Houston Car Accident Lawyer
A car wreck can devastate your finances, physical health, and entire family.
Several studies and reports have found that Houston, TX, is especially dangerous for drivers.
The acclaimed attorneys at Reed & Terry, LLP have successfully handled thousands of car accident cases and can do the same for you.
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In most cases, car accident victims have two years from the date of their injuries to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas. That may sound like more than enough time to take legal action, but evidence only becomes harder to gather as time passes. Meanwhile, healing and rebuilding your life after an accident is incredibly time-consuming. The sooner you involve Reed & Terry in your case, the better.
Attorneys Travis B. Terry and Jackson R. Reed have collected millions for clients over the years, and they are ready to put their legal knowledge, talent, and compassion to work for you. It all starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. If they take your case, they will collect nothing unless your case is a success. Write to us or call:
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Houston Is Highly Dangerous for Motorists
From 2020 to 2022, Houston experienced over 300 traffic deaths per year. That averages to nearly one roadway fatality every single day. Our city’s tragic 2022 statistics include:
- 326 Fatalities
- 1,563 Suspected Serious Injuries
- 14,016 Possible Injury Crashes
- 67,386 Total Crashes
Our Government Is Aware of These Issues
In 2019, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner signed the Vision Zero Executive Order. This plan is designed to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2030.
Vision Zero’s backers hope to achieve their goal by identifying and improving dangerous streets and intersections. This is an admirable goal. It also underlines the fact that our local government has a legal responsibility to maintain safe roads.
The liable party in a lawsuit is not always solely the other driver. If the government contributed to your car accident by failing to fix potholes, maintain proper drainage or design safe roadways, our car accident lawyers can hold them liable. We can also explore whether or not a defective auto part contributed to your car wreck.
Severe Injuries and Damage
CAN OCCUR IN AN INSTANT
Below are just a few examples of local crashes that all occurred in the same weekend, and all had far-reaching consequences. Our Houston car accident lawyers can handle cases like these and any other auto wreck.
May 26, 2023
A two-vehicle wreck along the Grand Parkway in north Harris County killed an individual at the scene of the crash. The crash involved a box truck and another vehicle, with aerial footage showing severe damage to both. If you suffered an injury in a crash similar to this, our attorneys can help.
May 27, 2023
A car dealership was thrust into chaos early on a Saturday morning after a truck spun out of control and flew into the shop. The truck damaged 15 different vehicles as well as a fence and signage. Even if you did not suffer major physical harm, you can sue for any property damage you suffered.
May 28, 2023
On the Katy Freeway near Bingle Road, a Honda drove in the wrong lanes and crashed into a Toyota Camry. This two-vehicle crash tragically killed three people. If your loved one passed away in a car accident, our attorneys can pursue a wrongful death lawsuit to obtain financial justice.
Our Car Accident Lawyers
Filing a lawsuit can feel daunting. Some folks avoid it because they simply aren’t aware of all the different categories of compensation available to them.
In a personal injury lawsuit, our car accident attorneys can pursue compensation for your:
- Physical Pain
- Mental Anguish
- Property Damage
- Medical Bills
- Lost Wages
- Reduced Earnings
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COMES TO OUR CAR ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS
Millions Won
Attorneys Travis B. Terry and Jackson R. Reed have handled thousands of personal injury cases. They have repeatedly achieved life-changing verdicts and settlements for Houston-area clients. These include $1,300,000 in a wrongful death auto case and $862,000 for a driver hurt in an intersection collision.
Widely Renowned
Consistent courtroom success has earned our firm national renown. In addition, each of our attorneys became Fellows of the Texas Bar Foundation. Annually, less than 1/3 of 1% of all attorneys in our state are invited to receive this great honor. Mr. Terry is also board certified in personal injury trial law.
Community Leaders
Reed & Terry, LLP is the oldest law firm in Sugar Land. Since 1994, we have gone above and beyond in caring for our Texas neighbors. We provide free legal advice to those in need through Fort Bend Lawyers Care. We also participate in a local bar association program to provide free legal assistance to the community.
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WITH OUR CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS
Our personal injury lawyers have been handling car accident cases for approximately three decades. They are highly aware of the financial stress a car accident victim is under. That is why Reed & Terry, LLP does not charge a single cent for our representation.
We start each case with a 100% free consultation. Lawsuits are then handled on a contingency basis, meaning we only get paid if we obtain a verdict or settlement for you. This allows you to focus on recovery and ensures that our number one focus is on getting you the most money possible.
Reach out to our car accident lawyers today to schedule your consultation. We have locations in Sugar Land, Richmond, and Katy.
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WHO EARN MANY 5-STAR REVIEWS
I-45 Is Infamous
Houston receives positive national attention for its vibrant community, thriving food scene, artistic culture, and more. Unfortunately, a 2021 report from Budget Direct shed light on a darker aspect of our city. It listed I-45 as the most dangerous road in America, with the stretch running through Houston being the absolute most fatal portion.
Choosing the Right Car Accident Lawyer
IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT IN TEXAS
Over 85,000 people moved to Houston from July 2021 to July 2022. This means many newly minted locals are unfamiliar with Texas’ personal injury laws. Some states do not allow victims to pursue a car accident case if they were even a little bit responsible for their crash. That’s not the case in Texas.
Texas uses modified comparative negligence, which allows you to receive financial compensation even if you made an error while driving. What your car accident lawyer must prove is that the other driver was more responsible for the crash than you were.
In Texas, you can receive compensation as long as your percentage of fault is not greater than 50%. Compensation is proportional to your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found to be 40% accountable for your accident, you can receive 60% of the total compensation. If you are found only 10% responsible, you can obtain 90% of the total compensation. These differences can add up to hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not more. Our state laws make it all the more important to hire Houston car accident lawyers who have won thousands of cases like yours.
There Are Hard Deadlines
FOR FILING A CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM
Statute of limitations laws set strict time limits for filing lawsuits. Failing to meet them very likely means you forever lose the ability to receive financial compensation for your car accident injuries. Key Texas statutes to know are for:
Personal Injury
A personal injury lawsuit is filed to seek compensation for damage to yourself and your property. In Texas, an injured person has two years from the day they were harmed to file their lawsuit.
Wrongful Death
A wrongful death lawsuit is filed by the grieving family of an individual who was killed by another's negligence. In Texas, you have two years from the date of your loved one's passing to file your lawsuit.
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TO AVOID REGRETS LATER
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Pedestrians Are Especially Susceptible Here
A study covering the entire 2010s decade found that Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land is among the top 20 most dangerous American metropolitan areas for pedestrians. From 2010 to 2019, drivers killed 1,298 pedestrians in greater Houston. Many more were injured.
Our personal injury attorneys fiercely represent suffering pedestrians. Our victories on their behalf include $350,000 for a pedestrian struck in a crosswalk and $325,035 for a pedestrian struck by a speeding vehicle.
Key Actions You Can Take
TO PROTECT YOUR CAR ACCIDENT CLAIM
Insurance companies and defense attorneys will try to minimize your injury claim. Allowing them to do so risks losing the compensation you need for your medical bills, lost wages, and other car accident injuries.
Our car accident lawyers are here to handle all aspects of your case for you. In the meantime, you can protect yourself by:
“Attorneys Reed and Terry are here to do all the talking for you.”
We'll Help You Take the Right Steps
TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS AND YOUR FUTURE
Actions that might seem insignificant now can easily make a major difference in the outcome of your car accident case. The sooner you hire a car accident attorney, the better your chances of collecting a maximum settlement or jury award.
Houston car accident lawyers Travis B. Terry and Jackson R. Reed will provide the crucial advice you need. Your success is their success, and they will help you make all the right choices and take all the right actions in the interest of collecting what you are truly owed. After all, if your case is unsuccessful, they don’t get paid.
Let our firm help you take all the right steps toward the outcome you deserve. Write to us or call:
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Don't discuss your car accident on social media.
Insurance adjusters are likely monitoring your accounts for statements that could harm your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you or someone you care about has been in a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, there is no better way to get the answers you need than to consult a Houston car accident lawyer. If you haven’t reached out to Reed & Terry, LLP yet, you should do so now. Until you can meet with our attorneys, we invite you to explore these answers to questions many car accident victims ask as they begin taking steps to recover their losses.
Can I post about my accident on social media?
We strongly recommend that you don't. Social media is one of the easiest ways to gain insight into the lives of others, and it's important to understand that the other party's insurance company is most likely monitoring your activity on these platforms. These people are looking for any opportunity to absolve their client of as much blame as possible and place the blame on you instead. The things you might say on social media could be used to hurt your claim. The best policy is to keep all discussion of your accident between yourself and your attorney.
I think I might be partially to blame for the accident. Do I still have a claim?
It's possible. Texas operates under the principle of modified comparative negligence, meaning that if you are less than 51% responsible for the accident, you may still be able to collect damages. For example, if the courts determine that you were 30% responsible for an accident, you could still collect 70% of your total losses. An attorney can demonstrate exactly how much responsibility the other driver holds so that you can collect the compensation you need for medical bills and other losses.
I think my car accident was caused by a faulty car part. What should I do?
Get in touch with Reed & Terry, LLP. In some car accidents, the responsible party was nowhere near the scene of the crash itself. Our attorneys can consult with experts to determine if a faulty car part is to blame for your losses, and build a case to hold the designer, manufacturer, or other responsible party accountable.
What if a poorly maintained road was the cause of my car wreck?
Get in touch with Reed & Terry, and our attorneys can determine if the party responsible for maintaining the road is to blame for your accident. As in the case of accidents caused by faulty car parts, crashes resulting from potholes, lack of signage, and other conditions may have been caused by a party who was not actually at the scene. Our firm is prepared to determine who is responsible for your losses and pursue maximum restitution on your behalf.
An insurance adjuster just reached out with a great offer. Should I just take it and skip the legal action?
It's wise to assume that no matter how good an offer like this sounds, it's a lowball. After all, insurance companies are part of a business that has everything to gain by paying you as little as possible. Don't accept any settlement offer until you speak to an attorney with Reed & Terry, LLP. Our Houston car accident lawyers will take a close look at your case to gain an understanding of exactly how much you have lost (and may continue to lose as a result of a compromised ability to work), and won't settle for anything less.
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About Houston, TX
Firmly rooted in the heart of Houston, TX is the esteemed Reed & Terry Law Firm. This renowned Texas personal injury powerhouse is brilliantly situated at the city center coordinates of 29.7604° N, 95.3698° W. Serving the bustling populace of over 2.3 million residents, it thrives in meeting the unique needs of America's fourth largest city.
Dominating the legal landscape of Houston, the Reed & Terry Law Firm is a proud fixture in the city's rich history. Both locals and visitors frequent the iconic sites of the city, like the renowned Buffalo Bayou Park, the majestic City Hall, acclaimed Texas Medical Center, the luxe Hotel ZaZa and the buzzing Space Center Houston. Each of these prestigious landmarks is a testament to the thriving diversity of the city that Reed & Terry embody in its comprehensive approach to personal injury law.
Accommodating Houston's sub-tropical climate, the firm ensures client comfort at their meetings. Equally, they stand firm on compliance with the local regulations. Staying updated on Houston's ever-evolving legal nuances is an essential commitment.
Cities are not just about buildings and regulations—they're about communities. Serving various thriving neighborhoods like Bellaire, the Heights, Midtown, River Oaks, and East Downtown, Reed & Terry is as diverse and inclusive as the city itself.
Eco-consciousness forms the backbone of the Firm's work ethos. From utilizing recycled materials to executing sustainable practices in their operations, they set a high bar in embracing Houston's green initiatives.
So, Houstonians, whether you're from Midtown or East Downtown, Reed & Terry is ready to safeguard your rights. We invite you to allow us to guide you through the intricacies of the personal injury legal field and provide you a service that is as unique as your beautiful city of Houston, TX.
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