Many Texas personal injury cases get resolved through insurance settlements or pretrial negotiations. However, some cases do end up at trial, where the outcome is left to a judge or jury. No two lawsuits are the same, and the reason your case goes to trial will be unique to your circumstances. Reasons Why Your Personal […]
In Texas, if you win your case, liable parties and their insurance companies are responsible for paying your court judgment. The liable party is the person, business, or entity whose negligent actions caused your injury and subsequent losses. Generally, the money you recover will likely be paid out by an insurance company covering the at-fault party. […]
Most of the money you might receive as a personal injury settlement or jury award in Texas will be tax-free. This means damages received for medical expenses or for pain and suffering are not taxable. Federal tax law exempts damages (other than punitive damages) received on account of personal physical injury or physical sickness, and […]
Personal injury settlements in Texas are typically paid out in either of two ways: as a lump sum or through a structured settlement. Lump Sum Payment A lump sum payment is one way to receive a personal injury settlement. This option provides the injured party with the total settlement amount at one time. A lump […]
Are you dissatisfied with your personal injury lawyer and wondering if you can fire them? The answer is yes. You can dismiss your attorney at any time without stating a reason. As a client, you deserve to be satisfied with the legal services your attorney provides. While you have the right to change attorneys, it’s […]
Getting fair compensation from a personal injury claim can be a challenging task. If you’re seriously injured and seeking fair compensation for your losses, you might already know that insurance companies don’t make it easy. They use defense lawyers and crafty defense strategies to pay out as little as possible to settle claims. This is […]
Not every injury suffered in a car accident, a slip and fall, or other mishap warrants a personal injury claim. You must be able to prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injury and that the amount of losses you sustained justifies legal action. The personal injury lawyers of Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, […]
The aftermath of an accident that leaves you seriously injured is a highly emotional time. In addition to medical issues, if someone else was at fault, you may be at a loss as to how to hold them financially accountable for your injuries. Seek the guidance of an established attorney who has handled many similar […]
When a careless individual or business causes an accident that leads to injuries, seeking compensation for those injuries can be a challenge. When a government entity causes an injury, pursuing compensation is complicated by the issue of sovereign immunity. Government entities are shielded from liability, making it hard for accident victims to recover money for […]
Not everyone involved in a car accident is the epitome of perfect health at the time of the collision. A person in a collision may experience effects on their physical and mental well-being following a significant Dallas car accident. How do you separate accident-related injuries from pre-existing injuries? Can a prior medical condition or injury […]
