Dallas Personal Injury News
Personal Injury
July 1, 2024
Economic vs Non Economic Damages: What’s the Difference in Texas?
When pursuing a personal injury lawsuit in Texas, understanding damages is crucial. “Damages” are the compensation you seek for losses caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. These compensatory damages fall into two main categories: economic damages vs. non-economic damages. What is the difference between economic damages vs non-economic damages? Each type plays a vital…
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Personal Injury
February 25, 2023
How to Scare an Insurance Adjuster
If you have ever dealt with an insurance adjuster, you know that they can be challenging to work with. They have the power to determine how much money you receive for a claim and can often be uncooperative. Fortunately, there are a few tricks you can use to scare insurance claims adjusters into giving you…
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Personal Injury
February 15, 2023
Why You Should Get a Lawyer for a Minor Car Accident
Car accidents, even minor ones, can have a lasting impact on your life and finances. When dealing with the aftermath of a minor car accident, it’s important to know that you don’t have to go through the process alone. Hiring a lawyer to help with the details of a minor car accident case can make…
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Personal Injury
February 5, 2023
Insurance Claims and Pre-Existing Conditions
Individuals with pre-existing medical conditions know how complicated it can be to get medical insurance to pay for their much-needed care and treatment. What about car insurance companies? If you are involved in an accident, does having a pre-existing condition mean an insurance company can deny your compensation claim? Dealing with the aftermath of a…
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Personal Injury
January 1, 2023
Requesting Surveillance Footage of Your Accident
Requesting surveillance footage of your accident can be tricky without a lawyer’s help, but it is one of the strongest pieces of evidence for your case. Gathering evidence after an accident is one of the most critical elements for establishing liability. There is a variety of evidence that an experienced attorney will collect, including surveillance…
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Personal Injury
December 20, 2022
How Much Tax Is Paid on Lawsuit Settlements or Awards in Texas?
You might have recently secured a settlement from a personal injury lawsuit. The money goes toward your medical bills and other expenses. However, you might wonder whether it will affect your tax return when it’s time to file in April. You should understand how much tax is paid on lawsuit settlements or awards in Texas…
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Personal Injury
December 10, 2022
How Much Lawyers Take from a Settlement
You might wonder how much it will cost to hire a personal injury lawyer after you get hurt in an accident somebody else caused. Some people worry about the costs associated with legal representation – how much the lawyer would take out of your settlement – insurance claims, and court cases. The thought of paying…
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Personal Injury
December 1, 2022
Why Do Some Personal Injury Cases Go to Trial?
Many personal injury cases settle before trial. Some resolve during the insurance claims process before a lawsuit is filed, while others go through multiple stages of a lawsuit before opposing parties agree to a settlement. Every case is unique, but a trial is a possibility for anyone. Even though you might want to avoid going…
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Personal Injury
November 20, 2022
What Happens After Mediation Settlement?
Settling your personal injury case during mediation can be exciting. You can finally put the traumatic experience behind you and move forward with your life. However, after mediation settlement, you don’t just immediately leave with a check. Some things need to happen first. You must resolve various aspects of your case before closing it out…
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Personal Injury
November 10, 2022
How Long Mediation Takes in a Lawsuit
How long mediation takes in a lawsuit depends on multiple factors. It might take only a few hours to come to a settlement agreement. Sometimes, numerous mediation sessions are necessary to reach an agreement. Mediation is a process where the parties involved in a personal injury case meet with a neutral third party to try…
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