Houston Car Accident Lawyers
Auto Accident Injury Attorneys
DWI Accident Victim Attorneys
If you have been injured in a car accident, what are your rights? While an insurance adjustor may answer your questions, the adjustor works for the insurance company and needs to protect the company's interests. As soon as you come in contact with the insurance company adjuster, they work to lessen their exposure and shift blame on to you if possible. If you are injured in a car accident, it is important for you to have experienced car accident lawyers working for you from the moment you begin dealing with the insurance company. It is extremely important for you to have a personal injury lawyer working for you before you give a statement to the insurance company adjuster.
DWI accidents can cause horrific injuries. Often the perpetrator has a history of driving while intoxicated and/or somebody else knowingly put the keys in his hand. If you have been the victim of an accident caused by a drunk driver, it is extremely important to have qualified injury attorneys representing you from the very beginning of the investigation. Michael P. Fleming, former Harris County Attorney, has represented cops and law enforcement agencies for many years and is board certified as a specialist in personal injury trial law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Put his years of experience as a trial lawyer and running a large law enforcement agency to work for you or your loved one when victimized by a drunk driver.
Car accidents can happen for many reasons. The basic elements of a car or truck accident are similar to any negligence claim. To prove somebody acted in a negligent manner causing recoverable damages (such as in an automobile accident), your injury attorneys must prove:
Car wrecks can be the result of driver inattention, excessive speed, distractions and impairment. Car accidents that are the result of driver impairment are quite common. The impairment can be caused by many factors including drug and alcohol abuse. In the event you have been injured in a car accident caused by a drunk driver, you need experienced personal injury attorneys to protect your rights from the start. The more serious your injuries — especially if they require surgery, extended treatment, or time away from work — the more you need a personal injury lawyer to advocate for your rights.
In some cases, a claim for personal injuries from a car accident may also be brought against individuals other than the negligent driver. If the driver was working for another company or individual then the employer may be responsible for the driver's negligence and the resulting damages. Furthermore, even if not working, the owner of the vehicle may be liable for the negligence of the driver. This is known as liability for negligent entrustment. Under this cause of action, an owner of a vehicle that allows another to operate it can be held liable for his or her negligent driving. The owner - whether friend, acquaintance, parent, brother, sister, spouse or other relative - may be liable if they negligently entrusted the vehicle to somebody they knew, or should have know, to be a reckless, incompetent or unlicensed driver. Car accidents often result in injuries to bicycle riders.
If your car accident happened while at work, you may be entitled to compensation from your employer. If you were injured in a bus accident, call us immediately.
Contact the Houston car accident attorneys at the Michael P. Fleming & Associates personal injury law firm.
Your Advocates Before the Insurance Company and in the Courtroom
At the Michael P. Fleming & Associates law firm, you will talk to Houston personal injury attorneys who are focused on your best interests. Michael P. Fleming is an experienced personal injury lawyer and is board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law. This Houston injury law firm has been awarded the AV rating (highest) by Martindale - Hubbell. Mr. Fleming is also a former Harris County Attorney with a reputation for effective courtroom skills. He has been recognized as at Texas Super Lawyer for years and is one of the very small percentage of attorneys to have argued and won a case before the Supreme Court of the United States.
Our law firm represents clients who have suffered serious or catastrophic injuries in an automobile accident, such as a spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or other head, neck, or back injury. In addition, we represent families of fatal crash victims through wrongful death lawsuits. Our Houston personal injury lawyers offer experience, support, and guidance to clients following a serious motor vehicle accident, including:
- Car wrecks
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- DWI Accidents
- Bus Accidents
- Yamaha Rhino ATV Accidents
What To Do After a Car Accident
- Take care of your injuries. Your first need after a car accident is to get medical treatment. If you are injured, do not delay in seeking medical attention from a licensed medical doctor. Some people injured in an automobile accident put off going to the doctor or emergency room. Unfortunately, a delay in seeking medical attention for an injury sustained in a car accident can be used against you by the insurance company. The faster you seek medical help the sooner you may be able to heal from your injuries. Find out the extent of your injuries and follow treatment recommendations.
- Talk to an attorney, not an insurance company. Often after a car accident, victims are contacted by insurance company representatives seeking a recorded statement regarded the automobile accident. When you are recovering from an injury, you are not in the best condition to answer an insurance company's detailed questions. Report the accident, but then talk to a personal injury lawyer immediately. At the Houston personal injury law firm of Michael P. Fleming & Associates, we are ready to listen and protect your interests.
- Act quickly. The sooner you talk to an auto accident attorney, the better. The accident evidence and witness accounts will still be fresh. There is a statute of limitations in Texas of two years. When you are the victim of a serious car accident, the insurance company will be working hard to collect facts and evidence to bolster a defense to your claim. It is crucial that you contact experienced car accident lawyers who are board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law.
The impact of lost wages, accumulating medical bills, and other expenses can be overwhelming to injured individuals and their families. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, speak with a lawyer who is committed to you and your case. Contact the personal injury litigation attorneys at the Michael P. Fleming & Associates, P.C. Houston injury law firm. Our Houston Injury Lawyers are ready to hear from you today.
