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What Types of Damages Can I Seek?

The three most common types of damages in car accident cases are medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. These are all classified as “economic damages” because they have a quantifiable value. Depending on the extent of your injuries, you may also have a claim for “non-economic damages,” which may include physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of spousal companionship and services.More about Car Accident Attorney San Antonio here
Medical expenses are often the most significant concern because even a seemingly minor accident can lead to thousands of dollars in bills. If an accident causes whiplash or traumatic brain injury, the victim may face weeks, months, or even years of additional medical care. When another driver’s negligence was responsible for such injuries, the victim has the right to seek compensation for any or all of the following:

• Hospitalization and emergency care;
• Ambulance and medical transportation fees;
• Follow-up consultations with specialists;
• Medical accessories to aid recovery (crutches, wheelchairs, etc.);
• In-home services, including any necessary non-medical care.

Our car accident attorneys can help adequately assess the total value of your economic and non-economic damages and seek appropriate compensation from the responsible parties. The last thing you want to deal with while recovering from your accident is deal with medical bills. We can help relieve you of that burden.

Can I File a Personal Injury Claim Even If I Was Partly Responsible for the Accident?

Some people do not pursue a personal injury claim following a car accident because they feel at least partly responsible. You should not feel that way. While some states bar a plaintiff from recovering if they are even found to be 1 percent liable for an accident, Texas is much more forgiving. Texas is an at-fault state regarding car accidents; specifically, it is a “comparative fault” jurisdiction. This means that any driver who is wholly or partially — at least 50 percent — at fault for an accident has to take responsibility. This means a plaintiff can recover damages against a negligent defendant regardless of the plaintiff’s relative fault. But any award will be reduced proportionately. Let’s say you get into an accident and sue the other driver. A jury awards you $100,000 in damages but also decides you were 20 percent at fault. The judge would then reduce the award by 20 percent to $80,000.

Why Should I Contact your Law Firm’s Car Accident Attorneys?

We know you have a lot of choices when it comes to hiring a personal injury attorney. What makes our Law Office unique is our commitment to family. Our attorneys understand that being injured in a car accident is traumatic and requires a personal touch. Unlike some impersonal mega-firms where clients are simply looked at as dollars, we strive to treat every client like a family member. Our attorneys have been widely recognized by their clients and peers for their outstanding service.

If you have been injured in a car accident, you no doubt have many questions about your legal rights. Our Law Office can provide the answers you seek. Let our family help your family: Call us today to schedule a free consultation.