Accidents on Houston highways are a daily occurrence. Some result in property damage, others in injury and death. Real bodily suffering may include costly and incapacitating spinal cord or head injury, disfigurement or loss of limbs, bone damage or internal injuries, or a traumatic brain injury that results in the loss of a quality life. All are traumatic and many lead the victims to seek redress through legal channels.
Attorneys that represent accident victims may sue a defendant for a variety of damages. These include current and long term medical expenses, real pain and suffering, loss of income and/or future earnings of victims and their families, the loss of companionship and/or support, and punitive damages for a variety of reasons such as negligence or vehicle defects.
Many people who have been involved in an accident do not realize the problems immediately but develop symptoms over time instead. To ensure your right to file a claim there are several dos and don’ts to follow after an accident occurs. First, seek immediate medical attention. Keep records of your medical and other relevant information. If you are approached by the adverse insurance company to sign anything – refuse this until you have consulted a reputable personal injury lawyer.
Opposing parties will often try to minimize claims – thereby preventing you from realizing your full rights and compensation in court.
