Auto accidents account for among the most serious injuries, including brain damage and spinal cord injury. For instance, 45 percent of all spinal cord injuries in the United States or roughly 5,000 annually are the result of car and truck accidents.

If you or someone you know was killed or seriously injured in a truck or car accident, you may want to contact an auto accident attorney for a free evaluation of your case.

While many auto accidents occur because of human error, many also can be caused or worsened by defective products or inadequate safety mechanisms.

Among these problems are vehicles that are prone to rollovers, especially increasingly popular sport utility vehicles, or SUVs. Rollover accidents are responsible for an estimated 24,000 injuries and 10,000 deaths annually in the United States.

A number of the vehicles have also been found to have roofs that cannot withstand rollover accidents, with drivers and passengers injured and killed. Federal officials, seeking to reduce the number of so-called roof crush accidents, have proposed toughening the current 30-year-old standard to mandate stronger auto roofs.

Airbags can cause severe injuries in auto accidents. Sometimes the devices deploy when they should not, or open with too much force or too slowly. In some cases airbags fail to deploy at all to protect drivers and passengers.

Other devices have also caused injury and death, such as lap belts found in older vehicles and defective parking brakes. (See White v. Ford) (See Toyota recall)

In some cases it is the type of vehicle itself that can be problematic. For instance, motorcycles and scooters have increased in popularity in recent years and traffic accidents involving the two wheelers has risen with sales. The number of motorcycle riders killed on U.S roadways reached 5,154 in 2009, an all-time high.

Tractor trailers, large trucks and buses are involved in accidents that account for roughly 5,000 fatalities each year in the United States. Fifteen-passenger vans often used by daycare centers, business commuters, sports teams, senior citizen groups and others are also considered dangerous because they are prone to rollovers.

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When you are on the road, you trust in your driving abilities. But others may not be as confident or capable, and accidents do occur. National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration statistics show that Texas has consistently had more than 3,000 fatal auto accidents each year since 2005. In most of these and the thousands of non-fatal motor vehicle collisions in our state, the root cause is negligence. And when that reckless behavior causes physical harm, injury victims have rights to bring legal action against the liable party.

Juan Hernandez has represented clients young and old in a full range of personal injury lawsuits. Our law firm’s strategy is always to represent the injury victim to the fullest extent of our abilities and fight for the best possible outcome through settlement negotiations or through courtroom litigation.

Most common negligence-based injuries

Car accidents have the potential to cost thousands in property damage and cause serious and sometimes fatal injuries, including:

The accident is only the beginning

As with many serious vehicle collisions, the accident itself is only the beginning. Victims often have to take time away from work to address physical issues, property damage and alternate means of transportation. The full cost of the accident takes physical and financial tolls as well as valuable time.

As advocates for injury victims, our attorneys fight for the compensation clients need to get back on their feet as soon as possible following an accident. We negotiate with the defendant to reach a full and fair settlement agreement or, if no such agreement can be reached, we litigate in court to obtain the compensation you need to cover your:

Depending on your case, Juan Hernandez Law P.C. may also be able to sue for punitive damages — additional payments intended to discourage future negligence on the part of the defendant.

It is common to see commercial trucks driving on Texas highways. And unfortunately, collisions with these big rigs are more frequent than one might think — the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that one out of nine traffic deaths in 2008 occurred in collision with a commercial truck.

If you or a loved one were involved in one of these catastrophic accidents, you may have legal right to compensation. Commercial trucking companies, however, are protected by a staff of attorneys and major insurance companies that can hinder your efforts to obtain the compensation you need and deserve. You need a team of experienced personal injury and wrongful death lawyers on your side. You need Browning & Hernandez.

The importance of hiring an experienced truck accident lawyer

Trucking companies have a designated group of experienced legal professionals and insurance companies to contend with accident and driver negligence claims. They are prepared to fight to protect themselves from paying out a claim or settlement.Our law firm can find the cause of the collision, which can be one or any of the following:

Trucking and insurance companies are aware of our firm’s reputation for results. When defendants see that we are representing you, they know that we will fight for your rightful compensation and are more willing to make a reasonable settlement offer. If you feel that this offer will not cover the true costs of your injuries, our attorneys are prepared to go to court to win the compensation you deserve.

Compassionate, effective representation

We understand that injuries from a trucking accident can be extremely serious and sometimes difficult to discuss. When you allow us to handle your case, you can trust that we do so in an effective, timely manner. We keep the channels of communication as open as possible so you can get on with your affairs without worrying about your case or your lawyer. You can feel free to ask any questions you have during the course of your lawsuit and we do our best to provide clear, straightforward answers.

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Motorcycles are appealing in many ways. They are fast, flashy and loud, and they allow drivers to truly feel the freedom of the open road. But the very speed, openness and maneuverability of motorcycles that attract motorists are the aspects that create the most risk.

Texas has a higher propensity for fatal motorcycle accidents than the rest of the state, according to the 2009 results of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s data. Whether that is due to Texas’s large population of drivers or roadway conditions, the facts show that Texas bikers and their families need an experienced attorney to help them obtain the compensation needed to cover the costs of serious and fatal motorcycle accidents. Juan Hernandez Law P.C. is here to help.

Risk and liability in motorcycle wrecks

Many passenger vehicle drivers do not look for motorcycles when turning or changing lanes, and bikes’ nimble handling can easily land motorcycles in vehicle blind spots. And the lack of structural protection around the driver means that the body bears the full impact of any collision, resulting in a range of injuries, including:

The severity of these injuries can result in major hospitalization, surgery and physical rehabilitation costs and in extreme conditions, funeral expenses. If this accident was the result of another reckless driving, you are entitled to compensation for these expenses.

Determining who is at fault

Motorcyclists themselves are often blamed for their accidents. While it is true that speeding, weaving and aggressive driving can contribute to motorcycle wrecks, drivers of passenger vehicles and other parties are often liable. Common causes of motorcycle accidents include:

A critical factor of winning compensation is the determination of who or what caused your accident. Our law firm has the experience to reveal the facts of your case and hold the responsible parties accountable.

Strong advocates for your best interests

At the Dallas law firm of Juan Hernandez Law P.C., Juan will discuss your or your loved one’s injuries and the strongest strategy to obtain compensation. He can argue for a settlement award that meets your financial needs or, if the other party is unwilling to provide full and fair compensation, he can fight for you in court.

Our motorcycle accident lawyers understand that your priorities are recovering your health and paying your bills and future costs associated with your injuries. We work efficiently to ensure you can cover your costs and get back to your life.

Work-related injuries have the ability to wreak havoc on all aspects of your life. If you find yourself seriously injured and unable to work for an extended period of time due to an accident associated with performing your job, you have the right to seek reimbursement for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. The Dallas law firm of Browning & Hernandez pursues work injury lawsuits for blue- and white-collar workers throughout the communities of East Texas.

Texas workers compensation law and non-subscribing employers

Texas employers have the right to opt out of participating in the workers compensation insurance system. This allows non-subscribing companies to keep their day-to-day costs lower, but it gives employees the chance to directly sue their employers for injuries that are directly related to their job. In fact, doing so may be your only chance to be reimbursed for your expenses and time away from work.

How we handle your work-related injury claim

Our lawyers know the complexities of the Texas Workers Compensation Act as it relates to non-subscribing companies. We possess the legal knowledge and experience necessary to help you receive the maximum compensation possible following your accident, either through settlement negotiations or by taking your case to court. Attorney Jim Browning can assess the circumstances surrounding your accident during your free initial consultation and determine whether you have a good chance of winning a work injury lawsuit. If so, we build a convincing argument tailored to your personal circumstances.

The attorneys of Juan Hernandez Law P.C. have handled work injury cases involving:

We have also sued employers on behalf of clients harmed traveling in connection with their jobs, and for families who lost loved ones as a result of a fatal work injury.

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Victims of criminal activity may be emotionally and physically harmed. If you were seriously injured and required hospitalization, you may wonder how you will pay for your medical care. If your injuries prevented you from returning to work, you are rightfully concerned about how your lost wages might affect your ability to pay for your rent, mortgage or other living expenses. Let us review your situation, your rights and your options with you.

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