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Motor Vehicle Accidents in Houston

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Were you or a member of your family involved or injured in a car accident? If you sustained injuries and property damage, we can help you get your life back on track. Call us at the Motor Vehicle Accident Law Offices of “insert attorney name” in Houston. We will get you the best possible results.

Overview

Leading reasons that cause motor vehicle accidents:
- Driver negligence (speeding, using cell phones, aggressive behavior)
- Drunk driving
- Road hazards
- Defects in the automobile
- Weather – rain, icy roads

Auto accident injuries that can occur are:
- Whiplash
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
- Bone, joint or muscle injuries
- Head and/or brain injuries

In Texas, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of injury and death.

In Houston, more than 50,000 car accidents happen each year.

Houston has a Safe Clear program which was created to keep the highways safer and insurance premiums lower.

Most car accidents are handled through insurance companies but if there is personal injury of property damage involved, a lawsuit can arise.

Damages can include:
- Medical bills
- Property loss
- Loss of wages

If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident
At the scene

Call the police – do not leave the scene.
Do not move the vehicle unless it is blocking traffic.
Call for an ambulance if needed. If you are injured, remain in your vehicle.
Exchange with the other driver:
- Name
- Address
- Telephone number
- Driver’s license
- Registration number
- Insurance company name and policy number
- Get all passenger and witness names (if any)
Do not discuss the accident with anyone other than the police.
- Get passenger and witness names (if applicable).
Keep a camera, pad and pencil in your car – take photos of damages.
If your car needs to be towed, get name, license number, phone number, address and registration number of the towing driver/company.

When the police arrive

In Houston, a police officer or the regional Crash Investigation Unit will arrive to investigate.
You will be given an accident card with the officer’s or Crash investigator’s name and phone number in order to contact them if necessary.
The officer will issue a report once the investigation is complete.
Criminal charges can be issued.

Later

Call your insurance company with details of the auto accident.
Go to your doctor that day, even if you do not have any injuries.
Get a copy of the police report as soon as you can.
Contact an attorney – see if you are entitled to compensation.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage

In Houston – uninsured/underinsured benefits are stackable.
- You can combine coverage from several auto policies.

Personal Injury

Definition: You are injured in an auto accident due to the negligence of another person.
Texas law limits the amount of time you have to bring action against the negligent person.

Wrongful Death

Definition: Losing a loved one due to the negligence of another person.
You, as a survivor, may be entitled to monetary damages.
Texas law has a time limit to file a claim for monetary damages – do not delay; call us immediately.

Recovering Damages

In Houston, if you are injured from an auto accident, you can recover for:
- Physical or mental pain and suffering
- medical expenses/future medical expenses
- property damage
- past and future income
- any disfigurement

The amount you recover depends on:
- Who was negligent?
- How did the accident happen?
- How serious are your injuries?
- What kind of medical treatment do you need – cost, frequency, extent?
- How much insurance coverage is available?

Conclusion
If you have been involved in an automobile accident and have serious injuries, contact an attorney at the Motor Vehicle Accident Law Offices of “insert attorney name”. We will evaluate your case and explain your best legal options.