Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

Injuries are an unfortunate possibility in life, but that doesn’t mean you should have to suffer their consequences alone. If you have serious injuries caused by someone else’s carelessness or irresponsible behavior, you may have the right to demand financial compensation.

Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover has the experience to help you demand full and fair compensation. Contact the law firm today for a free consultation with a Texas personal injury lawyer. Let attorney Troy A. Brookover demand the money you’ll need to get your life back on track.

Why Choose Our Lawyers?

Attorney Troy A. Brookover has over 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of injured Texans like you. As an experienced personal injury lawyer, Troy understands the chaos a serious accident can cause. He has the distinction of being one of a small number of Texas lawyers who have board certification in personal injury trial law. He also has the skill and determination to pursue the compensation that will make you whole.

Our legal firm has represented thousands of clients. The firm’s case results speak for themselves. You can rely on the law firm to provide the legal support you need after being injured so you can focus on getting your life back on track. Many Texas personal injury lawyers handle cases on a contingency fee basis. That allows injured individuals to have legal representation without spending money upfront. If you hire Troy Brookover, you won’t pay a dime unless he negotiates a settlement or wins a court verdict on your behalf.

Understanding Personal Injury Law in Texas

Personal injury law is a body of statutes, procedures, and case law that allow victims to seek financial compensation when another party’s negligence causes them harm. Serious injuries can result in expensive medical bills, loss of income, and extensive pain and suffering. Texas civil law provides those harmed an avenue to recover their losses as long as the victim is not primarily responsible for the accident.

The Personal Injury Legal Process

Below is an outline of the general process of making a personal injury claim in Texas:

Get Medical Documentation – Before doing anything else, see a doctor about your injuries. You will need a medical diagnosis to file a personal injury claim. It will be more challenging to make a claim the longer you wait to seek medical treatment.
File an Insurance Claim – If the person who caused the accident has a relevant insurance policy, you may have a right to file a claim against the at-fault individual’s insurance. The insurance company will investigate the claim to decide if their policyholder is to blame and how much the accident has cost you. A Texas personal injury attorney can conduct an independent investigation on your behalf and determine the amount needed to reach a fair settlement.
Send a Demand Letter – Your attorney will send a demand letter detailing the facts of the accident and what fair compensation entails. If the insurance company agrees, you can settle your claim. If the insurance company disputes the claim, your lawyer will negotiate with the insurer to try to reach a reasonable settlement.
File a Lawsuit – If you and the insurance company cannot reach a settlement, the next step is to file a personal injury lawsuit. An experienced personal injury attorney can pursue litigation on your behalf, presenting your case to a court as necessary.

Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Lawsuits in Texas

The general statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits in Texas is two years from the accident date. If the statute of limitations expires, you won’t be able to file a lawsuit and can’t recover compensation.

Texas law allows extensions of the statute of limitations in specific circumstances. For example, if you get in a car accident, but your injuries are not apparent for a few months, you may be allowed more time to file a case. The clock on the statute of limitations would start when your injuries were discovered. This discovery rule exists to mitigate the unfairness if there were no reasonable way you could have known you had an injury.

Damages in Personal Injury Cases

Compensation in personal injury cases serves to redress both economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages are losses that have a monetary value, such as medical bills, lost income, reduced earning potential, and property damage.
Non-economic damages are losses without a specific dollar amount. The most common example is pain and suffering. Others include emotional distress and diminished quality of life.

A Texas personal injury attorney can calculate your economic losses and determine the appropriate amount to demand for pain and suffering to provide fair compensation for your losses.

Common Mistakes in Personal Injury Cases

Documentation and precision are key to a successful personal injury case. Many accident victims see their claims denied or reduced because they lack proper documentation.

A knowledgeable personal injury lawyer can help you avoid these common mistakes that could delay or disrupt your claim:

Waiting too long to get medical care
Not documenting the accident scene
Waiting too long to file a lawsuit
Discussing the case outside of formal channels
Not consulting an attorney

Need to Discuss Your Case? Contact Us Now

Time is of the essence when pursuing Texas personal injury claims, so don’t delay. Contact Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover online or call today for a free consultation about your legal option for seeking justice after an injury.

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