Car Accident in Laredo, Texas? Know Your Rights & Get the Compensation You Deserve

As the injured party in an auto accident in Laredo, TX, you have rights that can help you hold at-fault parties accountable and compensate you for your losses. Seeking compensation doesn’t always mean a lawsuit, but hiring a lawyer and negotiating a settlement will result in maximized compensation and eases the legal process.

Calling the Laredo car accident attorneys at Carabin Shaw ensures that you protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve. Our team has decades of experience in personal injury law, and we know how to present your case, so you receive enough money to cover ALL of your losses. Call our toll-free number today at 800-862-1260, and set up an appointment for a free consultation. We have English- AND Spanish-speaking staff available 24/7 to answer your call.

People operating motor vehicles in Laredo have an expected duty of care. When they breach that duty, and an accident happens, that person is liable for the injuries they cause based on negligence. This can be an ordinary accident or recklessness, but in either case, the person is responsible for the injuries they cause, and a lawyer can help you to hold that person accountable.

If you were injured in a Laredo TX car accident due to somebody else’s negligence, you have the right to compensation for your losses. You also have the right to proportionate compensation if you were partially at fault, unless your fault exceeds 50%. In some cases, the court will hold multiple parties accountable for the accident. Multiple at-fault parties commonly happen in construction accidents, multi-car crashes, and commercial vehicle accidents. A competent legal team ensures that you hold all liable parties accountable.

The damages in a car accident can be economic and noneconomic. This means that some damages don’t come with an itemized bill, and you have the right to compensation for ALL your losses. Compensable damages in a car accident claim in Laredo Texas include:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Repair costs
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of relationship
• Travel costs
• Death and burial expenses (in wrongful death lawsuits)

Your attorney will help you to quantify noneconomic damages using previous cases, a figure based on your monetary losses, or other previously agreed upon formulas. Having a legal expert explain your losses increases the chances that the court will agree with the monetary assessment of damages and award damages accordingly.

In addition to damages, the court may award punitive (exemplary) damages for reckless or intentional behavior. This award is in addition to compensation and is meant to deter dangerous behavior in the future.

Car accident compensation in Laredo includes future damages, and victims have the right to seek compensation for future loss of income, long-term injury or disability, and other predictable future losses. This is especially relevant in accidents that cause permanent disfigurement or disability because the person’s lifelong injuries may inhibit their ability to enjoy life, have successful relationships, or maintain employment.

The long-term consequences of severe injuries are unpredictable, which is why it is important to hire a quality legal team that can help you get enough compensation to cover your future losses you or your loved one may face.

Finally, you have the right to a legal team you can trust. At Carabin Shaw, we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, so you don’t have to worry about upfront legal fees. We also offer our legal services with compassion, so you can focus on your recovery while we take care of your personal injury lawsuit. Our client reviews tell the story of how we’ve helped our clients file successful personal injury claims. We are ready to help you have a similar outcome.

For more information:

• Cornell Law
• Statutes Capitol Texas
• Statutes Capitol Texas