When you or a loved one was injured in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you and your family should not be left facing the stress of mounting medical expenses. You need the guidance of West Texas car accident lawyer Ted Liggett to make sure that your legal rights and financial future are protected. The experienced Lubbock car accident attorneys at Liggett Law Group can help you regain peace of mind and steady footing. Our auto accident lawyers know how to fight to hold the at-fault driver accountable for their actions.
Being in a car accident can be a traumatizing experience. You may be injured, your car may be totaled, or you may have been involved in a parking lot accident and may not know what to do. Insurance companies you think will help you may end up being aggressive and pushing you to take a smaller settlement than is fair for your damages. Making sure you get the absolute best help with your case will be critical to being reimbursed for all the costs associated with the car accident.
Don’t Settle For Less than Maximum Compensation
Car Accident Case in Texas Explained
In the State of Texas, after an auto accident, liability is determined by whoever is found to be the at-fault driver. Liability will determine who is responsible for paying for injuries and damages. Proving their negligence is required and that negligence can be shared by more than one person.
Using a skilled car accident lawyer is vital to receiving a satisfactory and fair settlement or jury award. Insurance representatives, even those working for your own policy provider, are eager to convince you to take a low offer. They will argue that you are at-fault and deserve less payment.
The insurance company’s employees are in the business of saving their company money, while we are in the business of helping car accident victims get the justice you deserve. An experienced and bold car accident attorney in Lubbock is who you need to push back against underhanded insurance adjuster tactics. Liggett Law Group will not rest until we have gotten you the compensation you need for past, present, and future expenses. These can include economic damages such as:
Lost income and reduced earning capacity
ICU, ER, or surgery bills
Emergency transport costs, such as ambulance or helicopter fees
Prescription medications
Mileage to your medical appointments and parking fees
Physical therapy expenses
Damaged or lost personal property such as clothing, luggage, computers, or cell phones
Mobility aids such as wheelchairs or crutches
Repair costs and property damage.
Car Accident Injuries
It’s important to know what to look for after a car wreck because not all injury symptoms are readily apparent. Car accidents are sudden and unexpected, which can trigger an adrenaline-laced response. Car accident victims may not feel or sense their injuries in the time immediately following a car crash.
Even more important, is that each individual experiences physical trauma differently, so these nuances can make it even more difficult to determine how badly you’ve been injured. This is why it’s so important to get medical treatment by a medical professional immediately after any motor vehicle accident.
Visible injuries to look out for right away include:
Facial injuries
Cuts and scrapes
Burns
Pain in any area you’ve never felt pain before
Broken bones
Within 24 to 48 hours after a car wreck, you may start feeling worse because of one or more of the following medical problems:
Concussion Symptoms: Headaches and changes in personality/behavior or physical functioning can signal a concussion occurred.
Whiplash Symptoms: Neck or shoulder pain, numbness in the arms or hands, and stiffness can indicate a whiplash injury, which may require diagnostic testing including x-rays, CT scans, and/or MRIs.
Internal injury Symptoms: Abdominal pain and/or swelling, as well as bruising, dizziness, and fainting can signify internal bleeding. If left undiagnosed, it can become life-threatening and is a very serious injury.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) Symptoms: Memory loss, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, tinnitus, hearing loss, and severe migraine-type headaches can all indicate a head injury more severe than a concussion, including a potential TBI.
Spinal cord injury (SCI) Symptoms: Severe back pain can indicate a spinal cord injury, which is among the most serious injuries and cause permanent disability.
While you can seek medical attention as long after a car accident as necessary, the sooner you see a doctor, the better. In addition to the obvious health benefits of immediately treating an injury, medical records linking your injuries to the car accident is some of the strongest evidence needed to support a personal injury claim if you would like to pursue compensation for your car accident injuries.
Along with your physical healing, you may need therapy or counseling to come to terms with any permanent effects of the crash. The auto accident attorneys at Liggett Law Group will help you fully account for your past, current, and future expenses to ensure you get the compensation you need to return to your life. You can also ask for compensation for your non-economic losses, which includes less tangible items like:
pain and suffering
Loss of consortium
Loss of enjoyment of life
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Scarring
Disfigurement
Building a Strong Car Accident Claim
The more serious your injuries are, the higher the medical bills and the lower your chances that you’ll be able to return to work quickly. However, insurance companies are always on the lookout for fraud and attempting to limit your insurance claim.
Top-quality evidence is a must to assert liability and protect yourself from being considered responsible for the car accident. Our personal injury attorneys will investigate your auto accident thoroughly and gather evidence to build you the strongest case possible. We will put our professional legal team to work gathering evidence such as:
Police reports
Statements from witnesses and anyone involved in the accident
Independent accident investigation reports
Photographs of the damage, the weather, your injuries, and the road conditions
Video from traffic, security, dashboard, and onlooker cameras
Reports on the weather and road conditions during the crash
Driving records for all drivers
Cell phone records for all drivers
Repair records for all vehicles involved
Recall information on vehicles or parts that were part of the crash
Our Skilled Car Accident Lawyers Will Assess ALL Damages
In addition to the health benefits of immediately seeking medical attention, the medical records linking your injuries to the car accident are some of the strongest evidence needed to support a personal injury claim. Medical records will help our attorneys pursue the maximum compensation payout for your car accident claim.
Additionally, each person experiences physical trauma differently, making it difficult to determine how badly you’ve been injured at the accident scene. This is why it is so important to get medical treatment immediately after any motor vehicle accident.
We can connect you with doctors who will accurately diagnose your conditions. They can also give a prognosis so we can calculate your future medical treatment expenses. We also work with local repair shops so you can get a quick and accurate estimate of the damage to your vehicle and use all of this information to factor into your compensation demands.
Car Accident Settlement and Going to Court
Our team will work hard to reach a settlement offer with the insurance companies, but if they do not agree to the payment you need, our personal injury attorneys are prepared to take your case to trial. Much of the same evidence and material we developed for an insurance claim can be used in court. We will also ensure that your paperwork is filed correctly and on time to avoid any issues.
Texas Statute of Limitations to File a Car Accident Case
Texas has a statute of limitations of two years after the date of the car accident. This means that you cannot waste time trying since building a solid claim takes many weeks of preparation. If you wait until after the deadline passes to file a lawsuit, you could lose the right to sue for compensation entirely. The personal injury attorneys at Liggett Law group will help you avoid this disastrous situation.
Get a Free Consultation from Lubbock Car Accident Attorney Ted Liggett Today
You do not need to fight for compensation on your own, and you should not have to settle for less than your maximum case value. Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, and only get paid if we win. When you or a loved one is seriously injured in a car crash, truck accident, or any other motor vehicle accident, our Lubbock car accident lawyers have the experience and know how to fight for you and your family.
Contact us today for a free case evaluation. We are waiting to answer your questions with no-risk, no-obligation.
Testimonials
Ted Liggett Law Group assisted my Mom when she was injured in an auto accident 10 months ago. They are a professional, and helpful, kind group of good people. Mr. Liggett is easy to work with, and handled her case with ease, and integrity, which I appreciated. My Mom and I recommend this law group to anyone in need of legal assistance.
-Gala Rogers
It’s important to know what to look for after a car wreck because not all injury symptoms are readily apparent. Car accidents are sudden and unexpected, which can trigger an adrenaline-laced response. Car accident victims may not feel or sense their injuries in the time immediately following a car crash.
While you can seek medical attention as long after a car accident as necessary, the sooner you see a doctor, the better. In addition to the obvious health benefits of immediately treating an injury, medical records linking your injuries to the car accident is some of the strongest evidence needed to support a personal injury claim if you would like to pursue compensation for your car accident injuries.
In addition to the health benefits of immediately seeking medical attention, the medical records linking your injuries to the car accident are some of the strongest evidence needed to support a personal injury claim. Medical records will help our attorneys pursue the maximum compensation payout for your car accident claim.
You do not need to fight for compensation on your own, and you should not have to settle for less than your maximum case value. Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, and only get paid if we win. When you or a loved one is seriously injured in a car crash, truck accident, or any other motor vehicle accident, our Lubbock car accident lawyers have the experience and know how to fight for you and your family.