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How To Calculate a Personal Injury Settlement

May 28, 2025

The Short Answer… Personal injury settlements are usually calculated by adding up economic damages (like medical bills and lost income) and non-economic damages (like pain and suffering). The general formula

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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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A woman sitting on a sofa holds a throw pillow to her chest with one hand on her forehead, looking away with a concerned expression as she contemplates how pain and suffering are calculated.

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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A stethoscope chest piece resting on a one hundred dollar bill, symbolizing the process of negotiating medical liens after settlement.

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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