Many Texas personal injury cases get resolved through insurance settlements or pretrial negotiations. However, some cases do end up at trial, where the outcome is left to a judge or jury. No two lawsuits are the same, and the reason … Continue reading
In Texas, if you win your case, liable parties and their insurance companies are responsible for paying your court judgment. The liable party is the person, business, or entity whose negligent actions caused your injury and subsequent losses. Generally, the money … Continue reading
Most of the money you might receive as a personal injury settlement or jury award in Texas will be tax-free. This means damages received for medical expenses or for pain and suffering are not taxable. Federal tax law exempts damages … Continue reading
Personal injury settlements in Texas are typically paid out in either of two ways: as a lump sum or through a structured settlement. Lump Sum Payment A lump sum payment is one way to receive a personal injury settlement. This … Continue reading
Are you dissatisfied with your personal injury lawyer and wondering if you can fire them? The answer is yes. You can dismiss your attorney at any time without stating a reason. As a client, you deserve to be satisfied with … Continue reading
Getting fair compensation from a personal injury claim can be a challenging task. If you’re seriously injured and seeking fair compensation for your losses, you might already know that insurance companies don’t make it easy. They use defense lawyers and … Continue reading
Not every injury suffered in a car accident, a slip and fall, or other mishap warrants a personal injury claim. You must be able to prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injury and that the amount of losses you … Continue reading
The aftermath of an accident that leaves you seriously injured is a highly emotional time. In addition to medical issues, if someone else was at fault, you may be at a loss as to how to hold them financially accountable … Continue reading
When a careless individual or business causes an accident that leads to injuries, seeking compensation for those injuries can be a challenge. When a government entity causes an injury, pursuing compensation is complicated by the issue of sovereign immunity. Government … Continue reading
Not everyone involved in a car accident is the epitome of perfect health at the time of the collision. A person in a collision may experience effects on their physical and mental well-being following a significant Dallas car accident. How … Continue reading
