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Sometimes the best advice you can get when you are thinking about a lawsuit is that you do not have a claim that can be won. If that is true, we will tell you. We’ll also tell you when we think you are better off handling a claim yourself – without an attorney. But, if your case passes our test and we accept it, you can be assured that you will receive personal attention. We will represent you aggressively, keep you up to date on what is happening in your case and give you advice as to whether you should settle your case or go to trial. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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You must understand that the day you were injured, you entered a war zone. Insurance companies and some in the government have declared war on injured people and their attorneys. They have waged the war in the media and their propaganda has had a tremendous effect on juries and their verdicts. This is called tort reform. The success that the insurance companies have had in tainting the minds of jurors has emboldened them to not offer fair settlements until you prove to them that you are ready, willing and able to go to trial. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Before providing a statement, get written confirmation that the insurance company is accepting fault for their driver. Then, instead of giving a verbal or recorded statement, you should draft your own statement letter. You can write this as an Affidavit of Truth and have it notarized to give it more authority, but that isn't necessary. Be careful to state only facts, not opinions, and do not include anything that may imply that you were negligent in any way. If your claim does end up as a lawsuit, the insurance company will no doubt use your statement as evidence. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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It’s important to remember that claims adjusters are trained to investigate accidents and negotiate settlements, as well as being required to deny claims if they determine their insured wasn’t at fault. You should expect to get a “Reservation of Rights Letter” as soon as the insurance company opens a claim for you. It’s a standard form sent to every claimant. Essentially, it says that the company will investigate your claim while also saying that they reserve the right to deny your claim. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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A car wreck can be a jolting experience that sends even the most unshakeable person into a turbulent state. What just happened? Is everyone ok? How bad is the damage? Is help on the way? All these questions and more are racing through your mind and the last thing you may be thinking about is collecting evidence for a potential fight with the insurance companies - but that's exactly what you need to be doing. Just because you were hurt doesn’t mean you are entitled to money. You must prove that someone else was negligent or careless and that it was their negligence or carelessness that caused your injury. If you fail to do this, you lose. If you sue the wrong person, you lose. If you wait too long to sue, you lose. If you had an injury BEFORE the accident, then you are only entitled to be compensated to the extent your injury is now worse. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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If you're involved in a car wreck and you decide to handle the negotiations with the insurance company yourself then know that they are going to offer the lowest amount that they think you are willing to accept and they have ZERO obligation to pay what your claim may actually be worth. Before we go any further, we need to discuss what types of auto accident cases you should not attempt to settle without help from a lawyer. The reasoning for each varies some but the common theme is that you will almost certainly receive more money for your car accident if you have an experienced attorney handling the case. If you find that you need an attorney's help settling your Texas car accident claim, contact Joe Stephens at 281-623-1701 today!
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/how-to-settle-a-car-accident-claim-without-a-lawyer/
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, Texas 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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There is nothing worse than the death of a child- it is every parent's worst nightmare. When placed in this horrific situation, the reaction of the child's parents is usually a kind of numbness caused by the shock. The next step is anger. This is even worse when the cause of their child's death was accidental or preventable.
"Wrongful death" is the term used to describe a death caused by another, whether that is intentional or simply the result of negligence. There are a vast range of situations in which this term can be applied.
Texas' wrongful death laws give parents the right to file a claim. Of course, it is impossible to put a monetary value on their lost child, but all the same a successful claim can help to restore a sense of justice by holding the guilty party to account.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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If a road accident causes the death of a passenger, the family of the victim may be in a position to pursue a claim for wrongful death against the individual responsible for the accident. That might be the person who was driving the vehicle in which the passenger was killed, it might be the driver of a different vehicle, or it might be a separate party altogether who is still culpable for the accident to some degree.
Of course, blame cannot be properly apportioned until a full investigation has been completed by law enforcement officers. In addition to that, a lawyer acting on behalf of the victim's family may also be inclined to conduct their own investigation independently before proceeding with a wrongful death lawsuit. This will enable them to ensure all those responsible are identified.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Personal injury and wrongful death claims share a similarity in one aspect; that is, they occur when deliberate, heedless, or negligent acts of one party inflict harm to another. Irrespective of the specific instances of the lawsuit, both claims entail negligence. Besides negligence, these claims are totally different, and one ought to understand them before pursuing any of them.
A party that has sustained injuries due to the negligence of the other can file a claim seeking compensation for the damage inflicted. In a personal injury lawsuit, the injured party can receive compensation for the following:
Medical bills
Punitive damages
Lost income (past and future)
Pain and sufferingThe Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Road accidents caused by drunk driving are some of the most tragic because they are completely preventable. The far-reaching consequences include extensive property damage, legal ramifications and- in a worst-case scenario- death. If you find yourself in a situation where your loved one has lost their life in a senseless drunk-driving accident, it may be possible to file a wrongful death claim against the person responsible.
What is a wrongful death claim?
A wrongful death claim is a civil action which may be brought by the victim's close family against the individual responsible for the death. Grounds exist when the death occurred due to the action or inaction of another person. When they are successful, wrongful death claims are a means of obtaining financial damages from the at-fault party.
It's important to note that there are in fact two different types of claim which can be made in the aftermath of a drunk driving death. These are the aforementioned wrongful death claim, and also a survival action
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
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As a general rule, the only ones eligible to file a wrongful death claim are the spouse, children and parents of the victim. But if another member of the victim's immediate family witnesses the incident, and fulfils a few other requirements, they may also be able to obtain a damages settlement via a "bystander claim."
Bystander recovery claims differ from wrongful death claims because the focus is not on the victim but the witness. Witnessing the injury or death of a loved one can have a profound impact and cause all kinds of trauma. Bystander claims are designed to help people in that awful situation on the road to recovery. As such, they are completely different from the wrongful death claim which may be filed in relation to the same incident.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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If you have lost a family member due to the negligence of another party (whether that is a lone individual or a corporation), you are well within your rights to pursue a claim for wrongful death. This may allow you to retrieve significant damages to cover financial losses, as well as compensation for the mental anguish you have suffered.
Of course, no lawsuit is going to bring back your beloved family member, but a wrongful death claim can help you to attain a degree of closure. It is also an important means of ensuring the responsible party is found legally culpable for the incident.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Losing a beloved family member is never easy, but it is especially shocking when their death is the result of a motorcycle accident. In these circumstances, the trauma of the unexpected loss is supplemented by the financial pressure for those left behind.
The fact that your loved one's death was the result of another motorist's negligence adds to the distress and pain of the experience, and can make the grieving process much more difficult. But you don't need to suffer in silence. We can help you to begin your claim for wrongful death, and we'll be there to support you every step of the way.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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If a family member dies in a car crash caused by another party, those who are left behind- whether that is the husband or wife of the deceased, the parents or the children- are well within their rights to pursue a claim for wrongful death against both the other driver and the other driver's insurance provider.
But wrongful death claims are a complex business. Typically, the process for negotiating a financial settlement with the insurance company can be a stressful and drawn-out affair. And it's important to remember that the insurers in question will do everything in their power to avoid paying out the full value of your claim.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Every single driver in the United States has a legal obligation to ensure that their vehicle is properly insured. Of course, the individual regulations differ between states, but typically each vehicle must have a certain level of property damage and personal injury coverage in order to be legally fit to drive.
In spite of this, statistical estimates indicate that one in every six drivers does not have the legally required insurance. Even more troubling is the fact that it is uninsured drivers who are typically the likeliest to be involved in a fatal accident. This not only makes the roads more dangerous for insured drivers, it also adds an unnecessary layer of complexity to legal proceedings in relation to any accidents resulting in wrongful death.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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One of the many tragic aspects of losing your loved one in an accident is the amount of unanswered questions. It's perfectly natural to want to uncover all the circumstances surrounding the accident itself, to piece together the events which resulted in your loved one's death. It is also perfectly natural to want to hold those responsible to account. But this becomes decidedly more complex when the individual responsible is a minor.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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When a traffic collision involves large commercial vehicles such as 18-wheeler trucks or semis, the risk of fatalities is much higher than a collision between regular passenger vehicles. What's more, it has even been claimed that the fatality rate per mile is higher for commercial trucks than it is for any other vehicle.
Wrongful death claims are never easy, but those which involve 18-wheelers are particularly complex. This stems from the fact that more people are usually involved in the claim. These include the truck driver, the truck's owner, not to mention the larger corporation and various insurance providers. This can lead to added levels of complication in what is already a decidedly difficult business.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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In Texas, not all family members are permitted to pursue a claim for wrongful death. In addition, each family member is considered to be a separate claimant, rather than the family itself serving as the overall claimant. This means that any settlement awarded must be divided amongst them individually, with the exact percentage depending on the extent of their specific damages.
While negligence and responsibility are equally apportioned in a wrongful death claim, the damages are not. That means the value of these damages can differ greatly for beneficiaries depending on both monetary and non-monetary factors.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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Losing a loved one is guaranteed to send shockwaves through your family. As well as the unavoidable trauma, those left behind frequently have to contend with financial hardships as a direct result of their bereavement. For example, medical expenses and funeral costs- not to mention loss of income- mount up fast. In some circumstances, a wrongful death claim might be your best bet to mitigate against your losses and to obtain compensation. This might include wrongful death insurance benefits.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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When you are suffering through the bereavement in the aftermath of losing a loved one, navigating the murky waters of lawsuits and damages claims can seem all but impossible. That's why The Stephens Law Firm is here to support you in your grief, and to do what it takes to get you on the road to financial and emotional recovery.
Wrongful death claims are designed to award families a level of remuneration in proportion to the losses they have endured as a result of the death of a loved one. They also aim to hold those responsible to account. Of course, monetary damages are a poor substitute for your lost loved one, but they can provide a bit of extra financial support during this difficult time.
The Stephens Law Firm Accident Lawyers
9039 Katy Fwy Suite 209
Houston, TX 77024
281-623-1701
https://www.joestephenslaw.com/
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