Experienced Car Accident Attorney in Spring, Texas
Have you been injured in a car accident through no fault of your own? If so, it is important that you seek the assistance of a reliable car accident lawyer to advise you of your legal rights. It is also important that you seek necessary medical attention right away. Any delay in doing so may significantly hamper your ability to receive the compensation to which you are entitled.
I am Jason Holladay, the founder and owner of the Holladay Law Firm, PLLC. As an experienced personal injury attorney, I am dedicated to the pursuit of just compensation on your behalf. There is no cost to you unless I recover for you.
Common Car Accident Scenarios
Car accidents can be caused by a number of factors, and multiple parties may be at fault. This makes determining liability in a car accident potentially complex and overwhelming without the help of a lawyer. I have experience handling a variety of auto accidents, including those caused by:
- Drunk driving
- Car mechanical problems
- Distracted drivers
- Reckless drivers
- Tired or fatigued truck drivers and other motorists on the road
- Poor road conditions
A serious car accident can disrupt your personal and professional lives and can cost you a considerable amount in vehicle repairs or replacement, medical bills and lost earnings. If you have been in a car accident and another driver was at fault, you could be entitled to compensation to cover all your damages associated with the accident. By thoroughly investigating the cause of the accident, I can determine who is to blame and use my findings to build a strong injury claim on your behalf.
What Should You Do Right After A Car Accident?
Right after a car crash, retreat to a safe place, if possible. Call 911 or make sure that someone else calls 911. This is especially important if anyone has injuries or you believe another driver was to blame.
When medical personnel arrive at the scene, you should accept any emergency medical care or assessment that they offer. If they say you need an ambulance ride, do not fight it. Being in a car wreck involves a great deal of stress and excitement, and the adrenaline associated with the accident could result in you not noticing particular injuries or their symptoms.
The police should also arrive at the scene, and you should give them your version of what happened. The police will help to facilitate the exchanging of insurance and other information with the drivers involved in the car crash. The police are also trained to determine when a person is intoxicated and should not be driving or when they violated another law. If the driver is arrested or cited for a violation, it can help your car accident case in the future.
Police officers should prepare a report regarding what they think happened in the car crash, and you want your story in the police report. A police report can be valuable to present to the insurance company, as it might be persuasive regarding liability. If you talk to anyone following the auto accident, including the police or other drivers, make sure that you do not apologize or accept any fault for the car accident. To protect your rights, get legal counsel as soon as possible and keep communications with anyone else about your accident at a minimum.
Soft Tissue Injuries
A soft tissue injury is damage to the body’s connective tissue, such as muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The most common form of soft tissue injury in car accidents is whiplash. While painful, the injuries may not show up in X-rays. You need an experienced personal injury attorney to assert your right to compensation for the therapies and rest that you need to get better.
Head Injuries
Did you suffer a concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), skull fracture or lingering headaches? If your head struck the steering wheel, dashboard or window upon impact, your resulting head injury should be evaluated and monitored by medical professionals. If your TBI was serious, you may require evaluation, treatment and therapy from a neuropsychologist or another knowledgeable care provider.
Chest Injuries
The chest is typically one of the first body parts to experience crash impact, often in the form of broken ribs, punctured lungs and internal bleeding. The effects of these injuries may impact you for years or a lifetime.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord damage can significantly impair movement and feeling, commonly resulting in partial or complete paralysis. You and your family may need modifications to your home and vehicle as well as the services of a professional care attendant to adapt to your life after a spinal cord injury.
Superficial Injuries
In minor crashes, many people experience lacerations, bruises and abrasions. Although these injuries are not severe, they may cause scarring and disfigurement, which can lead to poor self-image and other problems.
Aggressive Driving
including speeding, tailgating and antagonizing other drivers
Reckless or Careless Driving
meaning driving with no regard for the safety of others, including ignoring signs and signals, making unsafe lane changes and failing to keep a lookout
Fatigued or Drowsy Driving
which can result in a driver falling asleep behind the wheel or being unable to react quickly enough to avoid a collision
Drunk or Drugged Driving
whether under the influence of alcohol, over-the-counter or prescription drugs, or street narcotics
Distracted Driving
including texting, making phone calls, eating, reading maps or other behaviors that diminish focus while driving
All of these behaviors are rooted in negligence. Every driver has a duty to drive in a manner that minimizes the risk of harm to themselves and others. Those who violate this duty of care can and should be held accountable for any damage that they cause. As a dedicated personal injury lawyer, I will work tirelessly to help you claim compensation for medical bills, lost wages and/or earning capacity, pain and suffering and other damages.
Get Information And Help At No Cost And Without Delay
The Holladay Law Firm, PLLC, has offices in Spring and The Woodlands, Texas, and serves clients throughout the surrounding areas. Call 1-888-925-4034 or send an email inquiry to learn more about your legal options in a free case evaluation.