Texas Drowsy Driving Accident Attorneys
Speeding Accident Attorneys With Offices in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin, and Dallas, Texas
While you have the right to expect that all motorists are awake and alert, this isn’t always the case. Some drivers get behind the wheel without appropriate rest or fail to get off the road when they become too tired to operate a vehicle safely.
If you suffer injuries caused by a drowsy driver, a Thomas J. Henry Law fatigued driving accident lawyer can assist you. Our award-winning personal injury firm has extensive experience pursuing and recovering compensation for victims of this negligent behavior.
Common Causes, Signs and Risks of Fatigued Driving Incidents
Incidents where drivers fall asleep at the wheel can occur for many reasons. Commercial vehicle operators may become drowsy if they spend too much time behind the wheel while failing to take mandatory breaks. A driver unaccustomed to making long overnight road trips could also succumb to fatigue when not getting enough rest. Consuming alcohol or taking certain prescription or illegal drugs can be additional factors.
If you’re on the road, especially late at night, it helps to stay alert for drowsy drivers. Warning signs can include swerving, driving erratically and failing to obey traffic laws. A defensive driving approach can help you avoid significant injuries that can result from these mishaps, such as traumatic brain injuries, fractures, and internal organ damage.
Understanding Drowsy Driving Accident Liability and How a Lawyer Can Help
While there is no specific falling asleep behind the wheel law in Texas, the state’s Transportation Code Section 647.009 states that a driver’s alertness or ability to operate the vehicle cannot be impaired by fatigue or illness. An accident could result in criminal charges like reckless driving, endangerment or vehicular manslaughter. Drivers could also be liable if their negligence causes injuries.
If you can show that you are less than 51% at fault for the accident and that the driver who fell asleep at the wheel and hit you failed to use reasonable care, a Thomas J. Henry Law attorney can help you recover compensation. You may receive compensation for damages including:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Disfigurement
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
Our team will conduct a comprehensive investigation by reviewing accident reports, eyewitness accounts and other evidence to determine liability. We’ll then collaborate with you on the appropriate legal strategy, which could entail going to trial or pursuing a settlement with the insurance company.
Why Trust Thomas J. Henry Law?
When you choose us for a drowsy driving accident case, we will work hard to help you recover compensation. Our firm consists of over 250 lawyers who are ready to protect your legal rights. Although we’re a larger firm, you will work with a dedicated attorney and legal team who will give your situation the undivided attention it deserves.
Moreover, our no-win, no-fee policy ensures your access to justice. You won’t pay legal fees unless we win on your behalf.
Thomas J. Henry Law has offices in San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi and Austin to serve you. Call our firm for a free drowsy driving accident case review today.
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Your San Antonio Car Accident Questions Answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following a car accident, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry Law, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
How Does the “No Win No Fee” Promise Work?
The Thomas J. Henry “No Win No Fee” promise works as part of a contingency fee agreement. Instead of receiving payments from clients, we recoup fees and expenses from the final settlement or verdict our clients receive.
This allows us to start working on your case as soon as you hire us, ensuring that your case is handled with the urgency it deserves. It also means you can focus on getting better rather than cutting us a check.
The percentage we collect may vary depending on the complexity of your case, but you will be kept informed so you know what we are collecting before your case is closed.
Even better, you owe us nothing if we don’t win your case! Because our fees are collected as a percentage of your settlement or verdict, we do not collect anything unless and until you get your recovery. This means there is no risk to hiring a qualified attorney to handle your case!
Do I Have to Pay to Speak with an Injury Attorney?
Thomas J. Henry Law offers free case reviews so that you can better understand your legal options. This means you pay nothing for your first consultation. Additionally, Thomas J. Henry Law works on a contingency fee basis meaning that if you do choose to hire us, you pay us nothing unless and until we win your case.
To learn more about what it takes to speak with an injury attorney about your claim here.
Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney Help Me Settle My Case?
Insurance companies will attempt to pay out as little as possible when resolving an injury claim. When an individual pursues compensation from an insurance company without the aid of an attorney, the insurance company may see the lack of representation as an opportunity to lowball the injured victim as there is no immediate risk of trial or legal recourse.
By hiring a competent attorney who has a reputation for achieving large verdicts in the courtroom, you are sending a message to the insurer. It will provide the insurance company with extra incentive to offer a fair settlement the first time.
If that first offer is not fair, an experienced personal attorney will have the resources and the knowledge to negotiate with the insurance company in pursuit of a better offer.
What is a Contingency Fee?
In a contingency fee arrangement, an attorney agrees to accept a fixed percentage of your recovery as payment. This means that if you win your case, your attorney will collect their fees and expenses from the money awarded to you. However, if you lose your case, your attorney will collect nothing.
Most lawyers prefer not to work on contingency cases for two reasons:
- There is a risk the firm will be paid nothing
- Any payment is delayed until money is collected from the opposing party
Generally, a lawyer who accepts contingency fee cases:
- Regularly represents clients who lack the financial resources to pay hourly attorney’s fees (as is often the case for personal injury victims).
- Is more selective about the cases they accept.
- Is very confident in their ability to win the cases they choose to handle.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
The cost associated with hiring a personal injury attorney and how payment is collected may vary from firm to firm. At Thomas J. Henry, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means that we don’t charge our clients a penny unless and until we win their case.
Working on a contingency fee basis allows clients access to resources and legal representation they might otherwise struggle to afford. The more serious a case is, the more money it costs to take to trial. This is because complex litigation tends to take longer to resolve and the entities involved fight harder.
This is especially true if your lawsuit is against a large company, as would be the case in a trucking accident or on-the-job injury. Such companies employ teams of lawyers and have seemingly unlimited financial resources. You need an attorney who has the same. Thomas J. Henry employs a team of more than 100 attorneys and has the money to fight your case out to the end.
Finally, by collecting any fees and expenses after a verdict or settlement is secured, Thomas J. Henry can help ensure his clients are able to focus on healing. “The client’s job is to heal. We will handle the rest,” says Thomas J. Henry.
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
In Texas, a personal injury case is only worth what a jury is willing to award you. This is why you need an attorney who can not only prove the economic damages you have sustained due to your accident, but can also demonstrate the value of non-economic damages you may have sustained, such as pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of consortium.
Learn more about how to estimate the value of your personal injury claim here.
Why
choose
us?
We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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