{"id":577,"date":"2022-02-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-28T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.clewislaw.com\/common-questions\/what-to-do-after-an-accident\/"},"modified":"2025-02-15T12:04:38","modified_gmt":"2025-02-15T18:04:38","slug":"what-to-do-after-an-accident","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/clewislaw.com\/es\/common-questions\/what-to-do-after-an-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 hacer tras un accidente"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_type=&#8221;circular&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;#3957a8 0%|#1c306e 76%&#8221; background_enable_image=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-1px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; 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Your compensation -known as \u201cdamages\u201d -can encompass an array of damages, including, but not limited to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical bills<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages<\/li>\n<li>Pain and suffering<\/li>\n<li>Mental anguish<\/li>\n<li>Loss of earning capacity<\/li>\n<li>Other damages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your Texas personal injury attorney will be able to evaluate your case and deem which damages are appropriate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is my personal injury lawsuit worth?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As noted above, a personal injury lawsuit can result in many different types of compensation. However, each case is different; you\u2019ll need the help of a competent personal injury attorney to review the facts, determine liability and give you an estimate of the damages you could recover. 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If a potential plaintiff waits longer than two years, they will be unable to file a claim or recover compensation. This is why it\u2019s so important that you consult with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney immediately following your accident.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How are personal injury settlements paid out in Texas?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Typically, you will receive either a structured settlement or a lump sum payout. Once you agree to a settlement and sign the accompanying documents, the insurance company will send the check to your attorney. State law requires insurance companies to disburse your settlement funds within five business days. Your attorney will deduct their fees and other expenses as well as pay outstanding bills such as medical liens before issuing you your check.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; module_class=&#8221;flip-spacing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/clewislaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/rear-estate-agent-young-couple-going-through-blueprints-using-digital-tablet-meeting.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;rear-estate-agent-young-couple-going-through-blueprints-using-digital-tablet-meeting&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;on|4px|4px|4px|4px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||50px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|5%|3%|5%|false|true&#8221; border_radii=&#8221;off|||4px|4px&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1080px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Colby Lewis fights for your rights and protects your interests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When a personal injury lawsuit is a possibility, there are many moving parts in deciding whether to file. Don\u2019t be left wondering about your rights -the knowledgeable attorneys at the Law Offices of Colby Lewis know how to protect your rights and your interests. Contact us today by phone or online to get an evaluation of your case.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;3%|5%||5%|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Avenir Light||||||||&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Avenir Black||||||||&#8221; header_3_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; header_3_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; header_3_font_size=&#8221;1.8em&#8221; header_3_line_height=&#8221;1.2em&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; max_width=&#8221;900px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>After an accident, you need someone who isn\u2019t afraid to fight for your rights.<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px;\">If you\u2019ve been in an accident, follow these steps. 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Notify Police<\/h4>\n<p>Always obtain a police report before leaving the scene of an accident!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_4_font=&#8221;Avenir Black||||||||&#8221; header_4_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>2. Seek Medical Care<\/h4>\n<p>Serious injuries require immediate medical care; however, some injuries may not be felt until days after an accident. Always get checked out by a medical professional after an accident, even if you don\u2019t think you need it.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_4_font=&#8221;Avenir Black||||||||&#8221; header_4_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>3. Seek Legal Advice<\/h4>\n<p>Insurance companies will always act in their own best interests! 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Of these, many result in personal injury lawsuits against private persons, businesses, government entities and more. While personal injury lawsuits are prevalent, if you\u2019ve been injured in an accident you will undoubtedly have questions about filing a claim. Here, we look at the most frequently asked questions we receive from our clients and give you the facts you need to make an informed decision about your potential personal injury lawsuit. Still have questions or want to get started? Reach out to the experienced Texas personal injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Colby Lewis for an evaluation today.What is considered a personal injury in Texas? Simply, a personal injury case involves injury to a person or their property. 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