Dallas Car Accident Attorney

Types of Auto Accident Claims

There are numerous types of car accidents that we see impacting drivers throughout Texas daily. Accidents can happen for various reasons and in different locations throughout the state. Generally, the point of impact where two cars meet often determines the type of collision in which a person is involved. Some types of car accidents impacting the lives of Texans include, but are not limited to:

• Head-On Collisions: Head-on collisions occur when two vehicles collide front-to-front. These accidents account for the majority of fatal accidents across our state and result in some of the most severe injuries for victims.
• Rear-End Crashes: These accidents occur when the front end of one vehicle collides with the rear end of a second vehicle. Many rear-end accidents are a result of distracted driving. Nearly 1.7 million rear-end collisions take place throughout the country each year.
• T-Bone Accidents: A side-impact collision, commonly referred to as a T-bone crash, occurs when the front end of one vehicle crashes into the side of a second vehicle. These accidents routinely occur in intersections and areas where one driver enters a second vehicle’s path. They are particularly dangerous for victims on the side of the vehicle’s impact.

Common Causes of Car Collisions in Texas

In Texas, there are various reasons why car accidents occur. Driver errors cause the majority of accidents across our state. Some leading causes of auto collisions our team helps victims recover from include those caused by:

• Speeding Drivers: Drivers who do not maintain a safe speed are likely to lose control of their vehicles. In many instances, speeding drivers cannot stop in time to avoid bicyclists, other vehicles at intersections, pedestrians, and objects on the road. As a result, they are at an increased risk of being injured in a collision. Furthermore, speeding drivers are likely to roll over on curved roads. Accidents involving speeding drivers are likely to end with life-threatening injuries.
• Distracted Drivers: There are several laws in place to prevent drivers from texting and talking on cell phones, yet we continue to see distracted drivers cause collisions at an alarming rate. Using cell phones, eating, reaching for items in the backseat, and engaging in other distracting behaviors can lead to severe collisions.
• Impaired Drivers: Although the number of impaired driving arrests has declined by nearly 33% over the past ten years in our state, we continue to see drunk drivers cause life-altering accidents at an alarming rate. In Texas, more than 1,000 people lose their lives in drunk driving accidents yearly, while thousands more are left with catastrophic injuries.

Damages For Which You May Recover Compensation

Our dedicated personal injury attorney at Rasansky | McKenzie Law can help you seek the maximum compensation possible for all the damages and losses you have endured due to your accident. Some of the most common damages that we help our clients recover for with a personal injury claim include:

• Lost wages: To recover lost wages, you must show that the accident caused you to miss work and that you have lost income.
• Medical expenses: In most cases, victims must seek medical treatment immediately after their accidents. If you have incurred medical expenses, you must show that the expenses were reasonable and necessary. This can include medical bills for surgery, hospitalization, or medication. Showing bills and medical records can help prove the medical expenses you have incurred from your crash.
• Long-term medical treatment costs: If you are still receiving treatment at the time of settlement or trial, it can be challenging to determine how much your treatment will cost. In these cases, it is often best to work with a medical expert who can testify to the expected cost of your future treatment.
• Vehicle repair expenses: If your vehicle was damaged due to a car wreck, you might be able to recover compensation to repair your vehicle or replace it from the insurance company, depending on the extent of the damage.

Types of Auto Accident Claims

In addition to passenger car accidents, we can also help with other types of motor vehicle accidents, such as:

• 18-Wheeler truck accidents: Our Texas personal injury attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law have experience handling all types of truck accident claims, from those involving negligent truck driving to those involving defective truck components. We will thoroughly investigate the cause of your accident and build a strong case. We will also work tirelessly to recover the maximum damages available for you under the law.
• Motorcycle accidents: We understand the unique challenges of filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit. We will ensure that all of the necessary evidence is collected and your rights are protected throughout the process. Our Texas personal injury lawyers at Rasansky | McKenzie Law have a proven track record of success in motorcycle accident cases, and we are ready to put our experience to work for you.

• Accidents caused by drunk drivers: If you have been involved in a drunk driving accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Our experienced personal injury lawyers can help you pursue a lawsuit against the driver who caused the accident. Our Texas car accident lawyers will help you gather evidence from the accident scene and various sources to prove that the other driver was impaired at the time of the accident. We will also work to prove that the driver’s actions caused your injuries.
• Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Claims: Personal injury protection is no-fault insurance coverage required by law in Texas. Drivers must have at least $2500 in PIP protection here in our state. It can help pay your medical bills and other financial losses after an accident, regardless of who was at fault. If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may be able to file a PIP lawsuit to recover additional damages. Our Texas personal injury lawyers have extensive experience handling PIP lawsuits. We can help you understand your legal rights and options and fight for the compensation you deserve.

No matter what type of motor vehicle accident you were involved in, our Texas car accident lawyers can help you get justice. We will take timely legal action against the responsible party and fight for fair compensation on your behalf. Contact our experienced personal injury lawyer today for a free consultation.

Not Sure What Your Rights Are?

If you are unsure of your rights as a car accident victim, call us for a free case review. We’re happy to explain the legal options available to you for no charge. We can give you our overall assessment of your claim, and it will never cost you a penny.

We can even handle your car wreck claim from beginning to end for no upfront cost to you. Our car accident attorneys only collect a fee if we win your case. If we don’t win your case and put money in your pocket, you never owe us a single dime.

We’re available to take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How Our Law Firm Can Help You

Rasansky | McKenzie Law is proud to offer comprehensive car accident representation to clients in Dallas-Fort Worth and the entire state of Texas. Our team of dedicated attorneys has extensive experience in personal injury law and will work hard to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome for your case.

Throughout the duration of your claim, our team will work diligently to ensure your legal rights and best interests are protected every step of the way. As we work on your claim, you can expect our law office to provide you with various services to ensure you can get justice. These include:

Gathering evidence: One of the first steps that our personal injury lawyer will take is to collect evidence of negligence on the part of the other driver. This may include obtaining a copy of the police report from the local police department, interviewing witnesses and taking statements from them, and reviewing any video footage from homes and businesses near the scene of the accident.

Our dedicated Texas car wreck lawyer will also review your insurance policy to determine your coverage and whether you may be entitled to any additional benefits. If the other driver was uninsured or underinsured, our dedicated legal advocates will work to recover damages from their insurance company. If you have been seriously injured in an accident, your lawyer will also investigate whether there are any other parties who may be liable for your injuries, such as the manufacturer of a defective vehicle part.

Qualifying and proving your damages: To qualify for damages, you must show that the other driver was the cause of the accident and that the injuries you suffered were caused by the accident. To prove your damages, you will need to provide medical documentation of your injuries, as well as any other evidence, such as photos of the accident scene or statements provided by witnesses. Our lawyers will work with you to gather all the necessary evidence and build a strong case for your compensation claim.

Get you the money you rightfully deserve: After building the strongest case possible on your behalf, our Texas personal injury attorney will demand compensation for the resulting injuries and damages. We will work with the insurance company and aggressively negotiate compensation to ensure you have the money you need. If we cannot come to a fair settlement agreement, our team will present evidence on your behalf in court and prove that you deserve the money we request.

Our Texas car accident lawyers at Rasansky | McKenzie Law have years of experience working with insurance companies to get our clients the settlements they deserve. We know how the insurance claims process works, and we will fight diligently to ensure that you are fairly compensated for your injuries and damages.

You can expect the lawyers at Rasansky | McKenzie Law to advocate for your best interest throughout the entire legal process. We truly understand how difficult it is for accident victims to move forward after being harmed in motor vehicle accidents. For this reason, we will handle all of the legal details of your case so you can focus on healing from your injuries.