At Mark Diaz & Associates, we handle a wide range of auto accident injury and wrongful death cases, including:
Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Car Accidents – Car accidents can lead to severe injuries and significant financial burdens. We help victims pursue claims for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
- Truck Accidents – Due to the size and weight of commercial trucks, accidents involving these vehicles usually result in catastrophic injuries. Our team has extensive experience handling the complexities of truck accident claims.
- Motorcycle Accidents – Motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable on the road. We fight for the rights of injured motorcyclists to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve.
- Bicycle Accidents – Bicycle accidents can result in serious injuries. We work diligently to hold negligent drivers accountable and secure compensation for injured cyclists.
- Pedestrian Accidents – Pedestrians are at a high risk of injury in accidents. Our firm is dedicated to helping injured pedestrians recover damages for their injuries.
Understanding the legal framework in Texas is crucial for pursuing a personal injury claim. In Texas, negligence is defined as the failure to act with the level of care that a reasonable person would have exercised under the same circumstances. To establish negligence, you must prove duty, breach, causation, and damages.
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. This means that if you are found to be more than 50% at fault for the accident, you cannot recover any damages. If you are 50% or less at fault, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the accident. This means you have two years to file a lawsuit, or you may lose your right to pursue compensation.