DeSoto Car Accident Attorney

Car Crash Lawyer Protecting Your Interests in a DeSoto, Texas Vehicle Wreck Claim

A car crash may happen in seconds, but it can affect your life for months or even years afterward. If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a crash caused by another party's negligence, you may be able to obtain compensation. Motor vehicle accident claims often present challenges, making it difficult for most people to collect the full damages they deserve. To succeed in your claim, you need an effective personal injury attorney on your side.

Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. has helped countless individuals and families recover much-deserved compensation after a variety of injury-producing accidents. With over 30 years of experience and a certification by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trials, Attorney Andrews provides exceptional representation focused on maximizing your compensation and minimizing your stress.

Understanding Negligence in DeSoto, Texas Car Wrecks

Most personal injury and wrongful death claims after car crashes are based on negligence. You need evidence showing that another party's negligence directly caused a wreck that resulted in injuries and damages. The term "damages" refers to financial and non-financial losses or the money you could receive because of those losses.

Around 94 percent of car crashes happen due to some type of driver error. Examples of careless and preventable errors that frequently cause car wrecks include:

• Drunk, fatigued, or otherwise impaired driving
• Tailgating
• Driver distractions, such as texting while driving
• Failing to yield the right of way
• Speeding or going too fast for conditions

If defective auto parts led to your wreck, we can assist with a product liability claim.

While negligent drivers may be the primary cause of auto collisions, they are not the only parties who can contribute to these situations. For example, government entities could be liable if poor road conditions lead to wrecks. If a cargo issue results in a truck accident, the cargo loader might be at fault.

Potential Complications in Texas Car Accident Cases

Your claim may involve complex situations that could limit your compensation if they are not handled correctly. Hit-and-run drivers, uninsured motorists, multiple-vehicle collisions, commercial vehicle or government agency involvement, and contracted drivers are common examples.

You could be partially at fault for your wreck. In Texas, you can still obtain compensation if you are 50 percent or less responsible. However, your damages will be reduced according to your degree of fault. An insurance company may try to unfairly shift the blame to you to avoid paying your claim.

One of the biggest challenges you could face will likely be the insurer's reluctance to pay your claim. Your damages might include lost wages, medical expenses, property damage, and pain and suffering. Additional damages may be available in a wrongful death claim. Although insurance companies know how to calculate a claim's value, they may try to minimize or eliminate your payout.

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Call Our DeSoto, TX Car Accident Lawyer

If a car wreck has interrupted your life, you do not have to carry the burden alone. Jerry D. Andrews, P.C. helps car accident victims recover compensation and hold the at-fault parties liable for the harm their negligence has caused. Your consultation is free, and you will not owe fees unless we win your case. Contact our DeSoto, Texas car accident attorney or call us at 214-221-5800 now. Se Habla Español.