Likely, Texas courts will have jurisdiction over the matter. You may have the option to sue in Texas State courts or Federal courts if the parties are residents of two separate states. In either event, Texas law surrounding negligence will most likely be applied. An attorney licensed in the State of Texas and specializing in injury law will be the best option for legal advice.

If you find errors in the police report—even factual ones—you do not want to ignore them. Politely approach the officer who wrote the report and address it with them to correct mistakes.

Tate Accident Law helps our clients choose highly qualified medical professionals for their specific injuries. Medical doctors who are well trained and qualified provide a high level of care and are credible witnesses. If you need representation for injuries, do not wait to contact Tate Accident Law, so that we can help you assess your case.

Determining fault in a car wreck can be more complicated that it seems. In some cases, fault is straightforward because one of the drivers clearly violated a rule of the road. Other cases may seem clear on their face, but once the wreck is more thoroughly investigated other factors are revealed. Sometimes the police report is incorrect, and this can be shown with evidence such as Electronic Control Module data. You should call an attorney if there is any question about fault as the lawyer may be able to prove how a collision occurred.

If you are partially at fault, then the law of contributory negligence will apply in the State of Texas. That law says that the other driver only must pay for that portion of the damages they cause. For instance, if you are 10% at fault and the other party is 90% at fault, and you are damaged in the amount of $10,000.00, then the other party pays for 90% of the damage, or $9,000.00. Furthermore, if you are over 50% at fault, then you do not recovery any damages under Texas law.

Fault can turn on may factors and sometimes those factors might not be obvious, so you should consult with an attorney if you have questions about who was at fault

The decision to file a suit will depend on the circumstances. Generally, we try to resolve cases without filing a suit. In other instances, we file suit very quickly when we need to preserve evidence, issue subpoenas, or take other action. The lawsuit forces the parties to adhere to a set of rules. These rules can be tools in the hands of your lawyer to force the other side to respond. Lawsuits have a cost, however, in terms of money and time. The decision to file a lawsuit in a personal injury case must be based upon an analysis of the case.

Services like Uber and Lyft are required by Texas law to carry $1,000,000.00 of liability coverage when a passenger is being transported for a fee. If the driver negligently causes injury to another person, then the insurance would cover the person for their injury claim.

Tractor trailer and commercial vehicle accidents are different than passenger car wrecks in several regards. First, the trucking industry is heavily regulated by state and federal laws, which do not apply to a passenger auto collision. Secondly, commercial truck wrecks often present complicated ownership and joint enterprise issues where multiple parties may be liable for the wreck. Third, the weight of a large commercial truck creates a large amount of momentum which can have devastating effect when the truck strikes a passenger auto. Finally, the insurance limits are usually much higher for a commercial truck than a passenger auto. The minimum insurance limit is typically $1,000,000.00 for a commercial truck hauling goods across state lines.

Depending on the types of coverage you have, auto insurance typically pays for car repair or replacement.

Depending on the kind of coverage you have, an insurer will often pay to repair or replace your car if it’s damaged or stolen