Personal injury law covers much more than just car accidents. A personal injury claim happens when someone is hurt because another party failed to act with reasonable care.
Personal injury lawyers handle every type of accident case involving negligence, with the most common being:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are the most common type of personal injury claim, but they involve more than car crashes.
This category includes
- Motorcycle wrecks
- Rideshare incidents
- Accidents involving pedestrians or bicyclists.
Each type of crash brings unique legal challenges. For example, commercial truck claims involve complex federal safety rules, while rideshare crashes depend on insurance coverage tiers based on the driver’s app status.
Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are a type of motor vehicle accident case, but they feature complex federal trucking regulations and large commercial insurance policies that make them unique. They often involve multiple liable parties, from the individual driver to the trucking company to parties responsible for securing cargo.
Premises Liability
When property owners fail to keep their property safe, injured victims can file a premises liability claim. Slip-and-fall accidents are the most common example, but premises liability also covers dog bites, negligent security, and other dangerous property conditions.
To win these cases, you must prove that the owner knew about the hazard and failed to address it before you got hurt.
Workplace Accidents
Workplace injuries in Texas can involve many different job sites, from construction and manufacturing to maritime work and trades. Under Texas law, private employers can opt out of the state workers’ compensation program. If your employer opts out, you may be able to file a direct negligence lawsuit against them after an injury. You may also have claims against third parties, such as negligent contractors or equipment makers.
Medical Malpractice
When medical providers provide substandard care and cause injury, patients can file a medical malpractice lawsuit. Common medical malpractice claims involve missed diagnoses, surgical errors, medication mistakes, and childbirth injuries. Texas law applies strict procedural rules to these claims, including required expert witness statements and pre-lawsuit notices.
Product Liability
When defective products cause harm, injured individuals can hold the manufacturers accountable. Product liability claims cover design defects, manufacturing errors, and failure to provide adequate warnings. Depending on the flaw, these claims may target product manufacturers or even distributors of the product.
Dog Bites
Texas has a one-bite rule for dog bite cases. If a dog bites you and the owner knew it had shown prior aggressive behavior, you may have a dog bite claim. Even if the dog had no prior history of aggression, you may still have a negligence lawsuit against the owner if they failed to reasonably restrain or confine the dog.
Wrongful Death
When a fatal accident happens because of driver negligence, workplace hazards, or medical errors, surviving family members can file a wrongful death lawsuit. Wrongful death matters are a type of personal injury case, but they seek damages for the surviving family’s losses. Under Texas law, eligible relatives can seek compensation for lost financial support, emotional pain, and funeral expenses.
Compensation Available in Personal Injury Lawsuits
In Texas, financial compensation in personal injury claims usually falls into two main categories. Evaluating both types of losses is essential to determine the full value of your case.
Economic damages cover clear, measurable financial losses caused by your accident. They often include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages while you recover from your injuries
- Reduced earning capacity
- Property damage, such as vehicle repairs or total loss compensation
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Non-economic damages address the personal and emotional impact of your injuries. Common examples include:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and mental suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent disability, physical impairment, or scarring
- Loss of companionship and spousal support
Together, these damages should make you whole after your injury by putting you close to the position you were in before it happened.
An Experienced Dallas Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You Understand if You Have a Case
The best way to understand if you have a personal injury case is to consult an experienced attorney. Your attorney can evaluate the evidence and determine whether you suffered harm due to another party’s negligence and now have an actionable claim for damages.
If you were injured because of someone else’s negligence, contact Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. today for a free consultation. We can review your legal options and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
We proudly serve Dallas County, Collin County, Webb County, Bexar County, and throughout Texas. Contact one of our convenient office locations near you to schedule a free consultation.
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San Antonio, TX 78205
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