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Aggressive Professional RepresentationPersonal injury is an area of law designed to protect those harmed by the negligence, recklessness, malpractice, or inaction of others. Also called tort law, personal injury law encompasses a full range of legal claims, from wrongful death, auto accidents, and medical malpractice to defective drugs, product liability, and workers' compensation Each victim can file a personal injury claim for physical injury, emotional injury, and, occasionally, for property damages. In some cases - such as those involving medical malpractice or wrongful death - the family of the injured or deceased can file suit on behalf of its loved one. Those who file personal injury claims may be eligible to receive damages, namely financial compensation for their loss of income, pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent disability, and other resulting injuries. If you are considering filing a personal injury claim, we urge you to contact Handy & Robinson as soon as possible - we have the legal expertise, experience, and skill needed to help you build your case and win the compensation you deserve. Do You Have a Personal Injury Case?Handy & Robinson offers a no-obligation review of your claim to determine if a case may exist. The following are examples of claims that fall under the heading of personal injury and may be prosecutable:
Texas law requires a plaintiff to file suit within a specified period of time, depending on the type of claim the plaintiff makes. For claims concerning personal injury, seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages, Texas law specifies a two-year statute of limitation. Regarding claims of property damage, such as damage to the plaintiff's automobile, or other property, Texas specifies a four-year statute of limitations. This means that for personal injury claims, you may only file your suit within two years from the date of the accident and for property claims within five years from the date of the accident. Texas law prohibits any suit filed after the expiration of the statute of limitations. If you think that you might have a claim against another party, contact us as soon as possible to ensure that your suit is filed within the applicable statute of limitations. |
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