Car Accident Lawyer

• Mechanical Failure and Defective Design: Defective car parts are becoming another frequent cause for car accidents to occur on Texas roadways. Auto manufacturers and parts suppliers indirectly cause thousands of collisions because of defective or poor product designs. Common mechanical parts that fail include steering and suspension; tires and brakes; and lighting.With the recent “recalls” from different car manufactures it is not uncommon that a faulty vehicle party could be the reason that a car collision has resulted. A defective car part might include parts such as: seat belts, accelerator controls, electrical wiring, wheels, tire blowouts, or brake failure. If any of these important aspect of your or another drivers car fails it could lead to a fatal car accident or serious injuries. If a violent car collision occurs the damage might not just be limited to your car but could include physical injury to your body. Roads damaged with potholes and uneven pavement increase the potential for blowing out tires or causing other mechanical failures. Inaccurate or incorrect signage can influence drivers and place construction workers and travelers in perilous positions. Malfunctioning traffic lights increase the risk of intersection collisions. Construction zone errors endanger passing motorists and workers.

• Bad Weather: Weather ​can cause be a factor that causes a car accident. While a car accident might occur on a beautiful day and on a perfect road. Often times auto accidents are the result of poor road conditions or because of bad weather. It seems that wherever you drive on the Texas roadways the road conditions are always under construction. Uneven pavement or potholes could contribute to a vehicle accident. Whenever a driver is forced to swerve suddenly to avoid hitting a foreign obstacle or a poor road condition it can cause the driver to over-correct causing the vehicle to slide while they are trying to regain control. If you add in weather conditions such as heavy rain you end up with a recipe for a common cause of car accidents.  Common weather hazards include: heavy fog, which impairs visibility; snow and ice, which impairs directional control and creates special problems on bridges and elevated roads; rain and flooding, which obviously makes roads slippery but also reduces visibility conditions and creates conditions for hydroplaning; and morning and evening glare, which leads to dangers such as sun blinding.

• Speed: Speeding is the final and most common cause of car accidents that our Car Accident Lawyer encounters. In the above mentioned study by  the  NHTSA, as many as 28% of traffic fatality accidents involve speeding. Drivers speeding and unable to stop in time to prevent an accident. Speeding is a dangerous risk that can have serious consequences. When drivers speed past the speed limit that is set for a roadway they are endangering themselves and other motorists. Many drivers might be running late and speed to try and make up time. However, this unsafe risk is a common cause for car accidents. When a driver’s speed exceed the speed limit it can become difficult for drivers to stop suddenly. Because of the elevated speed a lot of car accidents occur because the driver simply have enough time to come to a complete stop. While it might seem like a minor bump, even a minor car accident can cause serious injuries from the collision. Car accidents can cause all sorts of injuries. Some crashes might only result in a minor bump, bruising, or soreness. Unfortunately, other motor vehicle collisions can cause devastating and life changing result is just the blink of an eye. At the Pascoe Law Firm our Attorney helps people who have been hurt due to a car wreck.

First, please get medical attention you are hurt. If you need help finding medical attention the Pascoe Law Firm might be able to help you with this process. Medical treatment is important part of a car accident case. The adjuster will evaluate your case based upon your injuries. If  you do not go to the doctor the insurance company will assume that you were not injured.  Think of the chiropractor or medical doctor as the author of your story of how this accident impacted your body.  Their medical records will be the story how you were injured and your treatment and recovery.

​ If possible, please remember to get a police report every time you have been in a motor vehicle accident. It is important to take photos of the collision before moving the vehicles, if safe to do so. Often times, the person who hit your vehicle might seem trustworthy and they might not want to go through insurance process. Make sure you protect yourself by getting the police report and taking photos.

 The truth is that you don’t know if a person you just met is trustworthy or not. You may be in shock from having an accident. You might not know how all the laws might apply to different facts. Never admit fault, even if pressed to make a statement declaring your responsibility. Be honest about the facts. But be a journalist—do not editorialize. Make sure to  protect your self by not agreeing to anything until you know the full scope of your damage.

​Additionally, make sure to record the other driver’s license number and insurance information to make sure they are not just giving you false information. Trade your telephone, address, insurance carrier, full legal name, license plate number, and additional contact information with all other drivers involved in the crash.​ Take Photos of your vehicle and the other driver’s vehicle. Gather names and telephone number of any witness that might have seen the accident take place.

The Car Accident Lawyer at the Pascoe Law Firm is experienced in handling all types of car accident cases. Injury victims of a car accident often face physical pain and unpaid bills after a collision. They may not know the best steps to take to protect their rights. Most car accidents involve a legal claim of negligence. In order to determine the negligence in a car accident, the plaintiff needs establish that the defendant was the party who caused car accident to occur. After a car accident it is important to document and gather as much evidence as possible. Following an accident an experienced car accident lawyer should conduct a prompt investigation of the car accident. It is important to get documentation of the car accident by having a police report. Additionally, take photographs of the car accident while the cars are still connected if possible. Furthermore, if possible try to record the names, phone numbers, and address of any individuals who witnessed the car accident occur.  These will all help your car accident attorney build your car accident case.

Car Accident Attorney, John D Pascoe represents injury and accident victims by protecting their rights and fighting against big insurance companies after a car crash. Many who are involved in a car accident fear that the big insurance company is just trying to take advantage the situation. Other car accident victims might feel that the insurance company is giving them the run around and trying to avoid the claim. After a car accident many injury victims become frustrated trying to resolve their car accident claim on their own. By hiring a lawyer, it can send a message to the insurance company that you mean business. Many insurance companies stop playing games after they know that an injury victim has hired an automobile accident lawyer. Don’t let car insurance companies take advantage of you after a car wreck. Car accident lawyers work to keep the insurance process moving following a car crash. After a car accident your lawyer will work to try and get you the best possible results available depending on your situation. When people try to negotiate their car accident and injury claims on their own they may be giving up compensation to which they are entitled to, and might not know is available. If you or a loved was has been injured in a car accident, you should contact an experienced Car Accident Lawyer immediately to learn what legal options you have available.

At the Pascoe Law Firm, our Car Accident Lawyer is often asked about how long will it take for a car crash injury claim to be completed. This question is not uncommon and many injury victims often ask, how long their will case last and if can be resolved quickly. Because almost every car accident is different the answer will ultimately depend upon your unique situation and set of facts. The time it takes to effectively resolve a car accident injury case depends on a variety of factors including:

• Nature and degree of injury
• Whether or not medical treatment is still ongoing
• The backlog in the court system

​Each of these control the timeliness of the resolution of the claim when dealing with a car wreck. Unfortunately, a quick resolution is not always possible. However, at the Pascoe Law Firm we strives to resolve matters as quickly and efficiently as possible. While we work to keep your case moving we make sure that we make sure that your legal rights are protected throughout the entire process.

​As stated before, we recommend that you contact a lawyer before talking to an insurance company. After being hurt in a collision, the most likely source of compensation is the at-fault driver’s auto insurance provider. Very few car crash claims go to trial. Instead, they are typically settled out of court with an insurer.

​The high rate of settlements should not make you believe that insurance companies are easy to work with, or that they are on your side. Insurers are major companies that are most interested in protecting their bottom lines. They will do whatever they can to deny your claim or limit your compensation.

Do:

• Gather information at the scene that can be used in your claim
• Take pictures and video of your injuries and property damage.
• Notify your insurance company of the crash as soon as possible (We recommend for you have lawyer to do this for you)

Don’t:

• Talk to an insurance company before you speak with a lawyer
• Apologize or admit fault to the other driver or insurance company
• Accept the first settlement offer from an insurance company