Personal Injury FAQs

Every personal injury case is potentially worth the amount of damages that it caused the injured person, and that amount always depends on the circumstances:

• Type of injury
• Extent of damages
• Age of victim
• Whether victim was partially at fault

We cannot offer advice on this matter over the internet and without knowing the facts of your case.  It is always a good idea, however, to have a personal injury lawyer evaluate your circumstances and give a professional opinion at that point.
Contact our office for a free initial consultation on your personal injury case.

The comparative negligence law applies to personal injury incidents in Texas and holds the accident victim legally and financially accountable when his or her own negligence contributed to the accident and consequential injuries.
In plain English, this means that if the court finds you more than 50% liable for the accident, you cannot claim a settlement for your injuries.  When you are less than 50% liable, the court works out a payment arrangement that directly corresponds to the percentage of your liability.

Yes, you can, and the sooner you take legal action, the better.  The more time your attorney has to evaluate the circumstances and gather evidence strengthens the impact of your argument.  Do not waste any time in these matters.

That depends on how long it takes to reach an agreement with the opposite party and in which legal venue your case is deliberated.  Courtroom trials generally take longer to settle than mediation or arbitration, but after a settlement is reached, payouts begin shortly after and in accordance with the agreed upon schedule.

Yes, you can sue for these types of psychological conditions if you can prove the negative and debilitating effects they have on your life.  Talk to your attorney about all of the consequences of your accident injuries no matter how small and insignificant they might seem.