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• How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Houston?

  Under Texas law, most personal injury claims have a two-year statute of limitations from the date of
  the injury. However, this timeline can vary for certain types of cases:

  • Medical malpractice: Generally 2 years from the date of treatment or from when the injury was discovered
  • Claims against government entities: Notice requirements as short as 90 days for the City of Houston or Harris County
  • Minor children: The statute may be tolled until they reach age 18

  Missing these deadlines typically means permanently losing your right to compensation, so it’s crucial
  to consult with a Houston attorney promptly.

• What compensation can I recover in a Houston personal injury case?

  Texas law allows injury victims to seek several types of damages:

  • Economic damages: Medical expenses (including future care at Houston medical facilities), lost wages, property damage, and other quantifiable losses
  • Non-economic damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and similar intangible losses
  • Punitive damages: Available in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct, though capped under Texas law

  The specific amounts depend on factors like injury severity, impact on your life, and insurance
  coverage available.

• What if I was partially at fault for my Houston accident?

  Texas follows a “modified comparative negligence” rule with a 51% bar. This means:

  • • You can recover damages if you’re 50% or less responsible, but your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault
    • If you’re found 51% or more responsible, you cannot recover any compensation

  Insurance companies often try to shift blame to reduce or eliminate payments. Our attorneys know
  how to counter these tactics and protect your right to fair compensation under Texas law.

• Should I talk to the insurance company after my Houston accident?

  We strongly recommend against giving recorded statements or signing documents from insurance companies without legal representation. Texas insurance adjusters are trained to extract statements that can be used to minimize your claim. Instead:

  • Report the basic facts of the accident but decline to give detailed statements
  • Do not sign medical authorizations that give broad access to your health records
  • Do not accept any settlement offers without consulting an attorney
  • Refer the insurance company to your lawyer once you have representation

• How much does it cost to hire a Houston personal injury attorney?

  The Nguyen Injury Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning:

  • No upfront costs or hourly fees
  • We only get paid if we win your case
  • Our fee is a percentage of your recovery, clearly explained in our agreement
  • We advance all case expenses, which are reimbursed from the settlement or verdict

  This arrangement allows anyone in Houston to access quality legal representation regardless of
  financial situation.