If you're suffering the consequences of a serious car accident – one that was caused because of someone else's negligence – you have every right to seek financial compensation and to understand how much the average Texas car accident settlement is for a case like yours.
Want to know how much your Texas automobile accident settlement might be worth? Contact Grossman Law. An attorney from our firm will evaluate your case – free and without obligation – and provide you with an estimate of your claim’s possible settlement value.
Texas Automobile Accident Settlement Amounts
At Grossman Law, we pride ourselves on maximizing the value of our client's car accident settlements. The amounts below represent example auto accident settlements that we worked hard to secure on half of injured plaintiffs:
- $1,150,000.00 auto accident settlement. This car accident settlement was the policy limits. The recovery was for a child who suffered an in-utero brain injury as a result of a rollover car accident.
- $225,000.00 car accident settlement. Our firm was hired to pursue a claim against a negligent driver following a rear-end car accident. sustained disc compression and herniation at C3-4 which required surgery to rectify. Under threat of litigation, the defendants raised their offer.
- $200,000.00 auto accident injury settlement. This recovery was for a car accident victim who suffered a closed head injury.
- $180,000.00 car accident settlement. This recovery was for a pregnant car accident victim who suffered a premature delivery and soft tissue injuries.
Click here to browse more of our successful case results. Please note that every car accident case is unique and that these past settlements do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
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Are Online Texas Car Accident Settlement Calculators Accurate?
The short answer: No.
You might have found automobile accident settlement calculators online. Can you trust these automated tools to help you determine the value of your injury claim?
Due to the complex and varied nature of these cases, it is virtually impossible to determine any average auto accident settlement amounts in Texas. Likewise, automated settlement calculators cannot consider any of your case details.
The best way to determine the value of your auto accident settlement is to consult with a personal injury lawyer, for free! Your lawyer can consider the complex factors that settlement calculators cannot, helping to ensure that you recover the maximum possible compensation for your injuries and other damages.
What Is the Average Auto Accident Settlement in Texas?
Because every injury accident is different, estimating any average Texas auto accident settlement amounts is impossible.
In most cases, car accident injury settlement amounts are calculated based on the value of your actual damages. You can pursue compensation for physical, emotional, and financial damages. Some common types of damages used to calculate the value of car accident claims include:
- Emergency transport and treatment,
- Hospital stays,
- Medial testing,
- Physician and surgeon costs,
- Medications,
- Assistive devices,
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy,
- Lost wages,
- Lost benefits,
- Personal property damage, and
- Pain and suffering.
Your claim value might also reflect any future lost income and medical treatment you need. If you have any permanent injuries or disabilities, your lawyer will also include those values as a part of your claim.
As you can imagine, the value of an average car accident settlement in Texas can vary significantly, depending on the details of the accident and the victim’s injuries.
How Do I Know If I Should Hire a Lawyer for My Texas Car Accident Claim?
In the aftermath of a serious injury accident, you might experience fear, confusion, and uncertainty about the future. How will you pay for your medical care and car repair bills? How do you go about making an insurance claim and recovering the compensation you deserve from the at-fault party?
If you aren’t sure where to turn, you can explore your options by talking to an attorney.
If you attempt to submit your claim yourself, you can expect the insurance company to request a recorded statement. If you provide a statement, the insurer can use anything you say against you. Insurers seek to limit the amount they must pay out to accident victims, using this and other tactics to whittle away at the true value of your claim. They may make a significantly undervalued settlement offer, hoping you don’t recognize what your claim is worth.
If you experience any issues with the insurance company, contact a lawyer for help. Your lawyer will handle the insurance company on your behalf and hold the insurer accountable for the damages you deserve.
What Evidence Is Most Critical in a Car Accident Case?
When documenting a car accident claim, all evidence plays a critical role in building a persuasive case. Which evidence is most important for supporting your case will depend on the details of your accident and injuries.
Some of the most common types of evidence used in personal injury cases include:
- Police reports,
- Accident reports,
- Eyewitness statements,
- Photos and videos, and
- Expert opinions.
In some cases, your lawyer might call on the services of investigators to obtain additional evidence. If your accident involved a commercial vehicle such as a semi-truck, investigators might track down evidence such as:
- Trucking company safety records,
- Vehicle maintenance records,
- Truck driver logs, and
- Physical evidence from the scene.
Although all evidence is important for building your case, the most valuable evidence will be at the scene immediately following an accident. If you can do so safely, take the following steps immediately after an accident:
- Notify the police and make a report;
- Take photos and videos of the scene;
- Gather contact information from witnesses;
- Exchange information with other drivers; and
- Seek medical treatment immediately.
The information and evidence you gather at the scene of your accident can prove highly valuable for documenting your auto accident injury claim.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Texas Auto Accident Injury Claims?
The statute of limitations for Texas auto accident injury claims is two years.
You have two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit in civil court. If you don’t file a lawsuit by that date, you could lose your right to pursue further action or recover compensation.
Typically, auto accident lawyers begin the injury accident claim process by submitting a demand to the at-fault party’s insurance company. In most cases, the insurance company will negotiate an acceptable settlement amount, eliminating the need for a lawsuit. If your attorney cannot coax an acceptable automobile accident settlement offer out of the insurance company, you must move forward with a lawsuit to recover compensation.
For these reasons, it makes sense to let your attorney begin the injury claim process as quickly as possible after your accident. Your lawyer will help protect your legal rights and ensure you don’t miss this important deadline.
How Long Does It Take to Get an Automobile Accident Settlement?
As difficult as it is to calculate the average Texas car accident settlement, the time it takes to settle your case will depend on several factors.
Once your attorney issues a demand, the at-fault party’s insurance company might be willing to settle your case quickly. If the insurance company delays or refuses to negotiate in good faith, your case may require longer to resolve.
If your lawyer cannot negotiate a fair settlement, you may consider filing a lawsuit and fighting for your compensation in court. In that case, the final resolution will require even more time.
Based on the facts of your case, an attorney can estimate how much time it might take to get your settlement.
Talk to an Texas Auto Accident Injury Lawyer As Soon As Possible
If you suffered severe injuries in an auto accident, you may not have a way to get the treatment you need or your medical bills. If you can’t work because of your injuries, you might struggle with household bills and day-to-day living expenses. The good news is that you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
The Dallas car accident lawyers of Grossman Law Offices advocate for injury accident victims and fight for their right to financial compensation. We offer a no-cost case evaluation to help you decide how to proceed. We answer your questions and help you explore your options for pursuing legal action. You pay no legal fees until we recover a settlement in your case.
Contact us now to learn more or to schedule your free consultation with a Texas auto accident injury lawyer.
