Only a small percentage of injury cases make it to a courtroom. Most cases settle before someone files a lawsuit or during the pre-trial period. Avoiding trial means both sides spend less time and money. Settling a case is often the most cost-effective option. If you have questions about an…
Winning personal injury cases in contributory negligence states can be challenging. Under this harsh standard, a plaintiff cannot pursue any compensation if they contributed to their injuries in any way. Fortunately, Texas is not a contributory negligence state – making it much easier for a plaintiff to seek compensation even…
If you were injured due to someone else’s actions, you have the right to seek fair compensation in court. By filing a personal injury claim, you may be compensated for medical bills, lost wages, damaged property, and more. However, Colorado law limits the time you have to file your case….
Were you injured in an accident at a park, pool, or another public place in Texas? Are you wondering how you might recover the compensation you need to pay your medical bills and other expenses after an accident that was not your fault? Unfortunately, seeking compensation for an accident in…
Did you suffer an injury due to someone else’s carelessness in Texas? You could be entitled to significant compensation for your medical expenses and other losses. But if you’re like most people, you’ve never had to file a legal claim before. So how long do personal injury claims take in…
In general, the money you receive from a personal injury lawsuit is meant to compensate for what you’ve lost due to your injuries, such as medical bills, lost wages, lower quality of life, and pain and suffering. But in certain cases, you can ask for additional damages to punish the…
Your personal injury claim might be worth a lot more than the insurance adjuster is telling you. In fact, the insurance industry’s own research has proven time and time again that people who are represented by a personal injury lawyer wind up with settlements about 3.5 times higher than those…
If you get hurt while working, it is important that everything is documented as close to the date of injury as possible, and not months in the future. Otherwise, the employer, insurance carrier, and others may question why it was not reported sooner. Do not wait. Time is of the…
Yes, the failure to file taxes can certainly affect your personal injury claim. First, the failure to file taxes can affect the ability to pursue a claim for lost wages. This is especially true if you are self-employed, are an independent contractor, or have a payment arrangement that is not…
I began my journey as a personal injury attorney in 2005. My career choice was not by chance or circumstance. My passion for the law and helping my clients has grown ever since. I have met with thousands of clients and potential clients in their home and at my offices…
