After suffering an injury, lost wages, or medical debt, an Amarillo personal injury lawyer can help you fight for financial recovery.
A personal injury lawyer serving Amarillo from D. Miller & Associates, PLLC™ has the resources to guide you through the confusion of insurance and medical billing issues. Take the first step with a free case review to find out if our team of lawyers can help.
Personal Injury Claims We Handle in Amarillo
Personal injury claims cover a broad spectrum, including:
- Slip and fall
- Hit and run
- Assault and battery
- Workplace accidents
- Medical negligence
- Vehicle accidents
- Commercial vehicle accidents
With such a wide array of potential causes and the intricacies of personal injury law, it makes sense to consult with a personal injury lawyer serving Amarillo. The advantages of working with our team include:
- Years of experience with Texas personal injury law
- A team of investigators and negotiators
Navigating through the maze of confusion following a personal injury can be overwhelming. Our team can help with the process.
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
Peace of mind. A simple thought, but one with an enormous benefit. Seeking advice from a personal injury lawyer will offer you the ability to understand your rights under Texas law. That knowledge may give you the peace of mind necessary to continue on your path of recovery.
During an evaluation of your potential for financial recovery, our team will complete several critical steps.
Investigating the Cause of Your Accident
Every accident has a cause. The reason may be an underlying factor that is not immediately evident. During the investigation phase, our lawyers will examine everything that may pertain to the cause of your injury, including:
- The type of accident
- Time and location of the accident
- Weather conditions (if the accident occurred outdoors)
- Condition of the premises
- Safety precautions in place on the premises
- Actions that were taken after your accident
Our personal injury lawyers can help in determining all the factors that may have contributed to the cause of your injury.
Handling Communication with Insurance Companies
The one piece of advice that almost all lawyers offer regarding personal injury cases is that you should not talk to the insurance company. It is helpful to obtain the assistance of a personal injury lawyer before communicating with an insurance carrier.
Negotiating with the Insurer
The main goal of an insurance company may seem to be the denial of any claims or to pay as little as possible. To that end, it will work hard to convince you to sign away your rights for potential compensation that you may be eligible to collect.
We have decades of experience dealing with insurance companies. Our team will negotiate with the insurer to get the compensation you deserve.
Preparing Your Case for Trial
In some cases, filing a lawsuit and allowing a jury to decide your case is the best option. For this reason, we always prepare our cases for court from the start.
Recoverable Damages in an Amarillo Injury Case
The damages you can recover depend on the circumstances of your case but could include:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
If you lost a loved one in an accident, please accept our condolences. Our team can help you fight for financial recovery to ease your grieving process.
Our Team Will Establish the Following for Your Case
When a personal injury lawyer is assisting you, they will organize the facts of your claim to show four main elements:
- Duty
- Breach
- Causation
- Damages
Duty refers to a need to show that a defendant was responsible for providing something to you. An example of duty would be that a business owner has a duty to provide a safe property.
A business owner’s failure to maintain a safe environment is a breach. Causation applies when the circumstances lead back to the defendant’s action or failure to act. For example:
- A stairway railing was broken for three months before the accident.
- The business owner knew and failed to repair the rail. (Duty and Breach)
- You fell down the stairs when you grabbed the broken handrail. (Causation)
- You broke your arm and suffered a head injury due to the business owner’s failure to repair the railing. (Damages)
Gathering Evidence
To prove the factors outlined above, the gathering of evidence is essential. If you are suffering, a personal injury lawyer can be critical in gathering evidence promptly.
A personal injury lawyer from our firm will do the following during the evidence-gathering stage:
- Track down and speak with witnesses to gather statements
- Obtain or take pictures and video of the accident scene, property damage, and other related photographic or video information
- Obtain medical reports, records of treatment, and medical billing statements
- Obtain property inspection reports from inspection agencies
- Gather employment reports, property damage reports, and other documents relating to the defendant’s business
We will use this evidence to establish liability and the extent of your damages.
Determining the Level of Damages
Every personal injury has its unique circumstances. There is never a specific dollar amount placed on compensatory damages. If you were injured and want to learn about potential financial recovery, please seek a free consultation with an Amarillo personal injury lawyer.
Contact D. Miller & Associates, PLLC™
Your Amarillo personal injury lawyer is D. Miller & Associates, PLLC™. Contact us today for your FREE consultation.
With multiple lawyers, investigators, and medical coordinators available, we have the ability to evaluate your circumstances to determine if you might be eligible for compensation.