No matter how careful you may be on the road, there is always a possibility of being involved in a car accident. If you’ve been in an accident, here are four signs that you need a lawyer like Salazar & Velazquez.
Serious Injury
Some examples of serious car accident injuries include severe whiplash, lacerations, broken or fractured bones, soft tissue injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, permanent scarring, paralysis, loss of limbs or requirement of amputations, and even death. If you have been in an accident and have experienced any of these serious injuries, it is important to hire a lawyer immediately. If possible, you should report your car accident within 24 hours of the incident. If you were unable to file a claim on time due to being in the hospital, your lawyer will help you deal with your insurance company and be able to file your claim. If you have full tort insurance in the state of Texas, you may be compensated in full for bodily injuries as well as automobile damage.
Unable to Work
If you are unable to work after a car crash, auto accident injury lawyers can also help you file a claim for worker’s compensation, as long as you’re able to provide proof of being unable to work. In some cases, you may also be able to claim “pain and suffering” as part of your lawsuit, especially if you underwent surgery and/or physical therapy.
Problems with a Police Report
After an accident, you should always immediately file a police report and provide evidence of the crash via photos and statements to get a precise insurance settlement. However, if there is an issue with the police report given, such as finding out the at-fault party lied on their police report, you should contact an attorney right away. An accident attorney will be able to dispute this issue in court and prove your innocence.
Issues with the Insurance Company
Insurance companies will often lowball you after an accident to save money and may be reluctant to settle claims. Some issues you may face with insurance companies include if your insurance provider denies your claim, your insurance provider fails to pay within a timely matter, or if you believe your insurance company is not compensating you enough for the accident. If you believe any of these scenarios are happening to you, you can hire an attorney to receive a consultation and evaluation of your case to see how much you could be compensated. If the car accident was not your fault, you should still get a lawyer as a judge will assign blame and you don’t want to be penalized for something that wasn’t your offense.
Car accidents are difficult experiences to go through. You may be left with emotional and physical injuries as well as damages to your car. At Salazar & Velazquez, we want to make your legal battle painless and smooth for you, while fighting to get you the compensation and justice you deserve. If you have been in a car accident in Texas and any of these four signs apply to you, reach out to us today.