A serious crash can change your health, your income and your family's routine in a matter of seconds. If you were hurt in a collision on the Coastal Bend, Daspit Law Firm can explain your options and help you pursue compensation from the people and insurers responsible. This page covers the injuries we see most often. For the legal side of a collision, see our page on car accident claims in Corpus Christi.
Our lawyers represent injured people in Corpus Christi, Nueces County and across South Texas. Many car accident cases involve disputes with insurance companies, so it matters that our team understands how those companies evaluate claims. Our lead attorney worked as an insurance defense lawyer before founding the firm, and that background informs how we prepare each case. As a personal injury attorney in Corpus Christi, we handle the claim while you focus on getting better.
We gather the crash report and medical records, work with investigators and other professionals where a case calls for it, deal with the insurance adjusters, and explain each decision in plain language before you make it.
Responsibility often falls on another driver, but it can also involve a vehicle owner, an employer or a company whose product or maintenance failed. Understanding common causes of car accidents helps us look at every party who may share fault.
The injuries below are among those that people report after a collision. Symptoms can appear hours or days later, so a medical evaluation soon after a crash is generally wise even if you feel fine.
Sprains, strains and whiplash may sound minor, but they can cause pain and limited movement for weeks or longer. Insurance companies sometimes downplay these injuries, so consistent treatment records can be important.
Fractures, chest injuries and internal bleeding may require surgery, hospital stays and long recovery periods. Internal injuries are not always obvious at the scene.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be difficult to detect, and symptoms may not appear for several days or weeks after the crash. Headaches, confusion, memory problems and mood changes should be mentioned to a doctor right away.
Spinal cord injuries can lead to paralysis and a need for lifelong medical care. Severe burns, such as extensive third-degree burns, are among the most painful injuries a person can suffer. These are examples of catastrophic injuries, which often carry lasting medical needs and may support larger claims.
You do not have to be the driver to be hurt. If you were riding in someone else's vehicle, you may have separate rights, which we discuss in our guide to passenger injuries.
Texas law generally allows an injured person to seek compensation for losses caused by someone else's negligence. Depending on the facts, that may include:
Medical bills, future treatment costs, lost wages and reduced earning ability, and vehicle repair or replacement.
Physical pain, emotional distress, disfigurement and the loss of enjoyment of daily life. If a crash is fatal, eligible family members may be able to bring a wrongful death claim.
Some coverage may be available regardless of fault, such as personal injury protection. When a collision involves a commercial tractor-trailer, the claim is often more involved, and our page on 18-wheeler accident claims explains why.
Call 911, get medical care, take photos of the scene and your injuries, and exchange information with the other driver. Avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurance company before speaking with a lawyer.
In Texas, a personal injury lawsuit generally must be filed within two years of the accident. A claim can also be reduced or barred if a person is found more than 50 percent at fault, so acting early helps protect your rights. Our guide to recovering from an insurance company explains how the claims process usually works.
If you or someone you love was hurt in a crash, contact Daspit Law Firm to talk through what happened and what may come next. Reach out today to schedule a case review with our Corpus Christi team.
Texas generally gives injured people two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Some situations, such as claims against a government entity, may have shorter notice rules. Speaking with a lawyer soon after a crash helps protect your options.
Yes, it is generally wise. Adrenaline can hide pain, and injuries such as concussions and internal bleeding may not show symptoms right away. A prompt exam also creates a medical record connecting your injuries to the collision.
You may still be able to recover compensation. Texas generally uses a modified comparative fault rule, which reduces your recovery by your share of fault and may bar it if you are found more than 50 percent responsible. A lawyer can review how fault may be assigned.
No lawyer can promise a specific amount. Value generally depends on the severity of your injuries, treatment costs, lost income and the effect on daily life. Our team can review your records and explain what may apply to your case.
You are not required to hire one, but insurers have their own adjusters and attorneys. Having a lawyer manage communications and negotiations can help you avoid mistakes and focus on recovery.
All too often, accident victims are steamrolled by insurance companies determined to minimize or deny their claims. Don't let this happen to you. Hire us to fight for the compensation you deserve.
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