Odessa, TX, Personal Injury Law Blog
Chances of Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit & How to Maximize Them
May 26, 2025
The Short Answer… If you’re wondering about your chances of winning a personal injury lawsuit, most personal injury cases (around 95%) settle before trial, and if yours does go to
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Why Is My Texas Personal Injury Case Going to Trial?
May 23, 2025
The Short Answer… Not all injury lawsuits go to trial, but when they do, it’s usually because a fair settlement couldn’t be reached. If your personal injury case is going
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How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Texas?
May 19, 2025
The Short Answer… Pain and suffering damages are typically calculated using either the Multiplier Method or the Per Diem Method. The Multiplier Method takes your total economic damages (such as
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What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Do & How Can They Help You?
May 16, 2025
The Short Answer… A personal injury lawyer protects your legal rights, helps you seek compensation, and handles negotiations with insurance companies. If you were injured in an accident that wasn’t
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What Is an Insurance Adjuster in a Personal Injury Claim?
May 13, 2025
The Short Answer… An insurance adjuster is a representative of the insurance company responsible for evaluating personal injury claims and determining settlement amounts. Their primary goal is to minimize payouts
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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Texas?
May 9, 2025
The Short Answer… No, most personal injury settlements are not taxed, but there are important exceptions you need to know. The IRS has specific rules about what you must report
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Texas Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims: A Complete Guide
May 1, 2025
The Short Answer… In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit is generally 2 years from the date of the accident. This means that if you
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What To Do When an Insurance Adjuster Requests Your Medical Records
April 25, 2025
The Short Answer… Do not sign a blanket authorization form or grant them unlimited access to your medical history. Only provide records directly related to your accident injuries. Never allow
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Negotiating Medical Liens After a Settlement: What You Need to Know
April 17, 2025
The Short Answer… After a personal injury settlement, negotiating medical liens is one of the most important steps to protect the money you’ve won. A medical lien on your settlement
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How Insurance Companies Undermine Injury Claims & How to Fight Back
April 11, 2025
The Short Answer Insurance companies use delay tactics, lowball settlements, disputed liability, misrepresented policy terms, surveillance, and questioning medical expenses to undermine injury claims and minimize payouts. To fight back,
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What To Expect in a Personal Injury Trial
June 6, 2025
When To Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
June 3, 2025
How to Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer in Texas
June 2, 2025
How To Calculate a Personal Injury Settlement
May 28, 2025
How Is Pain and Suffering Calculated in Texas?
May 19, 2025