{"id":1779,"date":"2024-03-01T08:06:33","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T08:06:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/charming-narrative.mysites.io\/?p=1779"},"modified":"2024-03-01T08:06:33","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T08:06:33","slug":"seven-types-of-texas-personal-injury-cases","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/burwellnebout.com\/es\/seven-types-of-texas-personal-injury-cases\/","title":{"rendered":"Seven Types of Texas Personal Injury Cases"},"content":{"rendered":"

Seven Types of Texas Personal Injury Cases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Personal injury is the harm you suffer as the result of the negligence, reckless or even illegal behavior of another. When it is the result of negligence, it means that the at-fault party failed to exercise reasonable care\u2014meaning the \u201cdegree of caution and concern an ordinarily rational person would use in similar circumstances.\u201d In contrast, reckless behavior is the \u201ctotally unreasonable conduct that is a gross deviation from what a reasonable person would do.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In either case, if it causes you harm, you may file a personal injury claim or personal injury lawsuit to be compensated for your losses, including medical bills, lost wages and more. Typical personal injury cases in Texas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Car accidents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Motor vehicle accidents, including passenger cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks, as well as larger commercial vehicles, constitute the majority of personal injury claims<\/a>. Negligent behavior in a car accident may be the result of anything from following too close (tailgating) to failure to maintain the vehicle in proper working order\u2014for instance, failing brakes or non-working headlights. One example of recklessness is speeding in excess of 25 miles per hour above the speed limit. Accidents caused by driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs may also include criminal charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Workplace accidents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Workers\u2019 compensation is the main resource for anybody suffering an on-the-job injury. Even if you were injured offsite, workers\u2019 comp might still be available if your duties were job-related. However, since it isn\u2019t required in Texas, not every employer has workers\u2019 comp insurance, and workers\u2019 comp does not apply if the injury was sustained while engaging in risky behavior or off-duty activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your employer might be liable for your workplace injury or job-related illness if they failed to follow OSHA regulations. Personal injury claims or lawsuits can be filed in cases where employers do not have workers\u2019 compensation insurance, or for injuries caused by defective equipment<\/a>, where there was intent to harm, or where the injury was caused by exposure to toxic materials<\/a>. Claims or suits may also be filed against third parties\u2014non-employees who may have contributed to your illness or injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.  Medical malpractice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We trust our health, and often our lives, to medical professionals: physicians, nurses, anesthesiologists, pharmacists, as well as the institutions in which they operate. When their negligence causes harm, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit for damages. Common types of medical malpractice include:
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