Choosing The Right Attorneys For Your Auto Accident Case
An auto accident on one of Houston’s roadways can impact your entire family. The emotional and physical injuries can last a lifetime. Add to that the loss of a vehicle, medical bills and lost wages, and it’s easy to see how one car wreck can be life-changing.
Call the Taylor Law Firm if you have been injured in an auto accident: 713-231-5365.
Most car accidents are caused by one driver’s negligence or failure to drive in a reasonably safe manner. However, when a judge finds one party responsible for the accident, that party can be made to compensate you for your damages. At the Taylor Law Firm, our attorneys will strive to ensure that you are fully compensated for your injuries.
Houston And Auto Accidents
Houston has some of the world’s busiest freeways. Trying to navigate your way around roadways like I-45, I-610 and I-10 can be frustrating – and dangerous. Instances of road rage, distracted drivers and outright dangerous drivers are not uncommon in Houston. And, its ever-expanding rush hour means that you need to learn to deal with bumper-to-bumper congestion and shifting traffic patterns.
It’s no surprise that the Texas Department of Transportation records over 55,000 car accidents every year in Harris County. Almost 9,000 of these accidents involve some type of serious injury, and a significant number of Harris County auto accidents involve drunk drivers.
Taylor Law Firm – Houston Car Accident Attorneys
At the Taylor Law Firm, our lawyers and staff understand all the risks that drivers in Houston face every day. If you have been injured in an auto accident, then it is important to remember that you don’t have to face this situation alone. Our team knows that you have medical bills to pay and other financial worries because of the accident, and our attorneys will fight to ensure that you are compensated to the full extent of the law for your damages.
Our lawyers have years of experience in auto accident-related personal injury law. If you have been in an auto accident, then call our office today at 713-231-5365 for a case evaluation.
DWI And DUI
Drugs and alcohol are responsible for thousands of accidents every year in Texas. Driving ability can be seriously impaired by over-the-counter (OTC) medication, prescription medication, illegal drugs and, of course, alcohol. If you are a victim of an accident caused by a driver impaired by drugs and/or alcohol, our lawyers can help you recover damages for your injuries.
Distracted Drivers
Texting, updating your Facebook status, falling asleep, searching for a new radio station or failing to pay attention are just a few examples of how distracted drivers can be deadly on the Houston freeways. Every driver has a responsibility to maintain vigilance while operating a vehicle. A distracted driver who causes an accident can be held legally responsible for their actions and be required to compensate the other driver for their damages.
Dangerous And Aggressive Drivers
The traffic laws are there for your safety. Many dangerous drivers ignore the speed limit, change lanes without signaling, tailgate excessively, and blow through stop signs and red lights as if they were not there. These are considered to be different forms of negligence, and these drivers should be held liable for their actions.
Three Common Questions About Car Accidents
Our car accident lawyers can be a valuable resource for people seeking clarity before pursuing a car accident claim. Below are three common questions they often get from clients. For answers to questions about your specific case, we offer a free case evaluation and consultations.
What are the steps I need to take after a car accident?
There are three stages involved in answering this question: immediately, eventually and ultimately. In the immediate aftermath of a car accident, your only priority is safety. You need to go to a hospital, even if you think you’re fine, because only a medical evaluation can rule out serious injuries.
After you’ve stabilized and started recovery, you need to consider your options. You need to look into the accident and insurance and file an insurance claim. Next, you may need to face challenges created by the insurance company in its effort to minimize your claim.
Ultimately, however, you may want to speak with an attorneys. Our attorneys will work with you at any point during your claim.
How will I pay my medical bills?
To pay your medical bills, you will have to file a claim with the responsible party’s insurance. However, insurance companies are never happy to pay out. Even in the most clear-cut situations, where the other driver is totally and clearly at fault, they will likely fight claimants.
But that’s why our lawyers are here. Even if the insurance company tries to imply that your pain isn’t worth anything and your injury isn’t a big deal, we will put you first, fighting on your behalf. Your pain matters. Your injury matters. And you deserve compensation.
Should I accept the insurance company’s first settlement offer?
If the first offer was fair, then it might make sense to accept it. But that is an extremely big “if.” Insurance companies are notorious for vastly underoffering for settlements. They look at the settlement process as a negotiation and want to set a “starting point” for things. So, their first offers are usually extremely low so that any future offers will appear to be generous. Even the second and third more “generous” offers are not likely to be fair.
But you don’t have to face that difficulty on your own.
What To Do If You Have Been In An Auto Accident
At the Taylor Law Firm, our lawyers are here to help clients who have been injured in auto accidents. If you are a victim of someone else’s negligence, dangerous driving or intoxicated driving, then call our office at 713-231-5365 today to speak to an attorneys. You may also use the contact form on this page to send our team an email about your situation.
The main goal of our lawyers and staff will be to help you and your family recover from this accident. Our lawyers will use all of their knowledge and experience to try to ensure that the responsible party is held liable and that you are made whole to the fullest extent possible. Call the Taylor Law Firm today.