Five Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Fort Worth

At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we understand that accidents can happen, but the injured victim should not have to pay for damages resulting from another party’s negligence.

Were you injured because someone else was negligent or careless? If so, our Fort Worth personal injury lawyers are prepared to help you recover compensation for your losses, such as medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Insurance companies always try to pay as little as possible, but we have been helping injured victims in Texas for decades, recovering millions for our clients. Below we highlight the top five types of personal injury claims we manage.

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Fort Worth Car Crashes

In the aftermath of a traumatic car crash, it is important to try to stay calm. Check yourself and others for injuries.

Look to see where your vehicle ended up. Are you too close to passing traffic? If so and your car is still drivable, move it as far off to the side of the road as possible. Do not try to exit your vehicle as that could put you in more danger. If it is unsafe to stay in your vehicle, check for traffic and exit cautiously. Then move as far from traffic and your vehicle as possible.

After calling for help, be sure to check around you for any witnesses and try to get their contact details. If you can do so safely, snap some pictures of the damaged vehicles and anything else at the crash scene that may help show what happened. Cooperate with police when they arrive, providing a factual, concise statement.

Some at-fault drivers may try to offer you cash at the accident scene, but we do not recommend accepting it. You do not yet know the total value of your damages, such as medical costs, property damage, lost wages and more. That cash offer is going to be far less than the full value of your claim. Additionally, insurance companies will try to get out of paying anything on your claim by saying accepting the cash offer is the same as agreeing to a settlement.

Having an experienced personal injury lawyer manage your claim can help you avoid critical mistakes that could damage your ability to recover the full and fair compensation you need. Our history of getting results for car crash victims includes a $5.6 million settlement we recovered for a victim who sustained a severe brain injury in a car crash.

Truck Accidents Caused by Big Rigs, 18-Wheelers and Semi-Trucks

The size and weight of a semi-truck, 18-wheeler or other big rig means the damages resulting from a crash with these vehicles are likely to be catastrophic or life-altering.

Truck accident claims are managed very differently from claims involving crashes between smaller cars. Trucking companies often step in with one or more attorneys to defend their driver and their company. Evidence not requested or gathered early on may get overwritten, lost or even destroyed.

At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we know what evidence to get and how to get it. If you were injured in a crash caused by a truck driver, there may be multiple parties responsible for your damages. We fight hard to hold all at-fault parties accountable for your damages.

Our legal team recovered a settlement of more than $4.5 million for a victim of a crash involving an 18-wheeler.

Construction Site Accidents

Construction sites are hotbeds of activity and potential hazards, making them one of the most dangerous work environments. Workers face daily risks from heavy machinery, falling objects, electrical hazards and unstable structures. Even with strict safety protocols in place, accidents can and do happen. These incidents can result in severe injuries like broken bones, spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injuries or even fatalities. The physical, emotional and financial toll on victims and their families can be overwhelming.

This is where a personal injury lawyer becomes crucial. Construction accident cases are often complex, involving multiple parties such as contractors, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers and property owners. A skilled attorney knows how to navigate this complicated landscape, determine liability and seek full compensation from the responsible parties.

Sexual Abuse

Sexual abuse is an extremely heinous form of injury. While victims injured in a sexual assault may bring criminal charges against the at-fault party, they may also pursue a civil case to recover compensation for their losses.

Injuries from a sexual assault are never “just” physical. When bringing this type of lawsuit, it is vital that you have an experienced and compassionate attorney who understands that. Victims may struggle to heal from the psychological trauma for months or even years afterwards. Some victims may never fully recover.

Seeking damages from an abuser is extremely difficult for victims of a sexual assault. It may make them feel like they are experiencing the trauma all over again. Many of these victims feel ashamed, afraid or perpetually anxious following a sexual assault. Suing the perpetrator cannot heal a victim’s pain or change what has happened. However, recovering compensation can help them get the medical help they need, including rehabilitation and therapy, to move forward with their lives.

Our firm has helped multiple sexual abuse victims recover compensation for their damages, including a $20.4 million settlement recovered for 11 children abused by their pastor.

Motorcycle Crashes

Motorcycle riders are extremely vulnerable in a collision with a car or other motor vehicle and may often suffer severe or fatal injuries.

Injured riders have other unique challenges, such as motorcycle bias, to deal with in a claim. Drivers of motor vehicles, police officers and insurance companies may all have pre-formed assumptions about motorcyclists. Common assumptions include the bias that all motorcyclists are daredevils and reckless drivers. These and other assumptions make it harder for victims to recover full compensation for their damages.

Need Legal Help After a Personal Injury Due to Negligence? Call Our Trusted Law Firm

After any injury caused by another party’s negligence in Fort Worth, we encourage you to take some vital steps to protect your health and potential legal claim.

To start with, be sure to check for injuries and take photos of the accident scene. If possible, capture images of your injuries as well. Call 9-1-1 without delay to report a car crash or other serious injury. Regardless of the type of accident, be sure to get examined by a medical professional right away.

Once your injuries have been stabilized, be sure to contact our law offices. We can help to determine if you may have a case and begin protecting your rights from day one.

An initial consultation is completely free and confidential. If you have a case and choose Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP to represent you, there are no upfront costs to pay. We only get paid if you do.

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