Head-on collisions can cause particularly devastating injuries because of the speed of each car and the forces involved. If you suffered injuries in a Houston head-on collision caused by another motorist, Texas law allows you to hold them financially responsible for the damages you suffered. This includes your medical care, and even ongoing care costs if you or a loved one will require continuing care for your injuries. A head-on collision accident and injury lawyer in Houston can help you file a claim for compensation.

The legal team from D. Miller & Associates, PLLC, offers free case reviews. We can explain the strength of your Houston car accident case and your chances of a financial recovery. If we believe you have a valid case, we can file your insurance claim on your behalf or take the at-fault driver to court.

Call us today at 713-850-8600 to learn more.

Recoverable Damages Following a Houston Head-On Car Accident

When we investigate your accident, we will collect your bills, receipts, repair estimates, and other documentation of your losses and expenses. We will also meet with medical experts who can help us understand any ongoing or future care you may need. This will give us a good idea of how much your case is worth. Then we can offer you an estimated range of what you may expect.

Some common damages after a head-on collision might include:

  • Emergency transportation if you took an ambulance after the car accident;
  • Hospitalization and treatment costs;
  • Inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient therapies;
  • Ongoing or future care costs;
  • Lost wages and future lost income and benefits;
  • Repair or replacement of your vehicle;
  • A rental car while yours is unavailable;
  • Out-of-pocket costs, such as home renovations to accommodate a wheelchair; and
  • Pain and suffering damages.

Negligence and Liability in a Houston Head-On Collision

Before we can file a successful insurance claim against another driver, we need to collect evidence to prove they caused the head-on collision. This requires us to show they acted in a negligent way. We can prove this by showing four things:

  1. The driver had a responsibility to follow all traffic laws and drive in a careful and lawful way;
  2. The driver failed to uphold this responsibility and broke laws or acted carelessly;
  3. This action or inaction led to a head-on collision; and
  4. You suffered physical and financial injuries as a result of the collision.

Proving negligence may require a wealth of evidence, depending on the facts of the case. Sometimes the police report that attributes fault to the other driver may be enough.

If it is not clear where each car was at the time of the crash, knowing who crossed over the centerline may be more difficult. In this case, an accident reconstruction expert may be necessary. We can also call on a survey team to document every aspect of the crash scene and preserve any evidence. In some cases, we might even examine the at-fault party’s phone records to see if they were texting, or we might check their medical records to determine if they were on medications that made them drowsy.

Once we prove negligence, we can hold the at-fault driver liable for the damages they caused. Proving negligence is sometimes difficult. For this reason, we recommend working with a car accident attorney on this type of case.

Getting Help With Your Claim From a Head-On Collision Lawyer

Legally, you can file your Houston car accident claim on their own. You are not required to have an attorney help you. However, we find that our clients often recover much more with our help than they could have without it. We have the resources and experience necessary to get the most out of this type of case.

We want to recover the money you need to pay for your medical care, cover your lost wages, and compensate you for your other damages. We will investigate your accident and enlist the help of experts who can help us prove your case.

Once we build a strong claim on your behalf, we will send a demand letter to the at-fault driver’s auto liability insurance company. This letter outlines our case and demands a financial settlement to cover your damages. Usually, this leads to settlement negotiations and, eventually, a fair settlement. If the insurance company refuses to pay a settlement that covers your damages, we can file a lawsuit.

Time Limits for Filing a Lawsuit in Texas

Texas law

gives you two years from the date of your accident to take civil action against the at-fault driver in your head-on collision. If you file a personal injury lawsuit against them, you can take your case in front of a judge and jury and let them decide how much compensation you deserve.

Most Houston car accident cases settle before a lawsuit becomes necessary, and this deadline does not apply to filing an auto liability insurance claim. However, if this deadline has already passed, we have little leverage to convince the insurer to negotiate with us. In this way, this statute of limitations plays a key role in filing car accident insurance claims, as well.

Contact a Head-On Collision Accident and Injury Attorney in Houston About Your Case.

If you suffered injuries in a head-on crash in Houston, D. Miller & Associates, PLLC, is here to help. Our team offers free case reviews, and we can evaluate the strength of your evidence against the at-fault driver. Call us today at 713-850-8600 for your complimentary evaluation and consultation.