims. Many people suffer significant psychological trauma after a car accident. In some situations, injured victims can pursue compensation for their emotional distress in Texas. Contact a Texas car accident lawyer at Zimmerman Law Firm, P.C....
Continue ReadingDrunk driving on Texas roads is a big problem that can lead to devastating consequences. Thousands of Texans drive drunk every year, leading to an incredible amount of harm and suffering to innocent people. Texas drunk driving settlements are an important source of relief for victims of accidents. If you have been hurt in a drunk driving accident, you...
Continue ReadingHead injuries are some of the most serious—and hard to diagnose—injuries. However, getting a concussion from a car accident is common, and it is important for accident victims to understand their options. A concussion can cause you a lifetime of pain and suffering if left untreated. Below are some frequently asked questions about head injuries after a car accident....
Continue ReadingA serious car accident impacts your life in myriad ways—including preventing you from working. Your injuries may result in a temporary or permanent inability to work. Texas law permits an injured accident victim to recover past and future lost wages. However, pursuing a lost wage claim is complicated and requires the assistance of a qualified personal injury attorney. What...
Continue ReadingAfter a car accident with an uninsured or underinsured driver, you may wonder whether Texas has car insurance requirements. Understandably, you may feel angry and confused after doing your part to keep and maintain an insurance policy while the driver that hit you didn’t. Read on to learn more about Texas car insurance requirements and how policy limits may...
Continue ReadingCar accidents regularly cause severe injuries and deaths in Texas. In 2020 alone, there were 12,107 serious injury crashes in Texas, with 14,656 people sustaining severe injuries. Yellow lights create a risk to drivers, and liability may be split in a resulting yellow light accident. Determining fault is vital to recovering compensation after an accident, but it may be...
Continue ReadingExperiencing a concussion after a car accident can be overwhelming, especially when someone else’s negligence caused your injury. If you’re wondering about the average settlement for a concussion car accident and how much compensation you could receive, it’s essential to understand the factors that affect your case, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Consult an experienced...
Continue ReadingAlmost everyone has heard of GEICO, but many may wonder, How does GEICO pay claims? GEICO’s primary objective is making a profit. The last thing a GEICO claims adjuster wants to do is offer a fair value for your claim. However, receiving a fair value for your claim can positively move you forward after a devastating accident. Knowing what...
Continue ReadingYou may feel overwhelmed and frightened about what to do when you get into a car accident. If someone negligently caused your injuries, Texas law permits you to pursue a claim for damages against that person. Knowing what to do after a car accident can help you get your medical bills and car repairs paid. Additionally, emotional damages from...
Continue ReadingAnyone who drives regularly has probably witnessed a driver drift in and out of their lane. While most drivers may correct this action without any consequence, sometimes they are unable to do so and hit the side of another car. In these cases, determining who is at fault for a sideswipe car accident is crucial. Fault is typically assigned...
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