Understanding the difference between negligence and negligence per se can help you understand your case and your options for moving forward. Once you have a better understanding of these two concepts, reach out to our experienced personal injury lawyers in Dallas, TX, to discuss your legal rights and options.  Negligence Acting negligently means failing to […]

The Elements of a Standard Negligence Claim To prove someone liable for negligence, you need to prove the following facts: If you can prove every one of these facts, you can win your negligence claim. You don’t have to prove these facts ‘beyond a reasonable doubt’–that is the standard for a criminal prosecution.  All you […]

The Principle of Sovereign Immunity The ancient Latin legal principle of rex non potest peccare translates into English as ‘the king can do no wrong.’ In practice, all that really means is that you can’t sue the government without its permission.  That might sound unfair, but it makes sense when you think about it. After […]

Knowing the steps of the retainment process and the questions to ask during them can help you feel prepared and confident as you work to find the best personal injury lawyer in Dallas, TX. 1. Do Your Research Finding the right Dallas personal injury attorney begins with proper research.  There are thousands of personal injury […]

How Contingency Fees Work  Most lawyers work for an hourly rate, on a retainer, or for contingency fees. The majority of personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis.  Working on contingency means that: If you are concerned that you cannot afford to pursue compensation for your injuries, you may benefit from a contingency […]

The Purpose of Attorney-Client Privilege The purpose of attorney-client privilege is to encourage clients to speak freely to their lawyers. Without this privilege, clients would not dare to tell their attorney the whole truth for fear the legal system would use it against them. In fact, if it weren’t for attorney-client privilege, an attorney might […]

Private lawyers charge fees for legal services. But different types of lawyers charge different fees, depending on the cases they handle. Personal injury attorneys typically charge a fee contingent on the outcome they obtain. These contingency fees provide meaningful benefits to accident victims facing health and financial difficulties. Types of Legal Fees Private lawyers charge […]

Signing Documents and Releases Before any settlement funds can be distributed, you and your attorney must sign a series of documents. These may include settlement agreements, releases, and other legal documentation required by insurance companies or the opposing party in a lawsuit. A release is a document that releases the responsible party from any further […]

Factors Influencing Your Settlement Amount If you’re wondering how much to ask for in a personal injury settlement, it’s important first to understand what factors affect the amount of compensation you can receive: The Severity of the Injury The more severe your injury, the higher the potential compensation. In general, life-altering injuries, such as brain […]