Car Accidents

With a growing number of the population getting behind the wheel of a car to carry out day-to-day activities, it is no surprise that the subsequent number of car accidents that occur each year has reached a devastating rate. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 6 million traffic accidents take place annually—leaving more than 40,000 dead as a result.

In Texas alone, more than 3,300 people are killed in auto collisions every year, in addition to the countless others that suffer the lifelong consequences of a catastrophic injury. In the face of a life-altering injury, it is good to know that you have options. By reviewing the specific elements of your case with a personal injury attorney in Dallas, you can improve your understanding of the rights you hold as an accident victim, and will be one step closer to obtaining the financial compensation that you deserve.

Call the Dallas car accident lawyers at The Lenahan Law Firm at (214) 295-1008 or toll-free at (888) 473-2820 for dedicated legal support and a free consultation.

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The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Texas is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of your car accident to file a claim or you may lose your right to compensation. Additionally, Texas follows a “modified comparative fault” rule. This means that even if you are partially at fault for an accident you are still eligible to pursue compensation, just as long as you are less then 51% at fault for the accident. In these cases, your percentage of fault will be determined by the court. Whatever compensation you are awarded will be reduced by the same percentage you of fault you were found to be responsible for.