Cedar Park

TIPOS DE ACCIDENTES DE AUTOMÓVIL

El tipo y la gravedad de los accidentes de automóvil varían ampliamente. Sin embargo, en Zinda Law Group, nuestros abogados de accidentes de auto han manejado muchos tipos de accidentes de automóvil y pueden ayudarte también. Algunos de los tipos más comunes de accidentes incluyen:

• Colisiones por alcance trasero
• Colisiones frontales
• Accidentes por conducir en estado de ebriedad
• Accidentes por conducción distraída
• Accidentes por enviar mensajes de texto y conducir
• Accidentes de peatones
• Accidentes de servicios de transporte compartido

Si tú o un ser querido han estado involucrados en alguno de estos tipos de accidentes, contacta a Zinda Law Group para hablar sobre cómo buscar una compensación máxima por tus lesiones.

CUÁNDO NECESITAS CONTRATAR A UN ABOGADO DE ACCIDENTES DE AUTOMÓVIL

Después de un accidente, puede parecer una buena opción intentar manejar las cosas por tu cuenta. Sin embargo, seguir adelante sin un abogado de tu lado puede llevar a errores fácilmente evitables. Contratar a un abogado es aconsejable en las siguientes situaciones:

1. Cuando Te Culpan por Tu Accidente

Después de un accidente, es natural querer señalar con el dedo y asignar la culpa. Incluso si no tuviste la culpa en absoluto en tu situación, no luchar contra las acusaciones presentadas en tu contra podría perjudicar tus posibilidades de recuperarte por tus lesiones. Un abogado con experiencia podría ayudarte a combatir estas afirmaciones y asegurarse de que tu versión de los hechos se cuente de manera completa y persuasiva.

2. Tu Accidente Te Ha Causado Estrés Significativo

Lidiar con las consecuencias de un accidente automovilístico puede volverse abrumador rápidamente. Intentar librar una batalla legal mientras intentas abordar necesidades médicas urgentes puede ser demasiado para muchos. Un abogado con experiencia podría ayudarte a gestionar eficientemente tus asuntos y brindarte un defensor en tu lucha por ser tratado de manera justa y equitativa.

3. Cuando Estás Negociando con una Compañía de Seguros

A pesar de toda la publicidad que las compañías de seguros invierten para promocionar el mensaje de que son organizaciones amigables del vecindario, es importante recordar que son negocios que existen para ganar dinero. Con este fin, a menudo emplean ajustadores de reclamos que se especializan en recopilar y enmarcar información de manera que podría dañar tu reclamo. Contratar a un abogado con experiencia en la comunicación con compañías de seguros podría ayudarte a evitar cometer errores que podrían perjudicar tus posibilidades de recibir una compensación justa.

CÓMO REALIZAR UNA RECLAMACIÓN POR ACCIDENTE DE AUTOMÓVIL

No hay dos accidentes de automóvil iguales, lo que significa que cada uno requerirá un enfoque único y personalizado. Sin embargo, la mayoría de las reclamaciones generalmente siguen los mismos pasos.

1. Contrata a un Abogado

Lo primero y más importante es contratar a un abogado con experiencia que haya tratado accidentes en tu área. El proceso legal puede volverse rápidamente largo y complicado, y contar con un abogado con experiencia en accidentes de automóvil en Cedar Park puede marcar una gran diferencia.

2. Reúne Información

Después de contratar a tu abogado, podrán comenzar a recopilar la información que necesitarán para tu caso. Esto puede incluir cualquier evidencia en video o fotos que esté disponible, informes policiales y entrevistas a testigos que hayan presenciado el accidente.

3. Negocia un Acuerdo

Después de tener la oportunidad de reunir todas las pruebas relevantes, tu abogado podría comenzar las negociaciones de acuerdo con las otras partes involucradas. Este paso es especialmente importante porque la mayoría de las reclamaciones se resuelven antes de llegar a juicio. Un abogado con experiencia podría utilizar su experiencia para presentar argumentos persuasivos a favor de una compensación máxima por tus lesiones.

CUÁNTO TIEMPO TENGO PARA PRESENTAR UNA DEMANDA

Para cada accidente, existe un plazo de prescripción asociado, que es simplemente el término legal para el tiempo que tienes desde la fecha del accidente para iniciar el proceso legal. En Texas, el plazo de prescripción para accidentes automovilísticos es de dos años, lo que significa que tienes dos años desde la fecha de tu accidente para presentar tu reclamo por lesiones personales. Puede haber excepciones en casos que involucran la muerte o una víctima menor de dieciocho años, pero en general, es aconsejable buscar el consejo de un abogado lo antes posible después de tu accidente para asegurarte de que tu caso no se deseche por una tecnicidad.

¿QUIÉN ES EL RESPONSABLE?

Después de cada accidente automovilístico, una parte importante del proceso legal es determinar quién es el responsable. Si una parte tiene la culpa evidentemente, el resultado suele ser predecible: esa parte generalmente asumirá los costos de la otra. Sin embargo, la vida real no es tan blanco y negro, y múltiples partes pueden tener la culpa del mismo accidente. En estos casos, la regla general es que las partes son responsables del porcentaje de los daños que corresponde al porcentaje de culpa que tuvieron. Sin embargo, un detalle importante es que Texas es lo que se conoce como una jurisdicción de “culpa comparativa modificada”, lo que significa que a una parte lesionada que busca compensación se le impedirá si tiene más de la mitad de la culpa.

¿CUÁNTO VALE MI ACCIDENTE DE AUTOMÓVIL?

Una de las preocupaciones más apremiantes para cualquier víctima de accidentes es cuánto podría valer su caso. Es imposible dar una estimación precisa sin conocer los detalles específicos de un reclamo, pero el valor potencial de un reclamo se basa en los daños sufridos por la víctima. Los daños generalmente se dividen en dos categorías: económicos y no económicos. Los daños económicos son gastos como facturas médicas y daños a la propiedad, mientras que los daños no económicos incluyen el dolor y sufrimiento que experimentas como resultado de tus lesiones.

¿POR QUÉ ELEGIR A LOS ABOGADOS DE ACCIDENTES DE AUTOMÓVIL DE CEDAR PARK EN ZINDA LAW GROUP?

Nuestros abogados con experiencia han luchado por numerosas víctimas de accidentes de automóvil. Podemos ayudarte a luchar por compensación después de haber sido lesionado por otro conductor. Creemos que ninguna víctima de accidentes debería preocuparse por poder costear la representación legal, por lo que no nos debes nada a menos que ganemos tu caso. Esa es nuestra Garantía de No Ganar, Sin Costo.

Si tú o un ser querido ha estado en un accidente automovilístico, contacta a los abogados con experiencia de Zinda Law Group al (800) 863-5312 para una consulta gratuita.

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RECLAMOS COMUNES POR LESIONES PERSONALES

Accidentes automovilísticos

Uno de los incidentes de lesiones personales más comunes son los accidentes automovilísticos. Los accidentes automovilísticos ocurren con frecuencia y pueden tener una variedad de causas, que incluyen exceso de velocidad, Conducción distraida, no obedecer las leyes de tránsito aplicables, pasarse una señal de alto o un semáforo en rojo, o conducir bajo la influencia de drogas o alcohol. El conductor que tuvo la culpa a menudo puede ser responsable de las lesiones o daños causados ​​por el accidente.

Bicicletas y Peatones

Ciclistas y peatones a menudo son atropellados por vehículos. Debido a la falta de protección brindada a los ciclistas y peatones, así como a la velocidad y la fuerza del vehículo, estos accidentes a menudo resultan en lesiones graves o incluso la muerte. El conductor del vehículo puede ser responsable de estos accidentes, especialmente si el ciclista o peatón estaba en un cruce de peatones o siguiendo las leyes de tránsito aplicables.

Mordidas de perro

Lesiones por mordedura de perro a menudo puede ser muy grave. Las mordeduras pueden causar daño a los tejidos y músculos, altos riesgos de infección y otras complicaciones. El dueño del perro o el dueño de la propiedad donde ocurrió la mordedura de perro puede ser responsable de las mordeduras de perro, especialmente si no se cumplieron correctamente las leyes sobre correas u otras restricciones de animales.

Responsabilidad del producto

Los consumidores compran productos que asumen que son seguros de usar. Sin embargo, estos productos pueden contener una pieza defectuosa que hace que el producto no funcione correctamente y cause lesiones, o el producto puede incluso haber sido diseñado de manera defectuosa sin las medidas de seguridad adecuadas. Si el producto causó una lesión, el fabricante o minorista puede ser responsable por que el producto sea defectuoso o por no advertir de los posibles peligros del uso del producto.

Resbalar y caer

Resbalones y caídas son otro accidente común de lesiones personales. Estos accidentes ocurren con frecuencia en un piso mojado en un negocio, lo que puede ser causado por un líquido derramado o una superficie recién fregada. Los resbalones y las caídas también pueden ser causados ​​por la caída de un objeto, como una cáscara de plátano, o por un defecto en la superficie misma, como una grieta en la acera. El dueño de la propiedad puede ser responsable por el resbalón y la caída, especialmente si sabía o debería haber sabido sobre la condición peligrosa, y el propietario no advirtió adecuadamente sobre la condición peligrosa o eliminó el riesgo, por ejemplo, colocando una señal de precaución para un piso mojado o limpiando derrames y recogiendo basura.

Lesiones en el lugar de trabajo

accidentes de trabajo puede ocurrir cuando las medidas de seguridad, como el equipo de protección, no se usan correctamente, el equipo no se mantiene adecuadamente o un empleado u otra persona se comporta de manera negligente. Las lesiones comunes en el lugar de trabajo pueden incluir electrocución o choque por cableado expuesto, cortes o magulladuras por bordes afilados o extremidades rotas por caídas o contacto con maquinaria.

Muerte injustificada

A menudo es difícil hacer frente a la pérdida repentina e inesperada de un ser querido. Esta pérdida puede ser aún más difícil de entender y aceptar cuando la muerte fue causada por la negligencia o error de otra persona. Muerte injusta Las reclamaciones pueden indemnizar a las familias de los seres queridos fallecidos en un accidente automovilístico, por un producto defectuoso, en un accidente laboral o en situaciones similares.

QUIÉN PUEDE SER RESPONSABLE

La parte que causó el accidente o lesión

La parte principalmente responsable de las lesiones sufridas en un accidente es generalmente la parte que causó el accidente. Un conductor que tuvo la culpa del accidente automovilístico o que golpeó a un ciclista o peatón puede ser responsable del accidente. De manera similar, la persona que causó o no evitó una condición insegura en un lugar de trabajo o negocio puede ser responsable de lesiones en el lugar de trabajo o resbalones y caídas.

Empleadores

A veces, el empleador de una de las partes también puede ser responsable de sus lesiones. Para los accidentes automovilísticos, el empleador puede ser responsable si el empleado estaba actuando en el ámbito del empleo en el momento del accidente, como un conductor de reparto o un empleado que usa un vehículo de la empresa. Los empleadores también pueden ser responsables de las lesiones en el lugar de trabajo, como si ocurriera un accidente porque el empleador no mantuvo o inspeccionó adecuadamente la maquinaria, no capacitó adecuadamente a los empleados o no se aseguró de que se implementaran y siguieran las medidas de seguridad adecuadas.

Dueños de la propiedad

Los propietarios pueden ser responsables de las lesiones sufridas en su propiedad, como accidentes por resbalones y caídas. La responsabilidad de las instalaciones surge cuando el propietario no advierte sobre condiciones peligrosas o no mantiene las superficies limpias y libres de condiciones peligrosas, como líquidos derramados u objetos resbaladizos. Los propietarios también pueden ser responsables de las mordeduras de perros sufridas en su propiedad.

Fabricante

Los fabricantes pueden ser responsables de las lesiones causadas por sus productos defectuosos. Los fabricantes pueden ser considerados responsables de los productos que fueron mal diseñado o fabricado, o por no advertir adecuadamente a los clientes de los peligros que el producto puede presentar. Del mismo modo, los minoristas que vendieron o comercializaron el producto también pueden ser responsables de comercializar estos productos que contenían defectos o carecían de las advertencias adecuadas.

¿CÓMO PRUEBO MI CASO?

Para hacer un reclamo por lesiones personales exitoso, debe demostrar que la otra parte actuó de manera negligente al cumplir con los siguientes elementos:

• La otra persona tenía un deber de cuidado hacia usted, como el deber de evitar accidentes con otros conductores en la carretera.
• La otra parte incumplió este deber de cuidado que se le debe, por ejemplo, al conducir ebrio o al no atar a un perro como lo exige la ley.
• El incumplimiento del deber de la otra parte en realidad causó sus lesiones o daños.
• Debe haber sufrido daños, como lesiones, daños a la propiedad o incluso la muerte.

CÓMO PRESENTAR UN RECLAMO

Reunir documentación

Después de un accidente, debe mantener la mayor cantidad de documentación posible. Los registros médicos y las facturas, las declaraciones de los testigos y la información de contacto, las declaraciones del empleador, las imágenes de la escena del accidente y cualquier factor contribuyente, cualquier señal o etiqueta de advertencia y otra documentación pueden ser cruciales para buscar con éxito la compensación a la que puede tener derecho.

Póngase en contacto con un abogado

Debe comunicarse con un abogado con experiencia en lesiones personales de Cedar Park lo antes posible después de su accidente. El tiempo a menudo es esencial porque se puede perder evidencia importante si pasa demasiado tiempo antes de comenzar su reclamo. Un abogado de lesiones personales puede manejar su reclamo mientras usted se enfoca en recuperarse de cualquier lesión.

Negociación

Su abogado puede negociar con la otra parte o la aseguradora para llegar a un acuerdo aceptable para ambas partes para evitar el juicio. Este proceso puede incluir discusiones sobre la evidencia disponible que demuestre la responsabilidad de la otra parte o la gravedad de sus lesiones.

Juicio

Si su abogado no puede llegar a un acuerdo con la otra parte o la aseguradora, su caso puede ir a juicio. Aquí, su abogado puede usar la evidencia recopilada durante su investigación, como el testimonio de las partes y los testigos, para probar su caso ante el juez o el jurado.

POR QUÉ NECESITA UN ABOGADO

Los accidentes por lesiones personales pueden ser muy complicados, y un abogado con experiencia en lesiones personales de Cedar Park puede ser la diferencia para obtener con éxito la compensación a la que puede tener derecho. Un abogado puede tener experiencia negociando con compañías de seguros y demostrando responsabilidad en casos de lesiones personales. Esta experiencia puede ayudar al abogado a llegar a un acuerdo con la aseguradora o buscar una compensación por sus lesiones en el juicio. Con un abogado de lesiones personales manejando su reclamo, es posible que no tenga que soportar la carga de buscar una compensación por sus lesiones o pérdidas solo.

ESTATUTO DE LIMITACIONES

El Estatuto de limitaciones para reclamos por lesiones personales en Texas es de dos años a partir de la fecha en que ocurrió la lesión. Si no presenta una demanda dentro de este plazo, es posible que no pueda emprender ninguna acción legal contra la parte que causó sus lesiones, a menos que se aplique una excepción. Si un menor resultó lesionado, es posible que el estatuto de limitaciones no comience a correr hasta que el menor cumpla 18 años. Otras excepciones al estatuto de limitaciones incluyen a cualquier persona que pueda tener una discapacidad, como alguien que entró en coma o sufrió algunos otra incapacidad física o mental que pueda servir para impedir que el plazo de prescripción comience a correr hasta que termine la incapacidad.

OBTENGA AYUDA DE UN ABOGADO DE LESIONES PERSONALES DE CEDAR PARK HOY

En Zinda Law Group, nuestro abogados de lesiones personales puede ser capaz de ayudarle con su demanda por lesiones personales. Ayudamos a nuestros clientes a buscar la compensación máxima a la que pueden tener derecho después de sufrir lesiones debido a la negligencia de otro.

Llame al (800) 863-5312 hoy para una consulta gratis con uno de nuestros abogados con experiencia en lesiones personales de Cedar Park. Como uno de nuestros clientes, no pagará nada a menos que podamos ganar su caso de accidente automovilístico. Ese es nuestro Sin ganancia, sin garantía de tarifa.

What Qualifies as a Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death claim can only arise from certain incidents and is not available for all deaths.   Another person must have caused the death, either negligently, recklessly, or intentionally.  Certain incidents may qualify as a wrongful death:

Car Accidents

Car accidents are a common cause of wrongful death claims.  These may include drunk driving accidents, distracted drivers, or other accidents that result in a collision on the road.

Truck Accidents

Truck accidents can involve multiple parties and may be complex, but are often one of the deadliest kinds of crashes.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists are also a vulnerable group of people on the road because they are harder to see and are more likely to die as a result of a collision.

Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians on the road are vulnerable and can suffer serious injuries or death if they are struck by a vehicle.

Dog Bites

Dog or animal bites can result in fatal injuries and Texas is the second leading state in dog bite attacks, according to the USPS.

Workplace Accidents

According to the US Census, Texas employed just under 1 million construction workers in 2010.  Construction deaths are 1 in 200 according to the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries.

Read More: Cedar Park Workplace Accident Lawyers

Assaults or Criminal Attacks

These can include death resulting in criminal charges for murder or manslaughter.  Bringing a separate civil legal claim for wrongful death is not barred in these situations

Premises Liability

A death that occurs on another person’s property may make the property owner liable if there was a dangerous condition on the premise that the owner failed to warn about or repair.

Defective Products

Defective products sold by manufacturers or retailers may be liable if their product was dangerous.  Defective drugs that cause death may also be a basis for a wrongful death lawsuit.

Medical Malpractice

Death as a result of the fault of medical personnel may be a basis for a wrongful death action if there was a misdiagnosis, surgical injury, or equipment malfunction.  Nursing home abuse and neglect may also lead to a fatal injury.

Who Can Bring a Claim?

According to the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71, only the surviving spouse, children, or parents of the deceased may bring a wrongful death claim.  Other parties, such as a sibling or another relative, may not be able to file a claim if one of the immediate family members listed above has already filed a claim.

Certain immediate family such as children and spouses are considered primary dependents and are given the priority to file a wrongful death claim.  It is also important to file a claim before the time limit runs out, known as the statute of limitations.  In Texas, the statute of limitations to file a wrongful death claim is two years.

In Texas, if you are the surviving spouse, child (adult or minor), parent, or personal representative of the estate of the deceased, you may be able to bring a claim.  The two-year statute of limitation applies unless the plaintiff of the wrongful death lawsuit is a minor, the defendant was unknown, or there was an impairment that prevented the plaintiff from filing on time.

Parent Claim for Loss of a Child

A parent should never have to bury their child, so the loss of a child is especially difficult.  If a child was killed as a result of someone else’s negligence, you do not have to go through it alone.  Allow our caring and experienced attorneys at Zinda Law Group to help seek all the remedies the law can provide.

Surviving Spouse Claim for Loss of a Spouse

A spouse may have more claims available to them such as loss of companionship or loss of consortium.  Our attorneys can help determine what is available to you.

Loss of financial security is also a factor.  If the spouse lost was the primary provider of income for the family, this will be a contributing issue as well.  If there are children involved who no longer have a parental caregiver, expenses may be considered for that too.

Child Claim for Loss of a Parent

The loss of financial security or emotional support from a parent loss will never be replaced, but other forms of recovery may be available to help lessen the loss.

Types of Damages Recoverable

While there is no amount of money that can replace or bring back a loved one, allow our attorneys to help seek other compensation in the form of damages.  These may include:

Economic Damages

• Funeral expenses or other medical expenses related to and leading up to the death
• Loss of future earnings by the deceased
• Loss of future benefits belonging to the deceased

Non-economic Damages

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional or mental anguish
• Loss of consortium, companionship, support, care, guidance
• Loss of household services
• Loss of inheritance

Punitive or Exemplary Damages

These damages are meant to punish the responsible party, if applicable, for willful or grossly negligent acts.  Exemplary damages are available in Texas and include punitive damages, according to Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 41.  Exemplary damages are meant as a penalty to punish the wrongdoer.  These damages can sometimes be obtained in addition to economic or non-economic damages.

What Do You Need to Prove a Wrongful Death?

There must be substantial evidence to show that a wrongful death occurred.  The standard of proof for wrongful death cases is a preponderance of the evidence.  This is less than the burden of proof of “beyond a reasonable doubt.”

You must be able to show that you are a surviving family member and that you are entitled to bring this lawsuit as an immediate family member.  You must be able to show that you or your family has suffered a considerable loss as a result of your loved one’s death.

For a negligence claim for wrongful death, the plaintiff must be able to show that the responsible party owed your loved one a duty of care, that duty was breached, and as a result, caused your loved one’s death.

If a criminal proceeding has already been initiated or a conviction was reached, then it may be easier to meet the standard of proof.  Allow our experienced wrongful death attorneys to help guide you through these steps.

What is a Survival Claim?

Texas recognizes survival claims which are another type of claim filed against the responsible party for your loved one’s death.  Instead of claiming losses like a wrongful death claim, a survival claim is for the person who actually suffered the loss.

The survivor can claim pain and suffering and can recover for what the deceased person could have recovered instead.  The suit may be instituted and prosecuted as if the liable person were alive, according to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 71.

Get Help from Our Cedar Park Wrongful Death Lawyers

At Zinda Law Group, our experienced Cedar Park lawyers have helped many families seek compensation for the wrongful death of a loved one.  We have the knowledge and resources necessary to help you determine what to do next and to help recover the best possible outcome for your case.

Call us today at (800) 863-5312 for a free and confidential consultation with one of our Cedar Park wrongful death lawyers.  You will pay nothing unless we win your case.  That’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.

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COMMON INJURIES

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you will most likely suffer some kind of injury.  These injuries may range from relatively minor to catastrophic.  Some common injuries may include:

• Road rash
• Bruising
• Muscle damage
• Broken bones
• Head injuries
• Neck injuries
• Emotional trauma

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to compensation.  Always seek medical attention for any injuries and call a Zinda Law Group Cedar Park motorcycle attorney now to talk about your case.

WHAT TO DO AFTER AN ACCIDENT

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is important to know what to do immediately following the crash.

1. Seek Medical Attention

Always seek medical attention after any motor vehicle crash.  Motorcycles do not provide the same protection in an accident that a closed-in vehicle does.  Always seek immediate professional medical attention after an accident, no matter how minor you may think your injuries are. Remember, your adrenaline may be running high and mask a more serious injury, or the minor injuries you believe you have may be indicative of something more serious.

2. Contact Local Law Enforcement

Once you have contacted a medical professional, the next step is to contact the police.  This allows law enforcement to review the scene and create an official accident report.  This report may serve as helpful evidence in your Cedar Park motorcycle lawsuit by showing, for instance, that the other driver was at fault.

3. Document the Accident and Take Pictures

Once you are safe, thoroughly document the accident.  Although you may believe you will remember all of the details of the accident at a later date, your memories may actually fade relatively quickly.  Write down all of the details of the accident, no matter how small, and take pictures of the scene, including any injuries or property damage.  You should also gather and maintain all important documents. Examples of these important documents include:

• The names and contact information of all other drivers
• The license plate numbers, and vehicle identification numbers, of any other vehicles involved in the accident
• The names and contact information of any witnesses
• A copy of the official police report
• A copy of any insurance policies

4. Call a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Finally, you should contact an attorney who has the knowledge and expertise necessary to represent you in motorcycle accidents.  Your attorney may talk to you about your case and help you make decisions to protect your legal rights.  Further, your attorney may help negotiate a settlement with the at-fault party’s insurance company and seek the maximum compensation you may be entitled to.

Learn More: Why Hiring a Lawyer Will Help Your Case

WHO IS AT FAULT?

To receive compensation for your injuries, you must determine who is at fault for the accident.  Below are some examples of who may be at fault:  

The Other Driver

The other driver may be responsible for the cause of the accident and any resulting injuries.  For example, the other driver may have been driving recklessly, texting while driving, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the accident.  These kinds of distractions may lead to the other driver rear-ending a motorcyclist or sideswiping one due to failure to check for clearance before merging or changing lanes.

Government Agencies and Contractors

Sometimes, a local or state government may be responsible for maintaining a certain stretch of road, but fails to do so, or does so carelessly or negligently.  If an accident occurs due to a government agency’s negligence, that agency may be responsible for any resulting injuries. Further, if the government hired a contractor, and the contractor’s negligence resulted in a crash, the contractor may be found responsible for the resulting injuries.  

The Motorcycle Manufacturer

It may be that the motorcycle manufacturer itself is at fault.  For example, if it can be proven that the manufacturer was negligent in producing the brakes for your motorcycle, and those brakes ultimately fail and result in a crash, the manufacturer may be held responsible.

Read More: Product Liability Lawyers

HOW LONG DO YOU HAVE TO FILE A CLAIM?

The length of time you have to file a claim is called the “statute of limitations.” The statute of limitations varies from state to state and may be different for each type of lawsuit. The statute of limitations to file a claim for injury to yourself or your personal property in Texas is two years from the date of the accident. This means you must file a claim within two years, or you may not be able to recover compensation for your injuries. Speak to an experienced attorney as soon as possible to avoid missing the deadline.

POTENTIAL COMPENSATION

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, you may be facing significant injuries and/or property damage. You may be facing medical bills, therapy costs, lost wages, or more.  If you were the victim in the accident, these costs may be paid by the at-fault party. Potential compensation for your injuries include:

1. Economic Damages

Economic damages are costs that can be easily quantified and put into monetary value.  Examples of economic damages may include medical bills, property damage, or lost wages.

2. Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages are more subjective than economic damages.  These damages may include pain and suffering, emotional distress, or loss of consortium.  

3. Punitive Damages

Punitive damages are the last type of compensation you may receive, although they are rarely awarded. Punitive damages are given to the victim to punish the reckless driver and deter future conduct from other drivers.

Zinda Law Group Cedar Park accident attorneys may help get you the compensation you deserve. Our motorcycle accident attorneys can help you deal with insurance companies and negotiate on your behalf.

GET HELP FROM ONE OF OUR CEDAR PARK MOTORCYCLE INJURY LAWYERS TODAY

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you should have an experienced attorney by your side to help guide you through the legal process with your Cedar Park motorcycle accident lawsuit. Zinda Law Group attorneys have years of experience in motorcycle accidents and may help you seek the maximum compensation available for your injuries.

Call (800) 863-5312 to chat with Zinda Law Group lawyer today to get a free consultation and speak with a Cedar Park attorney. You don’t pay anything unless we win your case.

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TYPES OF CAR ACCIDENTS

The type and severity of car accidents range greatly.  However, at Zinda Law Group, our auto accident attorneys have handled many types of car accidents and may be able to help you too.  A few of the more common types of accidents include:

• Rear-end collisions
• Head-on collisions
• Drunk driving accidents
• Distracted driving accidents
• Texting and driving accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Rideshare accidents

If you or a loved one has been involved in any of these types of accidents, contact Zinda Law Group to speak about seeking maximum compensation for your injuries.

WHEN DO YOU NEED TO HIRE A CAR ACCIDENT LAWYER?

After an accident, it may seem like a good option to try to handle things on your own.  However, going forward without an attorney on your side can lead to easily avoidable mistakes.  Hiring an attorney is probably advisable in the following situations:

1. When You Have Been Blamed for Your Accident

After an accident, it is human nature to try to point fingers and assign blame.  Even if you weren’t at fault at all in your situation, a failure to fight against allegations brought against you could eventually hurt your chances to recover for your injuries.  An experienced attorney may be able to help you fight these claims and make sure that your side of the story is told fully and persuasively.

2. Your Accident Has Caused You Significant Stress

Dealing with the aftermath of an automobile accident can quickly become overwhelming.  Attempting to fight a legal battle while trying to address pressing medical needs can be too much for many to handle.  An experienced attorney may be able to help you efficiently manage your affairs while giving you an advocate in your fight to be treated fairly and justly.

3. When You’re Negotiating with an Insurance Company

For all of the marketing that insurance companies invest in to promote the message that they’re friendly neighborhood organizations, it is important to remember that they are businesses that exist to make money.  To this end, they often employ claims adjusters who specialize in collecting and framing information in a way that may damager your claim.  Hiring an attorney with experience handling communications with insurance companies may help you avoid making mistakes that could damage your chances to receive just compensation.

MAKING A CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM

There are no two car accidents that are the same, and that means that they will each require a unique, individualized approach.  However, most claims generally follow the same steps.

1. Hire an Attorney

First and foremost, it is important to hire an experienced attorney who has dealt with accidents in your area. The legal process can quickly become long and complicated, and having an experienced Cedar Park car accident attorney can make a world of difference.

2. Gather Information

After you have hired your attorney, they may be able to begin gathering the information that they’ll need for your case.  This can include any video or photo evidence that might be available, police reports, and interviews from witnesses who may have seen the accident.

3. Negotiate a Settlement

After they have had a chance to put together all of the relevant evidence, your attorney may be able to begin settlement negotiations with the other parties involved.  This step is especially important because most claims settle before they make it to trial.  An experienced attorney may be able to use their expertise to make persuasive arguments in favor of maximum compensation for your injuries.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO FILE A LAWSUIT?

For every accident, there is an associated statute of limitations, which is simply the legal term for the amount of time that you have from the date of the accident to start the legal process.  In Texas, the statute of limitations for car accidents is two years, meaning that you have two years from the date of your accident to file your personal injury claim.  There can be exceptions in cases that involve death or a victim who is under the age of eighteen, but generally speaking, it is advisable to seek the advice of a lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to make sure that your case isn’t tossed out on a technicality.

WHO IS AT FAULT?

After every car accident, an important part of the legal process is determining who is at fault.  If one party is obviously at fault, the result is usually predictable—that party will typically bear the costs of the other. However, real life is not as black-and-white, and multiple parties can be at fault for the same accident. In these cases, the general rule is that parties are responsible for the percentage of the damages that corresponds to the percentage that they were at fault. However, one important wrinkle is the fact that Texas is what is known as a “modified comparative fault” jurisdiction, meaning that an injured party seeking compensation will be barred if they bear more than half of the blame.

HOW MUCH IS MY CAR ACCIDENT WORTH?

One of the most pressing concerns for any accident victim is how much their case might be worth.  It is impossible to give any sort of accurate estimate without knowing the specific details of a claim, but the potential value of a claim is based upon the damages sustained by the victim. Damages can generally be split into two categories—economic and non-economic.  Economic damages are expenses like medical bills and damage to property, while non-economic damages include the pain suffering that you experience as a result of your injuries.

WHY CHOOSE THE CEDAR PARK CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS AT ZINDA LAW GROUP?

Our experienced attorneys have fought for numerous car accident victims.  We may be able to help you fight for compensation after you’ve been injured by another driver.  We believe no accident victims should have to worry about affording legal representation, which is why you don’t owe us anything unless we win your case.  That’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.

If you or a loved one has been in a car accident, contact the experienced attorneys at the Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free consultation.

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COMMON PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS

Car Accidents

One of the most common personal injury incidents is car accidents. Car wrecks are a frequent occurrence and may have a variety of causes, including speeding, distracted driving, failing to obey applicable traffic laws, running a stop sign or red light, or driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The driver who was at fault may often be liable for any injuries or damages caused by the accident.

Bicycles and Pedestrians

Bicyclists and pedestrians are often struck by vehicles. Because of the lack of protection afforded to bicyclists and pedestrians, as well as the speed and force of the vehicle, these accidents often result in severe injuries or even death. The vehicle’s driver may be liable for these accidents, especially if the bicyclist or pedestrian was in a crosswalk or following applicable traffic laws.

Dog Bites

Dog bite injuries can often be very severe. Bites can cause tissue and muscle damage, high risks of infection, and other complications. The dog’s owner or the property owner where the dog bite occurred may be liable for dog bites, especially if leash laws or other animal restrictions were not properly followed.

Product Liability

Consumers buy products that they assume are safe to use. However, these products may contain a defective part that causes the product to malfunction and cause an injury, or the product may have even been designed in a defective manner without appropriate safeguards. If the product caused an injury, the manufacturer or retailer may be liable for the product being defective or for failing to warn of possible dangers of using the product.

Slip and Fall

Slip and falls are another common personal injury accident. These accidents frequently occur on a wet floor in a business, which may be caused by a spilled liquid or recently mopped surface. Slip and falls may also be caused by a dropped object such as a banana peel, or by a defect in the surface itself, such as a crack in a sidewalk. The property owner may be liable for the slip and fall, especially if they knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, and the owner failed to properly warn of the dangerous condition or eliminate the risk, such as by putting up a caution sign for a wet floor or by cleaning spills and picking up litter.

Workplace Injuries

Workplace accidents may occur when safety measures such as protective equipment are not properly used, equipment is not properly maintained, or an employee or other person behaves negligently. Common workplace injuries may include electrocution or shock from exposed wiring, cuts or bruises from sharp edges, or broken limbs from falls or contact with machinery.

Wrongful Death

It is often difficult to cope with the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one. This loss may be even harder to understand and accept when the death was caused by the negligence or mistake of another person. Wrongful death claims may compensate families of loved ones killed in a car accident, by a defective product, in a workplace accident, or in similar situations.

WHO MAY BE RESPONSIBLE

The Party Who Caused the Accident or Injury

The party primarily liable for injuries suffered in an accident is generally the party who caused the accident. A driver who was at fault for the car accident or who struck a bicyclist or pedestrian may be liable for the accident. Similarly, the person who caused or failed to prevent an unsafe condition in a workplace or business may be liable for workplace injuries or slip and falls.

Employers

Sometimes, a party’s employer may also be liable for your injuries. For car accidents, the employer may be liable if the employee was acting in the scope of employment at the time of the accident, such as a delivery driver or employee using a company vehicle. Employers may also be liable for workplace injuries, like if an accident occurred because the employer failed to properly maintain or inspect machinery, failed to properly train employees, or failed to ensure proper safety measures were in place and followed.

Property Owners

Property owners may be liable for injuries suffered on their property, such as slip and fall accidents. Premises liability arises when the owner’s fails to warn of dangerous conditions or to keep surfaces clean and free of dangerous conditions such as spilled liquids or slippery objects. Property owners may also be liable for dog bites suffered on their property.

Manufacturer

Manufacturers may be liable for injuries caused by their defective products. Manufacturers may be held responsible for products that were defectively designed or manufactured, or for failing to adequately warn customers of any dangers the product may pose. Similarly, retailers that sold or marketed the product may also be liable for marketing these products that contained defects or lacked adequate warnings.

HOW DO I PROVE MY CASE?

To make a successful personal injury claim, you must show that the other party acted negligently by meeting the following elements:

• The other person owed a duty of care to you, such as a duty to avoid accidents with other drivers on the road.
• The other party breached this duty of care owed to you, such as by driving drunk or failing to leash a dog as required by law.
• The other party’s breach of duty actually caused your injuries or damages.
• You must have suffered damages, such as injuries, property damage, or even death.
  

HOW TO FILE A CLAIM

Gather Documentation

After an accident, you should maintain as much documentation as possible. Medical records and bills, witness statements and contact information, employer statements, pictures of the accident scene and any contributing factors, any warning signs or labels, and other documentation could be crucial to successfully seeking the compensation you may be entitled to.

Contact an Attorney

You should contact an experienced Cedar Park personal injury attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Time is often of the essence because important evidence may be lost if too much time passes before beginning your claim. A personal injury lawyer may be able to handle your claim while you focus on recovering from any injuries.

Negotiation

Your attorney may negotiate with the other party or insurer to reach a settlement agreeable to both parties so that trial may be avoided. This process may involve discussions about the available evidence proving the other party’s liability or the severity of your injuries.

Trial

If your attorney is unable to reach a settlement with the other party or the insurer, your case may proceed to trial. Here, your attorney may use the evidence gathered during their investigation, like testimony from the parties and witnesses, to prove your case before the judge or jury.

WHY YOU NEED A LAWYER

Personal injury accidents may be very complicated, and an experienced Cedar Park personal injury attorney may be the difference in successfully pursuing the compensation you may be entitled to. A lawyer may have experience negotiating with insurance companies and proving liability in personal injury cases. This experience may help the attorney successfully reach a settlement with the insurer or pursue compensation for your injuries at trial. With a personal injury attorney handling your claim, you may not have to bear the burden of pursuing compensation for your injuries or losses alone.

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Texas is two years from the date the injury occurred. If you do not file a lawsuit within this time frame, you may be unable to pursue any legal action against the party that caused your injuries unless an exception applies. If a minor was injured, the statute of limitations may not begin running until the minor reaches the age of 18. Other exceptions to the statute of limitations include anyone who may have a disability, such as someone who was put into a coma or suffered some other physical or mental disability that may serve to prevent the statute of limitations from beginning to run until the disability ends.

GET HELP FROM A CEDAR PARK PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY TODAY

At Zinda Law Group, our personal injury lawyers may be able to assist you with your personal injury claim. We help our clients pursue the maximum compensation they may be entitled to after being injured because of the negligence of another.

Call (800) 863-5312 today for a free consultation with one of our experienced Cedar Park personal injury lawyers. As one of our clients, you will not pay anything unless we can win your car accident case. That’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.