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Holladay Law

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Car Accident Attorney in Houston, Texas

Being injured in a car accident can leave victims facing serious medical expenses, lost income, and uncertainty about what to do next. When a collision is caused by another driver’s negligence, taking prompt action is critical. Seeking immediate medical care protects both physical health and the integrity of a potential injury claim, while early legal guidance helps prevent insurance companies from minimizing or denying compensation.

At Holladay Law, we provide aggressive, results-driven representation to car accident victims throughout the Greater Houston area, including Spring, The Woodlands, and North Houston. Our founding attorney, R. J. Holladay, understands the tactics insurance companies use to minimize payouts. We work tirelessly to ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. Hiring a Houston car accident lawyer shouldn’t be a financial burden. We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. You pay nothing upfront, and we only get paid if we win your case.

 

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Common Car Accident Scenarios

What Should You Do Right After a Car Accident?

Common Car Accident Injuries

Causes of Car Accidents

Free Consultation for Houston Car Accident Victims

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Common Houston Car Accident Scenarios

Car accidents can be caused by a number of factors, and multiple parties may be at fault. This makes determining liability in a car accident potentially complex and overwhelming without the help of a lawyer. The firm’s founding attorney, R. J. Holladay, has experience handling a variety of auto accidents, including those caused by:

A serious car accident can disrupt your personal and professional lives and can cost you a considerable amount in vehicle repairs or replacement, medical bills and lost earnings. If you have been in a car accident and another driver was at fault, you could be entitled to compensation to cover all your damages associated with the accident. By thoroughly investigating the cause of the accident, the firm can determine who is to blame and use the findings to build a strong injury claim on your behalf.

What Should You Do Right After a Car Accident in Houston?

Right after a car crash, retreat to a safe place, if possible. Call 911 or make sure that someone else calls 911. This is especially important if anyone has injuries or you believe another driver was to blame.

When medical personnel arrive at the scene, you should accept any emergency medical care or assessment that they offer. If they say you need an ambulance ride, do not fight it. Being in a car wreck involves a great deal of stress and excitement, and the adrenaline associated with the accident could result in you not noticing particular injuries or their symptoms.

The police should also arrive at the scene, and you should give them your version of what happened. The police will help to facilitate the exchanging of insurance and other information with the drivers involved in the car crash. The police are also trained to determine when a person is intoxicated and should not be driving or when they violated another law. If the driver is arrested or cited for a violation, it can help your car accident case in the future.

Police officers should prepare a report regarding what they think happened in the car crash, and you want your story in the police report. A police report can be valuable to present to the insurance company, as it might be persuasive regarding liability. If you talk to anyone following the auto accident, including the police or other drivers, make sure that you do not apologize or accept any fault for the car accident. To protect your rights, get legal counsel as soon as possible and keep communications with anyone else about your accident at a minimum.

Common Car Accident Injuries & Recoverable Damages

Each case is unique, but many crash victims tend to suffer similar types of injuries. Some of the most common include:

Soft Tissue Injuries

A soft tissue injury is damage to the body’s connective tissue, such as muscles, ligaments, and tendons. The most common form of soft tissue injury in car accidents is whiplash. While painful, the injuries may not show up in X-rays. You need an experienced personal injury attorney to assert your right to compensation for the therapies and rest that you need to get better.

Head Injuries

Did you suffer a concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), skull fracture or lingering headaches? If your head struck the steering wheel, dashboard or window upon impact, your resulting head injury should be evaluated and monitored by medical professionals. If your TBI was serious, you may require evaluation, treatment and therapy from a neuropsychologist or another knowledgeable care provider.

Chest Injuries

The chest is typically one of the first body parts to experience crash impact, often in the form of broken ribs, punctured lungs and internal bleeding. The effects of these injuries may impact you for years or a lifetime.

Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord damage can significantly impair movement and feeling, commonly resulting in partial or complete paralysis. You and your family may need modifications to your home and vehicle as well as the services of a professional care attendant to adapt to your life after a spinal cord injury.

Superficial Injuries

In minor crashes, many people experience lacerations, bruises and abrasions. Although these injuries are not severe, they may cause scarring and disfigurement, which can lead to poor self-image and other problems.

Causes of Car Accidents

The crash that injured you may have been a result of another driver’s poor choices, such as:

Aggressive Driving

including speeding, tailgating and antagonizing other drivers

Reckless or Careless Driving

meaning driving with no regard for the safety of others, including ignoring signs and signals, making unsafe lane changes and failing to keep a lookout

Fatigued or Drowsy Driving

which can result in a driver falling asleep behind the wheel or being unable to react quickly enough to avoid a collision

Drunk or Drugged Driving

whether under the influence of alcohol, over-the-counter or prescription drugs, or street narcotics

Distracted Driving

including texting, making phone calls, eating, reading maps or other behaviors that diminish focus while driving

All of these behaviors are rooted in negligence. Every driver has a duty to drive in a manner that minimizes the risk of harm to themselves and others. Those who violate this duty of care can and should be held accountable for any damage that they cause. Holladay Law will work tirelessly to help you claim compensation for medical bills, lost wages and/or earning capacity, pain and suffering and other damages.

Free Consultation for Houston Car Accident Victims

Holladay Law represents individuals injured in car accidents throughout Houston and the surrounding metropolitan area. The firm offers free case evaluations and handles auto accident cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you owe no attorney’s fees unless the firm recovers compensation for you.

To discuss your legal options, call 281-984-3948 or submit an online inquiry to schedule a free consultation.

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