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Many people don’t realize that electric scooters can and do cause accidents, injuries, and even deaths. Although reliable statistics are not yet available, widespread reports indicate the incidence of scooter accidents in Dallas, Texas is rapidly increasing with the arrival of electric scooter rentals offered by two major companies, Bird and Lime.

A young business man riding an electric scooter downtown
Basically, the more popular electric scooters become due to their convenience and trendiness, the more accidents we are seeing occur due to their unsafe nature. These vehicles are inherently dangerous for a number of reasons including:

Scooters, like motorcycles and bicycles, provide absolutely no frame protection for the rider
Scooters are nearly invisible on the road
Scooters are unstable – the wheels lock easily, and road obstacles such as potholes can throw the rider into the street
Riders are often inexperienced

If you were injured in a Dallas electric scooter accident, call the Rasansky | McKenzie Law today and schedule your free consultation.

How Common Are Electric Scooter Collisions in Dallas?

Electric scooter companies such as Lime and Bird have grown in popularity in recent years. Electric scooters are very easy to rent. Riders just install an app on their phones, find a dockless location in their area, and ride the rented e-scooter to their destination.

Although they are easy to rent and fun to ride, electric scooters also pose a serious safety risk. A report published by the Consumer Product Safety Commission shows that about 50,000 injured e-scooter riders were admitted to hospital emergency rooms from 2017 to 2019. Almost 30 fatalities were reported during that same time.

E-scooter accidents are a common occurrence in Dallas. Another study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that 150 electric scooter riders in Dallas were injured during a three-month time period. Roughly half of all e-scooter injuries in Dallas were listed as “severe.”

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We Can Help You File Your Dallas Personal Injury Claim

Just like pedestrians and cyclists, e-scooter riders are exposed and vulnerable. When they get struck by a motor vehicle, the injuries sustained are often very serious. A Dallas electric scooter accident lawyer from Rasansky | McKenzie Law can make sure you understand your rights and all possible legal options so you can successfully recover compensation for your serious injuries.

There are a few noteworthy factors that come into play when evaluating these accidents, such as:

Who Was at Fault for Your E-Scooter Accident?

As with any other personal injury case, the burden of proving negligence rests with the injured person (plaintiff). This means, in order to collect financial compensation for your electric scooter accident, you will have to present evidence that shows that someone else’s negligence caused your accident, whether it was due to another motorist’s actions or a manufacturing issue with the scooter.

For example, if a driver failed to yield the right of way to your electric scooter and hit you while you legally crossed the street, the driver of that vehicle can be held liable for your injuries. If, however, you were operating the electric scooter in an unsafe manner when the accident happened, it will be extremely challenging to prove that you are entitled to financial compensation. The electric scooter accident lawyers at Rasansky | McKenzie Law have investigated thousands of personal injury accidents, and can help you determine whether there is potential for you to make a successful claim.

How Severe Are Your Injuries?

The size of the settlement involved in an electric scooter accident hinges mainly on the degree of your injuries and how much they have impacted and will continue to impact your life. The rule of thumb is the more serious the injury, the greater the damages, and the greater the compensation you can expect to recover. Most e-scooter crash damages include monetary losses, like medical bills, emergency medical care, and lost wages. They could also potentially include quality of life damages, such as pain, suffering, and long-term or permanent disabilities.

Proving all of these damages is time consuming, expensive, and difficult. It often involves the help of specialists, such as economists and medical experts. After three decades of practicing law, the Dallas electric scooter accident lawyers at Rasansky | McKenzie Law know the most effective way to prove damages and have a well-established track record of helping e-scooter crash victims recover full and fair financial compensation.

What Are the Potential Sources of Recovery?

Recognizing all possible sources of recovery is an essential step in securing the best possible settlement for an electric scooter accident case. Whether through the negligent driver’s assets or their auto insurance policy, your own insurance company, or the e-scooter manufacturer’s insurance company, it is vital to find out if adequate coverage and resources are available to compensate your damages. Figuring this out early on will drastically affect the legal strategy that your scooter accident lawyers will use in your case.

Knowing the answers to these important questions is the best way to ensure you collect maximum recovery after being seriously injured in an e-scooter accident. At Rasansky | McKenzie Law, an electric scooter accident lawyer can explain in greater detail how these factors will influence your electric scooter accident case and what steps you need to take to secure the best possible settlement for your situation.

More E-Scooter Riders Means More E-Scooter Accidents

In Dallas, as in other major cities, electric scooters are strategically placed around the city, making them convenient for anyone to use. They don’t connect to a dock, so the would-be scooter rider can happen across one anytime, make a spur-of-the-moment decision to grab one, sign in with the app, and ride it to their next destination where they simply leave it behind for someone else to use. These scooters are simple to operate, and since so many people prefer them to walking, they have become quite popular. Unfortunately, this means that a lot of people who are inexperienced and without proper training are operating these scooters, and the overwhelming majority of riders do not wear a helmet. This has created a recipe for disaster.

The appearance of electric scooters on Dallas roadway areas has brought with it an increase in e-scooter accident rates. Although e-scooters for rent are too new of a service to have generated any statistical e-scooter accident data, the death toll has begun to climb. Regrettably, Dallas holds the rather dubious distinction of witnessing the very first e-scooter accident death, which took place in 2018. Since then, more and more fatal rental scooter crashes have taken place nationwide.

Most of Dallas’ e-scooter accident injuries are caused by their negligent and reckless use. For instance, scooter rider intoxication is a frequent issue, because e-scooters are commonly used by riders to get from one bar to another. Failing to obey traffic laws, and failing to drive the scooters defensively creates a great deal of risk of injury. Additionally, when a scooter runs over uneven pavement, it can cause its operator to be ejected from it and sustain serious injuries. This creates a hazardous situation for other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians as well.

Rider Vulnerability Makes E-Scooter Accidents More Serious

Electric scooter accidents have been an issue ever since these rental vehicles became a fixture on Dallas streets. Electronic scooters are a favorite mode of transportation among younger, college-aged kids. They are enjoyed by many in the metropolitan areas, such as downtown. The young demographic of their users combined with a densely populated urban environment has resulted in more than a few scooter operators being involved in serious and even fatal accidents.

Several large cities, including Dallas, have started to regulate the operation of rental scooters. One of the first steps they have taken was to disallow their use on sidewalks as a means of improving pedestrian safety. This means that electric scooter riders now have to share the roadway with vehicles that are substantially larger, such as pick-up trucks, SUVs, buses, and even tractor-trailers. And with current regulations failing to compel scooter riders to wear helmets, the risk to riders is increased even more.

The Dallas personal injury lawyers from Rasansky | McKenzie Law are keeping a close eye on electric scooter accident data as well as the evolving law surrounding these accidents. If you sustained injuries in a Bird or Lime scooter accident, schedule your free consultation with us today.

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Texas Electric Scooter Safety Laws

Texas, along with several local governments, has enacted regulations that govern the use of e-scooters. The Texas Transportation Code now provides the following laws for the use of electric scooters:

E-scooters may only be ridden on streets where the speed limit is less than 35 miles per hour
Municipalities and counties are entitled to forbid the use of electronic scooters on streets or sidewalks as they see fit for the purposes of public safety
E-scooters may be used on designated bicycle paths
An e-scooter rider does have the right to cross a street regardless of the posted speed limit

Despite these new laws, there are still a lot of riders who either disregard them or are unaware that they even exist.

Common Causes of Electric Scooter Accidents

There are many causes that contribute to accidents involving electric scooters but here are some of the most common:

Reckless driving while crossing intersections
Pedestrians hit by scooters
Riders being hit by other vehicles
Road hazards
Riding double
Riding on sidewalks
Extremely low visibility
Instability
Inexperienced riders
Trips and falls caused by improperly parked scooters

If you were injured in a scooter accident in Dallas, call Rasansky | McKenzie Law today to make sure your right to compensation is protected.

Common Vehicle Defects That Cause Electric Scooter Accidents

Electric motor scooters are not as closely regulated as conventional motor vehicles, but defective scooters are just as capable of producing serious injuries. These crashes have caused a wide range of injuries, including traumatic brain injuries and other head injuries. Some common scooter malfunctions that frequently cause these accidents are:

Defective brakes
Throttles that stick, eliminating your ability to accelerate and decelerate
Front wheels that lock and restrict your steering ability
Power surges
Faulty handlebars
Electronic malfunctions
Defective batteries

These along with numerous other defects can cause an e-scooter to be extremely dangerous. In some instances, the designer or manufacturer of the scooter could be held accountable in a Dallas product liability case.Our Dallas personal injury attorneys represent people who get injured due to another’s negligence, and that includes those injured in Lime and Bird scooter crashes, as well as any other brand of electric scooter. Call us today to find out how we might be able to help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

Potential Scooter Accident Injuries

Potential injuries you could receive from a scooter accident can vary greatly. These injuries can include:

Sprains and strains
Broken bones
Mild to severe concussions
Cuts and bruises
Wrist and/or arm injuries
Ankle and/or leg injuries
Neck injuries
Back injuries
Spinal cord damage

If you have an accident with a motor vehicle, your scooter accident injuries could potentially be much worse and even include death.

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7 Tips for Riding Electric Scooters Safely

Take the time to learn how to operate the scooter and learn about all of its functions by reading the online manual before you rent one for the first time. Despite the straightforward functionality of electric scooters, riders should be fully educated on operating the scooter to ensure their safety.
Check that the scooter is functioning properly before you take off at full steam.
Locate and test the brakes, adjust the handlebars, and check the battery charge
Practice. Before hitting the streets of Dallas with intense traffic, get acquainted with the scooter on a less busy street, making sure you know where the brake controls are and how quickly they will stop you. Practice different riding scenarios in a safe area before getting onto downtown Dallas’ busy streets.
Wear safety gear. Even seemingly insignificant bumps on the head can cause lasting damage to our brains. Wearing a helmet can lessen the chance of serious brain injury from an electric scooter crash. To add bodily protection, consider wearing knee and elbow pads too.
Follow all traffic laws and know where you are supposed to ride. A city ordinance requires that scooters need to stay on the street. They’re not allowed on sidewalks or city trails. Accidents in which pedestrians were hit by riders on sidewalks and street crossings have already been reported in the local news.
Ride proactively. Always ride in designated lanes. Because of your vehicle’s small size, car and truck drivers may miss seeing you.
One rider per scooter at a time. Electric scooters are not made for two people to ride at the same time. The added weight can lead not only to difficulty balancing, but can also break the scooter.

Electric Scooter Personal Injury Claim

Scooter rental is new in Dallas, but we’re already seeing electric scooter injuries happening in accidents on our streets. The potential for serious injury is high in a scooter collision primarily due to the lack of bodily protection. If an accident is caused due to the negligence of the other party, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries through filing a personal injury claim.

Wrongful Death Claim

In the case of a fatal accident, Texas wrongful death law allows specific family members of the deceased to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Damages can include compensation for:

Mental anguish
Loss of care, support, guidance, counsel, love, and companionship
Loss of earning capacity
Loss of inheritance
Loss of household services

If you lost a loved one due to injuries sustained in an electric scooter accident, and you think someone else may be at fault, contact one of our experienced personal injury attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law. We offer our clients a free case evaluation and there is never any out of pocket expense to you. We work strictly on a contingency basis. We’ve helped countless clients get the injury compensation they deserve.

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Comparative Negligence and Your E-Scooter Accident Claim

It is crucial to understand Texas’ rule of modified comparative negligence since it frequently comes up in scooter accidents. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your accident, more than one person might share liability, such as:

The scooter rider
A car driver
A bicyclist or pedestrian
The company that manufactured the scooter
The retail e-scooter company itself

Texas law states that multiple parties can share liability. Liability is assigned to each individual based on their percentage of fault for the accident. According to the rules of modified comparative negligence, you will be prohibited from recovering any compensation whatsoever if you are more than 50% at fault. Barring that, your damages will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you.

For instance, if you are found to be 25% at fault for your scooter collision, then your overall compensation will be lowered by 25%.

Don’t E-Scooter Riders Have to Sign a Waiver?

There are at least three scooter rental companies currently operating in Dallas, making e-scooters readily available to the public: Goat, Bird, and Lime. All three use very similar scooters that are manufactured by Segway. Furthermore, their operating instructions and user agreements are all nearly identical, using almost the exact same language, and they all include waivers of liability.

This is hardly unexpected since liability waivers are everywhere. At amusement parks, concerts, and even when you park your vehicle in a parking garage, your ticket usually includes a waiver for theft and damages. Whether or not these waivers are enforceable by these scooter companies depends a great deal on the events leading up to the accident and the injury or damages it caused.

If you can prove that someone else’s negligence was the cause of your injury, you are entitled to file a lawsuit against them in an effort to recover your medical bills and other damages. In some cases, this is true even if you signed a waiver. For example, let’s say you decide to use a scooter rental company. You install their app onto your phone and rent a scooter. While you are riding along the city streets, the car in front of you suddenly slams on its brakes. You hit the scooter brakes as hard as you can but crash into the back of the car anyway. A Dallas electric scooter accident lawyer may be able to help you successfully sue the scooter company if you are able to prove that the scooter was not properly maintained, causing the brakes to be unreliable in an emergency situation.

Your lawsuit might also be successful if the operating instructions supplied by the manufacturer were inadequate for preventing the collision. The Dallas e-scooter accident attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law can help you evaluate your rights if you have been injured due to manufacturer or driver negligence.

Holding Scooter Rental Companies Responsible

The three companies previously mentioned that rent out scooters in Dallas are registered and located in other states outside of Texas. This means that determining liability for an injury accident is going to be an arduous and challenging process. In addition to pinpointing the person or company liable for the accident, a complete investigation of the accident must be completed. Having an attorney to take care of this for you will greatly improve your chances of a successful outcome.

It is important for anyone injured in a Goat scooter accident, Bird scooter accident, or Lime scooter accident to find out what insurance coverage might apply to their situation. This task can be quite an undertaking for someone who has no previous experience in doing so, which is just one of the reasons an attorney is advantageous in such situations.

The knowledge and experience of an electric scooter accident lawyer in Dallas can help you with all of this. They know how to fight back against the scooter company’s insurance providers who will do anything they can to avoid as much liability as possible.

The Dallas vehicle accident attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law know what it takes to hold the negligent party fully accountable for your injuries and ensure you receive the full amount of compensation that you deserve.

How Much is My Dallas E-Scooter Case Worth?

Every case is unique. Our dedicated trial attorneys will thoroughly review your individual claim in order to accurately assess its value.

Some of the most important factors involved in determining how much your case is truly worth are:

The nature and degree of your injuries
The cost of your current medical treatments
The estimated cost of your anticipated medical care, physical therapy, and other related expenses
How much work your recovery forced you to miss
The impacts that your injury will have on your future education, work, and quality of life
Your physical and emotional trauma
The strength of your evidence that proves negligence

Generally, the first thing you do is file a claim with the insurance carrier to pursue financial compensation. The insurer will most likely attempt to diminish the severity of your injuries and other damages. Our attorneys can help you put together a solid case that will show the insurance carrier that you are serious and intend to fight for everything you are owed by law.

If you want to learn more about the value of your potential claim, call our Dallas law offices to schedule a free case review today.

What Forms of Damages Can I Collect?

The amount of money you are awarded in a personal injury suit can have a major impact on your physical recovery. Texas personal injury laws state that accident victims are eligible to pursue financial compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.

Examples of damages that could be available include:

Current and projected medical costs
Lost income and other earnings
Lost or diminished future earning capacity
Property damage
Rehabilitation
Pain and suffering
Emotional trauma
Decreased quality of life
Permanent scarring or disfigurement
Post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety
Loss of fellowship

Our Dallas attorneys can help build your case to prove that you sustained these damages. Call us today to learn more.

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How Can a Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer Help Me?

There is never a good time to be injured. When you are hurt, you are often forced to take time off of work, which is the worst time ever to do so since you desperately need extra money to pay for your hospital bills. An experienced personal injury lawyer in Dallas, TX can assess your situation and advise you on the best way to move forward.

At Rasansky | McKenzie Law, we have helped thousands of clients recover full and fair financial compensation after a negligence-based accident. We know Texas’ personal injury laws and, with our guidance, you will be in the best position possible to collect compensation from the person or company responsible for your injuries.

Signing with us means that you will be working with a legal team that is prepared to:

Conduct a thorough investigation of your accident and determine who was at fault for your injuries
Calculate the total value of your case
Provide sound legal guidance and reliable advice throughout the legal process
Strengthen your case through the hiring of expert witnesses and other professionals
Handle all communications and negotiations with the insurance company
Take your case to trial if that is what is necessary to secure fair compensation

Personal injury claims are complex, and even more so when they involve an electric scooter accident. You need a skilled Dallas personal injury attorney on your side. Get started by scheduling your free consultation today.

How Do I Prove Negligence After a Dallas Area Accident?

The same legal theories that are involved in a standard auto accident case also apply to scooter accident claims. All personal injury cases establish liability based on the concept of negligence. Simply put, one person was injured because another person failed to show due care under the circumstances.

In order to show that negligence existed, you will have to establish that:

A legal duty of care existed (duty)
That duty of care was breached (breach)
That breach caused the accident (causation)
You sustained damages because of the accident (damages)

In other words, you will have to show that another person’s reckless, careless, or unlawful act was the proximate cause of your accident and subsequent injuries.Another possibility is that your case might be based on strict liability. For instance, the manufacturer of a malfunctioning e-scooter could be held strictly liable for any damages even if they were not necessarily negligent.

How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit in Texas?

Texas law gives those injured in electric scooter accidents two years to file a personal injury lawsuit with the appropriate court. This deadline is known as the statute of limitations and it varies from state to state. After the statute of limitations lapses, your case will be thrown out of court and you will lose your right to seek financial compensation for your injuries. A qualified Dallas personal injury attorney can make sure that you do not miss any of the necessary filing deadlines and lose your right to recovery.

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If you contact Rasansky | McKenzie Law for your free consultation, our attorneys will make sure that you fully understand your rights and legal options, including showing you how the decisions you make today could drastically affect the results of your case.

You will get sound legal advice even if you do not have a case or choose not to move forward at this time. If we do take on your case, you do not pay us anything unless we win your case against the negligent person or company, whether it’s the e-scooter manufacturer, the e-scooter company, another driver, or all three at once.

The attorneys at Rasansky | McKenzie Law are happy to speak to you about your potential case free of charge. If we can help with your claim, we will do so for no out-of-pocket cost to you. Call us 24/7 at 214-617-1886.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if I’ve been in a car accident?

If anyone is injured, you should call the local police at the scene. It is vital that a police officer be on hand to evaluate the circumstances, talk to witnesses, and take statements from people who saw the accident. If you are experiencing any pain or suffered any potential injuries, seek medical attention from a reputable doctor or go to the emergency room. The police will make sure your car is towed and properly taken care of.

Don’t feel compelled to take responsibility for the crash. It’s easy to say “I’m sorry” after an accident even when it wasn’t your fault, but using that language could hurt your case. Most every insurance company advises their drivers to refrain from admitting fault at the scene.

If you have any injuries.

Get the medical care you need ASAP. This should absolutely be your most important concern after an accident. Go to the doctor immediately after the crash and track any new health issues in the weeks and months that follow. Follow the medical professional’s advice and seek further/continued treatment if at all necessary. Keep records of your damages. File away medical bills, medical records, and any other paperwork related to the accident.
Speak with an attorney about your legal options (free consultation). Personal injury attorneys will handle your car accident case at no cost to you, letting you focus on recovering instead of fighting the insurance company.
DO NOT talk with the other driver’s insurance company! Instead, refer them to your lawyer and ask that any further communication be directed to your attorney. Insurance companies will use every trick in the book to reduce the value of your potential claim if you are not represented.

If you have NOT been injured.

Take pictures and then exchange contact information with all other drivers involved. If there are any witnesses, obtain all of their contact information. Remember to write down the other driver’s insurance company, his license plate number, driver’s license number, address, and insurance policy number.
Inform your insurance company within 24 hours of the accident so that they can begin filing claims.

Do I need a lawyer if I’ve been in a car accident?

If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, then it is highly recommended that you talk to an attorney. If you personally have not won a lawsuit against an insurance company before, they’re simply not worried about you filing a lawsuit. They have no reason to fairly negotiate with someone who will not beat them in court. When you’re represented by an experienced attorney, they take your claim much more seriously.

Not only is this period stressful, but it’s also emotionally draining. Unwittingly, motorists can give incriminating statements, incorrectly assume a degree of guilt, and fail to provide evidence all at the prodding of an opposing insurance agent. Insurance agents are in business of saving their employer money. They actively discourage court proceedings and will attempt to settle out of court for a fraction of what you’re owed before you have time to speak with a lawyer. When your livelihood is on the line, you simply cannot handle an injury case by yourself. You will be taken advantage of.

Legal experience is irreplaceable.

There are a million reasons why you need a lawyer if you’ve been injured in a car accident, but the most important is that we do this every day. We know how to work with the insurance companies, and we know how to get our clients the cash they truly deserve. If you were to try and negotiate a settlement yourself, trust when I say that you will not get a fair settlement offer. These adjusters use a thousand tricks to get you to settle quickly and cheaply, and again, they’re simply not afraid of your threats to bring a lawsuit.

Do you know how to file a Stowers demand? How about responding to a list of admissions? Do you know the procedures of getting evidence accepted into court? There are certain steps that need to be followed by anyone looking to bring a case to court. If you decide to go ahead and do it without a lawyer, your case might get thrown out simply because you lacked certain things that needed to be done before bringing it in front of a judge – and you only get one chance to bring your lawsuit.

The law is extremely complex. Lawyers, just like doctors, must go through years of additional schooling to learn the intricacies of law (not to mention learning specific case law and attending ongoing education). Surely you don’t believe that you can successfully handle a lawsuit. I mean, you wouldn’t try to perform surgery on yourself would you?

Proving liability.

A lawyer can be very helpful when it comes to proving liability. A favorable police report is not all you need to win your case (and oftentimes police reports are inadmissable due to the officer’s limited knowledge about liability law). You need an attorney who understand the intricacies of the law so that they can prove by a preponderance of evidence that the accident wasn’t your fault. A lawyer can provide references to cases as well as statutes and citations which will all contribute to you proving your case.

Rasansky | McKenzie Law is a Dallas car accident law firm with a team of experienced lawyers waiting to fight for your rights. Please call us at (214) 651-6100 any time of the day. We’ll help you win your case and won’t charge you a single cent unless we win you money. That’s right: no win = no fee. Talk to us today and we’ll get started on your case as soon as possible.

Do I need a lawyer if I’ve been INJURED in an accident?

If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, a Texas personal injury attorney can help you understand your rights as well as whether or not you have a viable claim for damages. An experienced attorney can also navigate the process of securing compensation for your injuries, from negotiating with the insurance companies to representing you in court.

Many Dallas car accident law firms, including this one, offer car accident victims free consultation so that they can get their questions answered and better understand their case.

Who should I speak to after a car accident?

It can be difficult to know who to speak with in the minutes, days, and hours after a car accident. In addition, in the confusion following a crash, you may speak without thinking or say something you don’t mean which can end up hurting your case.

While it is important to speak with both the other drivers involved in your crash as well as the police officer who responds, be sure not to admit fault during these conversations or apologize. You may think you were at-fault, but later analysis could show that you both shared fault.

In the same vein, it’s important not to give an official or recorded statement to an insurance company before clearing your head, getting the medical attention you need, and speaking with an attorney. Generally speaking, a Dallas Texas car accident lawyer can look out for your best interests, as well as help you better understand your case and how to proceed in the wake of an injury accident.

When should I call a lawyer about my car accident case?

The first question is ‘do you really need a Dallas accident lawyer?’ If it is a simple accident with no injuries and very little property damage, you may not an attorney. On the other hand, it is always a good idea to speak with a lawyer when:

There is significant property damage
You have sustained serious injuries or long term injuries
You are unable to work because of your injury
A child was injured
A person has died
A person is left with a permanent or long-term disability
More than one party is at fault
You are accused of being partially at fault

It may also be a good idea to consult a Dallas car accident attorney if:

You may be partially at fault for the accident
You don’t know the value of your accident claim
You are asked to make a recorded statement
The insurance adjuster has made an offer that seems low
The insurance adjuster has offered a structured settlement
The insurance adjuster wants you to provide medical records that are not related to the accident
You are having difficulty documenting lost wages
The insurance company is stalling
Your claim has been denied

If you need a Dallas car crash lawyer, the best time to call is right away! The sooner you call, the sooner the attorney can start preserving evidence, filling out paperwork, and dealing with the insurance adjuster on your behalf. To learn more, request a free copy of Accident Claim Do’s and Don’ts or call the Rasansky | McKenzie Law at (214) 651-6100.

How should I choose my car accident attorney?

Once you have decided to seek the services of a car accident injury lawyer, you immediately have another decision on your hands: how do you choose the best attorney?

First and foremost, understand that you are not choosing the best personal injury attorney in Dallas, you are choosing the best personal injury attorney in Dallas for you. A lawyer that is perfect for your neighbor may not be perfect for you. Ask yourself: do you want an attorney who involves you in the process or not? Do you want an aggressive attorney or not? Do you want an attorney who is willing to go to court or not?

Secondly, visit the attorney’s website and verify his or her experience, legal background, and other qualifications. Has the attorney successfully taken on cases similar to yours?

Finally, take advantage of the attorney’s no-obligation consultation. Here, you can meet with your lawyer in person and determine whether he or she is the right fit for you. Understand that you absolutely do not have to work with an attorney after the initial meeting – it is up to you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if I’ve been in a car accident?

If you have any injuries.

If you have NOT been injured.

Do I need a lawyer if I’ve been in a car accident?

Legal experience is irreplaceable.

Proving liability.

Do I need a lawyer if I’ve been INJURED in an accident?

Who should I speak to after a car accident?

When should I call a lawyer about my car accident case?

How should I choose my car accident attorney?

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