Drunk driving car accidents in Houston are among the most devastating crashes you will see on our roads. When drivers operate a vehicle while intoxicated, they are putting innocent people at serious risk, often causing severe injuries.
If you have sustained severe injuries from a drunk driving car accident, you might be facing overwhelming medical bills and a long recovery process, and that is while insurance companies are fighting to limit what they will pay out. The good news is that a skilled car accident attorney from Mostyn Law is ready to help.
After a Houston DUI car crash, your actions can protect your health and legal rights.
You should seek immediate medical attention even if you feel fine after a drunk driver has caused a collision. Some injuries, such as internal bleeding, concussions, or soft tissue damage, may not show symptoms right away.
A health care provider can reveal hidden injuries and initiate a treatment plan. They will also document the injury and treatment record, linking the accident and injuries.
Immediate medical attention strengthens your claim and protects your legal rights. Insurance companies often dispute the severity of injuries if you delay treatment. Further, our legal team could use medical records to prove your claim and demonstrate the severity of your injury.
You should promptly notify the local police department after the crash. When the police arrive, they will generate a crash report. This report creates an official record of the accident that documents details while they are still recent, establishes a timeline, and preserves witness statements. It also documents road conditions, vehicle damage, and the officer’s assessment of fault, strengthening your personal injury claim.
Insurance companies require police reports to process claims, especially in cases involving criminal behavior, such as drunk driving. Without an official report, the intoxicated driver might deny fault or claim the accident never occurred.
The police report also creates a legal record that could support punitive damages claims. We could use a police crash report to demonstrate gross negligence, warranting additional compensation beyond standard damages.
You should speak to one of our Houston attorneys after an intoxicated driver has caused a vehicle collision. Our dedicated team can support you in negotiating with insurance companies, litigation, and adhering to legal deadlines.
Insurance companies train adjusters to minimize payouts and protect their company’s profit margin. Our experienced car accident attorneys ensure fair treatment by countering low offers. We can present damage documentation and negotiate aggressively to secure fair settlements that truly reflect your losses.
A Mostyn Law attorney is ready to litigate the case if negotiations fail. We can document the lawsuit, conduct discovery, depose witnesses, hire expert witnesses, and present compelling arguments in court.
Our courtroom readiness often motivates insurance companies to offer reasonable settlements before trial.
State law imposes a strict two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, starting from the date of the accident. Missing this deadline permanently bars your right to compensation. Our car accident attorneys can help you initiate a timely claim, protecting your right to compensation.
Despite your right to compensation from a drunk driver, insurers can make the process challenging. Our car accident attorneys from Mostyn Law protect claimants’ legal rights to compensation after drunk driving car accidents in Houston.
Contact our knowledgeable attorneys to maximize your recovery. Consultations are free with no obligation, so you have nothing to lose by calling our firm now.
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