PERSONAL INJURY - BAYOU VISTA, TX

Bayou Vista Personal Injury Lawyer

If you were injured in an incident that was not your fault, you have rights. This includes the right to seek compensation for your damages. You would not have injuries and the resulting expenses if the other party did not act negligently, so you should not have to pay the bills.

A personal injury attorney from West & West, may be able to help with your case. Our Bayou Vista team works closely with victims and their families to help them recover damages for their losses. We are here to take the burden off of your shoulders. We provide free case reviews so you can learn more.

Is it Worth Getting a Personal Injury Lawyer?

Even if you aren’t sure if you have a case, it is worth talking to a law firm about your case. Our Bayou Vista personal injury team provides free initial consultations. Discussing your case with our team will give you an idea of the options available to you, allowing you to make informed decisions about what to do.

How Can West & West Injury Lawyers Help Me with My Case?

If you decide to take action against the liable party in your case, our team can represent you throughout this process. This could include:

Building a case
Filing an insurance claim
Preparing for trial, if necessary
Presenting your case in court
Handling your settlement or court award and dispersing it to you

We may be able to recover damages for you that include:

Related medical care costs, now and in the future
Lost income, current and future
Out-of-pocket expenses
Property damages
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Other expenses and losses

How do I Pay for a Bayou Vista Personal Injury Attorney?

Our team serving Bayou Vista works based on contingency fees. We do not ask our clients to pay us upfront fees for our services and representation. Instead, our attorneys get paid from the settlement or other monetary award we recover for you.

If we do not win your case, we will not get paid. This allows injured victims to pursue damages even if they do not have the money to pay us out of their own pocket.

Do I Have a Valid Claim Based on My Bayou Vista Injuries?

In order to sue for personal injury, you must show that you have a valid case. This means your attorney will need to prove that:

You suffered injuries
You incurred financial losses as a result of your injury
The negligent party owed you a duty of care
The at-fault party breached that duty of care, and this caused your injury

If you and your legal team can gather evidence to confirm all of these factors occurred, you may have a strong enough claim to recover an out-of-court settlement or take the case to trial and receive a favorable verdict.

What is “Duty of Care” in a Personal Injury Claim?

In different situations, individuals have different obligations. This is known as a “duty of care.” For instance:

Drivers must follow the law, avoid drinking or distracted driving, and take precautions to prevent accidents.
Property owners must keep premises in working order for those who legally access the property.
Employers must ensure a safe working environment and conditions for their employees.

If you were hurt on another party’s property or in a car accident due to another person’s error or neglect, you suffered a personal injury. This means you may be able to file an insurance claim or sue for damages.

How Long do I Have to File a Lawsuit for a Personal Injury in Texas?

If you suffered injuries, you only have a limited amount of time to pursue a claim in Bayou Vista. According to CPRC Title 2, Chapter 16, Section 16.002, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a claim.

You likely also want to act quickly, especially if you face high medical expenses or cannot return to work to earn your previous wages.

There are exceptions to this rule, as well. If the victim is a child, you may have longer to file. If the liable party is a municipality or government agency, you could have less time. Act quickly to ensure you meet all applicable deadlines, and preserve your right for compensation.

What Type of Cases Do Bayou Vista Personal Injury Attorneys Take?

Our personal injury lawyers serving Bayou Vista represent injured parties and surviving family members of fatal accident victims in many types of cases. This includes Car Accidents and Work Accident claims.

Other types of personal injury cases we manage include:

Truck accidents
Product liability
Pharmaceuticals and dangerous medical devices
Toxic torts
Maritime injury
Premises liability
Dangerous drugs
Dog bites
Motorcycle accidents
Slip and fall
Wrongful death

Our Personal Injury Attorneys fight for Clients’ Settlements

Insurance companies are not in the business of making sure injury victims recover what they need. They are in business of making profits, and they hold on to as much of their profit as possible by using a variety of tactics to devalue your settlement, and deny you the compensation you deserve.

The Insurance Company Will Undervalue Your Claim

If you were hurt, you may need to work with insurance companies and adjusters to receive the financial recovery you need. These insurance companies will use special formulas or make their own estimates of the value of your claim.

Insurance adjusters may ask you to make statements or may try to find information to reduce the value of your claim.

Unfortunately, insurers often offer a recovery that doesn’t reflect the actual value of a victim’s medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. It is essential to protect your rights. We encourage you not to speak with the insurance companies until you talk to us first.

How Our Bayou Vista Personal Injury Lawyers Determine Your Settlement Value

Our firm understands how insurance companies work, and we also take the time to understand your case and estimate a fair value for your recovery. During this process, we will:

Review your insurance policy
Estimate the value of your claim based on medical costs, lost wages, and other damages
Speak to insurance adjusters
Write demand letters
Pursue a fair settlement or take your case to trial

Our Bayou Vista attorneys will help you fight for a fair and just recovery based on the facts of your case. We will even pursue justice and compensation for you at trial, if necessary.

How an Bayou Vista Attorney Can Help When there are Multiple Liable Parties

If there were multiple parties involved in your accident, you may have to work with many stakeholders, insurance adjusters, and responsible parties. This can be a job in itself.

Our team can help you identify stakeholders, fight for insurance companies to meet their obligations to you and protect your rights.

Our firm can review the details of each policy, holding insurance adjusters accountable for meeting their companies’ obligations to you. If an insurance adjuster made an offer, contact our Bayou Vista Personal Injury Attorneys today before you sign anything.

Let Our Team Review Your Bayou Vista Personal Injury Case and Options Today

West & West protects individuals fighting for compensation after suffering injuries caused by a negligent party. If you were hurt, you have important rights under the law. We will seek justice on your behalf. You do not have to face this alone.

Call (713) 222-9378 us to schedule a free case evaluation today. We will offer you an honest assessment and provide you a clear roadmap forward.

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   Joseph James 
 2024-03-18
 
 
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 2024-01-27
 
 
  Attorney Michael West is outstanding. He fights hard for his clients and he gets the job done. If you have a personal injury claim you can count on him to get you the money you deserve.
  
 
       
   Laura A 
 2024-01-19
 
 
  I used West & West for my personal injury claim - a slip and fall that involved a trip to the emergency room.  Michael West was able to successfully get my medical bills  paid and I walked away with money in my pocket.  Both Michael and his paralegal were very helpful throughout the whole process.
  
 
       
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 2024-01-11
 
 
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 2024-01-10
 
 
  The employees here are all extremely kind and friendly, and they explain everything in a way that's easy to understand. Mr. & Mrs. West are some of the kindest people I've ever met. If I ever need a lawyer again, I have them on speed dial.
  
 
       
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 2023-12-27
 
 
  I hired West & West back in June when I was T-boned by another driver. Hiring West & West was the best thing I could have done. They treated me like family and not just another case in the books. Michael West is an excellent attorney. I highly recommend this law firm to anyone who has been in a car accident, or anyone seeking legal help. Amazing law firm and staff!!!
  
 
       
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 2023-08-12
 
 
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