​​There are many types of injuries that commonly result from car accidents. They range from minor bumps and bruises to serious catastrophic injuries. No part of the body is immune from injury in a car accident. Accident victims can suffer injuries to the head, including concussion , and to the neck and spine, like whiplash or a disc bulge or herniation. Car accident victims can also suffer from psychological injuries and mental distress, which can be as painful and debilitating.

After your crash, you likely went to the hospital if you were seriously injured. If you haven’t yet gone to see a doctor, you should do so as soon as possible. That’s because a medical professional can make sure you’re OK and provide official documentation of all the injuries your auto accident caused. This sort of documentation is going to be critical when you list your injuries in your claim for compensation. The more severe your injuries are, the more compensation you should receive if your claim is successful. Here are some other common serious injuries tied to car accidents in Galveston:

• Back and spine damage- including paralysis and chronic pain
• Traumatic brain injuries- such as contusions and concussions
• Burns – including extremely severe third-degree burns
• Amputations
• Fractured and broken bones
• Internal bleeding
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Organ damage
• Death​

​With severe injuries come significant damages, and your inability to continue working due to the extent of your condition can put your family in serious financial stress. With household bills continuing to pile up and medical expenses climbing, it is in your best interest to speak with a Galveston car accident attorney who can help you fight to protect your legal rights.

After your car accident, you were likely dazed and in pain, meaning you were unable to fully understand what had just happened. You might have missed key details about the events that led to your car accident—details that could determine the cause and, ultimately, who you should name in your claim for compensation. Identifying and proving the cause of your motor vehicle accident is going to be a key part of your lawyer’s job. We will gather evidence to show who or what caused your crash so we can build you the strongest case possible. The following are some of the most common ways that drivers cause car accidents in Galveston:

• Driver Errors and Car Accident Negligence – more often than not, the driver of the vehicle that struck you will have contributed to the cause of the accident in some way.
• Drunk Drivers and Car Accidents – drunk driving is a serious problem in and around Galveston. If a driver chose to drive while intoxicated and injured you as a result, you can hold him or her accountable with our firm’s help.
• Texting and Other Distractions in the Car – these days, everyone has a smartphone, and many people think it’s acceptable to use these devices while they’re driving. It’s not acceptable, and it causes countless injuries every year. Texting, using GPS systems, and engaging in many other distractions could be considered negligent behaviors for which you could be entitled to compensation if they caused your injuries.
• Driving While Drowsy– drowsy driving is an extremely dangerous driving behavior, and drivers who cause wrecks because they’re too tired can be held accountable for their decision to drive when their reactions and reflexes are numbed by fatigue
• Speeding– it seems that, when drivers think they can get away with it, they speed. No matter how clear the roads are or how much of a hurry driver are in, speeding is against the law. It can easily cause serious Galveston car accidents, and, for that, speeding drivers should be held financially accountable.

Poor driving practices are the primary cause of car crashes in Galveston. When another driver has neglected to consider the safety of those sharing the roads with them, your attorney will be ready to bring a civil claim against them so you can secure the compensation you deserve.

As the Galveston area expands one can expect higher rates of car accidents and injuries due to having increased traffic within the area. A car accident can change one’s life and be a headache for injured drivers and passengers while they are trying to recover. A car crash injury lawyer helps car accident victims because they work to educate the insurance company or other parties attorney about your injuries and what occurred to cause the injury or injuries. Our Car Accident Lawyer works to make the situation easier for you and your family so that you can focus on recovering from your injuries. At the Pascoe Law Firm we listen to our clients and work with them to build a strategy to best represent their needs. Our Auto Accident Lawyer handles a wide variety of car wreck cases that involve car accidents and injuries. If you have been injured in the Galveston area please speak with an attorney who will fight to protect your legal rights. If you have suffered a car accident and would like to speak with a lawyer about any and all claims  that are available, call us today at (713) 829-4317. The Pascoe Law Firm provides a free initial consultation and takes cases on a contingency basis – no attorney fees or costs of litigation unless we secure compensation on your behalf. Hablamos Español