When you get hit by another car in Texas, you can sue them for damages. You have to show that they were responsible for the accident though, and proving liability isn’t always easy. A Corpus Christi, Texas car accident lawyer from our firm can tell you more about how cases like this work and help you gather the evidence needed to claim fair compensation.
How Does Liability Matter in Texas Car Accidents?
If you have no-fault coverage, like personal injury protection, and make a claim with your own insurer, then liability does not really matter. However, if you have serious injuries and property damage, you may consider making a claim with another driver’s insurer. This is when liability is going to matter.
You are not going to get any money out of an insurance company unless you can show that their driver was responsible for the damages. If you don’t have a compelling case, the insurer is just going to do everything that they can to shift the blame to you or another party involved in the crash.
How Can I Prove Liability and Negligence?
It isn’t always easy to show that someone else is liable for a car crash. If you want to show how someone was negligent and prove that you are owed fair compensation, some evidence that can help includes:
- Photos of the accident scene and damaged vehicles
- Information from the police report
- Eyewitness testimony
- Surveillance camera footage
- Medical records and bills
- Testimony from expert witnesses
- Estimates for vehicle repairs or replacement
All of these can help you prove liability and show how much damage was done in the crash. That can help you pursue fair compensation.
What If I’m Accused of Sharing Liability?
Now if an insurer cannot credibly claim that their driver had nothing to do with the accident, they might try another strategy. They may admit that their driver is mostly responsible for the accident, but they will then try to pin some of the blame and liability on you! This is a problem due to the state’s rules about negligence.
You can still sue for damages if you are only partly responsible for an accident, but the amount of damages you will receive is reduced. So if you are found to be 30% responsible for a crash, you’ll get 30% less than you should in compensation. This is why having a lawyer to defend you from accusations of negligence can be worthwhile.
Talk to a Personal Injury Lawyer
So if you’re ready to prove liability and sue for compensation, we’re ready to assist you. Contact Sahadi Legal Group and ask to schedule your free case consultation. We’re ready to assist you with your claim.
