Settling an accident claim in Texas requires many different steps and actions on your part as an injured victim. One of these requirements may be an independent medical exam, or IME. An IME is a medical examination that is separate from the one conducted by your primary care physician or an emergency room after an…
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Do I Need an Independent Medical Exam After an Accident in Dallas?
Posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on May 31, 2021
What Compensation Can I Recover for a No-Injury Car Accident?
Posted in Car Accidents on May 31, 2021
In Texas, if another driver causes your car accident, his or her car insurance company will have to pay for your losses. This includes your medical bills, property repairs, pain and suffering, and lost wages from missed work. If you do not have any injuries from the collision, you could still be eligible for financial…
Read MoreMost Common Back Injuries From Car Accidents in San Antonio
Posted in Car Accidents on May 28, 2021
A car accident can have serious physical repercussions on the occupants of the vehicle. The mechanics of a car crash can injure vital parts of the body, such as the brain and spinal cord. A back or spine injury from a car accident can cause many symptoms that interfere with a victim’s quality of life….
Read MoreWhat Information Should Be Exchanged After a Car Accident in Texas?
Posted in Car Accidents on May 27, 2021
Being involved in a car accident can be alarming and confusing. It can be easy to forget what information you need to exchange with the other driver in the adrenaline of the moment. It is important to exchange certain information, however, to abide by Texas’ state law as well as to protect your right to…
Read MoreWhat Is an Expert Witness in a Car Accident Case?
Posted in Car Accidents on May 26, 2021
In a car accident case in Texas, it is up to you (or your attorney) as the injured victim to establish someone else’s fault based on evidence. There are many forms of evidence, including documentation and photographs. One of the most compelling types of evidence, however, is testimony from an expert witness. What Is an…
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take to Get a Settlement After a Demand Letter Is Sent?
Posted in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on May 25, 2021
A settlement is a check an insurance company gives you to pay for your injuries and losses after an accident, such as a car accident. By accepting the check, you agree to end the lawsuit and relinquish your right to hold the defendant further liable for the same accident or injury. Although each case is unique,…
Read MoreDetermining Fault in a Rear-End Collision
Posted in Car Accidents on May 25, 2021
A rear-end collision is a common type of car accident in San Antonio. It describes the front of one vehicle striking the rear-end of another vehicle. A rear-end collision can be a low-speed crash, such as in congested traffic, or a high-speed crash, such as in a distracted or drowsy driving accident. Although most people…
Read MoreHow to Obtain Your Medical Records After an Injury
Posted in Personal Injury on May 24, 2021
If you get injured in an accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation through the rules of personal injury law. An insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit in Dallas, Texas requires you to show proof of your injuries to receive financial benefits. One type of evidence that may be useful is your medical records….
Read MoreSan Antonio Bicycle Traffic Laws
Posted in Bicycle Injury on May 21, 2021
The City of San Antonio is full of bicycle enthusiasts who use these vehicles for work, recreation and a regular means of transportation. Unfortunately, San Antonio is not the safest city for bicyclists, due largely to distracted drivers and confusion regarding bicycle traffic laws. In 2019, the Texas Department of Transportation reported 68 pedalcyclist fatalities…
Read MoreHow to Deal With an Insurance Adjuster After an Accident
Posted in Car Accidents on May 19, 2021
An insurance claims adjuster is someone who either works for the insurance company or is hired from an outside company to analyze a claim. It is the professional in charge of investigating the claim, looking at the evidence, and recommending to the insurance company to accept or reject benefits. Dealing with an insurance adjuster correctly…
Read MoreSan Antonio E-Scooter Laws
Posted in Personal Injury, Segway Accident on May 19, 2021
Electric scooters, or e-scooters, have taken over the streets of Texas. They are rentable to the public for a low amount of money from companies such as Bird and Lime. San Antonio has hundreds of dockless e-scooters available for rent every day. Unfortunately, these vehicles are not as safe as many people assume. A lack…
Read MoreShould You Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Company?
Posted in Car Accidents on May 17, 2021
When an insurance company processes a claim, it assigns someone called an insurance claims adjuster to evaluate the merits of the claim and investigate the accident. Part of the investigative process is to try to obtain a recorded statement from the claimant over the phone. It is critical not to give a recorded statement to…
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