Post-accident actions may impact legal case building for damage compensation in Tyler Texas.

Texas – April 29, 2021

A two car crash on Highway 110 S in Smith County resulted in the death of one driver and injury to the other.  The driver of a Honda Accord was stopped on Meador Cemetery Road waiting to enter Highway 110, failed to yield the right of way to a Volkswagen Jetta traveling Northbound on Highway 110 and was struck as she entered the highway.  She was transported to a Tyler hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries.  The driver of the Volkswagen was taken to a nearby medical center in stable condition.  Accident victims, or loved ones who have been injured, or suffered harmful loss caused by a motor vehicle accident should be aware that their actions immediately afterward may impact their physical and financial compensation.  Because accidents can result in catastrophic injury and death, it is recommended that victims seek the assistance of experienced car accident attorneys in Texas, who are instrumental in personal injury litigation, and wrongful death claims.

Post-accident actions.

Accident victims should take certain actions to preserve information and evidence that may help with case building toward comprehensive damage recovery including:

• Calmly assessing the situation and offering help to other accident victims when possible,
• Calling law enforcement to the scene immediately for reporting,
• Keeping comments regarding fault to oneself,
• Seeking emergency medical attention even if injuries are not visible to the human eye,
• Obtaining witness contact information where possible,
• Reporting accident to employer and insurance,
• Taking video, or photos of accident scene and property damages,
• Consultation with an accident lawyer.

It is important to ascertain who may be responsible for a motor vehicle accident. Catastrophic injuries, property loss, and wrongful death may leave victims and their loved ones with exorbitant medical bills and replacement costs that will plummet them into financial ruin without compensation from negligent parties.  Accident attorneys will guide victim’s actions toward fiscal recovery after the loss of a loved one.  

Texas statute of limitations.

The statute of limitations, or time a person has to file a claim against another party is two years in Texas, with specific inclusions regarding wrongful death, medical malpractice and claims against government entities.  

Damages.

A Texas accident lawyer can explain valuation determinations for auto insurance claims, settlements and damage awards for economic losses including lost wages, medical bills, medical care, and treatment, plus household expenses; and non-economic loss including pain and suffering, loss of consortium, or companionship.  Personal injury attorneys will guide accident victim’ actions toward financial recovery on a case-specific basis.  

Hire a Texas attorney.

Experienced Texas attorneys at the Cooper Law Firm can file a legal action for personal injury claims and wrongful death losses, as well as survivor’s insurance benefits related to motor vehicle accident harmful losses.  

Cooper Law Firm

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2222
Longview, TX 75606

Physical Address: 501 N Third St,
Longview, TX 75601

Telephone ; (903) 297-0037
Toll-Free: 1-855-297-HURT (4878)
Facsimile: (903) 236-0035

Sources.

https://www.cbs19.tv/article/news/local/dps-confirms-one-dead-after-crash-on-hwy-110-in-smith-county/501-73117b53-16f5-433d-93eb-16ace8fd55fe

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.16.htm

https://www.tdi.texas.gov/consumer/auto-insurance.html 

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/TN/htm/TN.601.htm#601.051

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/SDocs/CIVILPRACTICEANDREMEDIESCODE.pdf