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What qualifies as a Texas auto accident?

Automobile accidents are any motor vehicle collision involving a car, truck or SUV.  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 6 million motor vehicle crashes occurred in the United States in 2007.

Injuries Caused by Automobile Accidents

Automobiles can weigh tons, resulting in significant damage to you and your vehicle.  In 2007, nearly 30 percent of car crashes resulted in an injury, and 37,248 resulted in a death. [1] Auto accidents can cause a multitude of catastrophic injuries, even death.  Head and neck injuries are the most common, but other injuries include organ damage, spinal cord injury, or loss of limbs.

Help if You’ve Been Injured by an Automobile Accident

If you or someone you know has an auto accident injury, you should speak with an experienced attorney to ensure that your legal rights are fully asserted.  Issues in your case, including compliance with traffic laws, medical claim, negligence and liability determinations, even compliance with complex traffic regulations – all require the expertise of an attorney with acute knowledge of automobile accidents.  In addition, due to legal deadlines for filing certain accident injury claims, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible to evaluate your case.

At O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath, our car accident attorneys understand that your injuries may not be your fault.  Our expertise and experience, combined with our highly trained staff, make us uniquely well-equipped to handle even the most complex auto accident claims.

For preliminary questions about your auto injury case, please see our Frequently Asked Questions.  If you suspect you have a car accident injury and need to talk to a seasoned team of professionals, please contact us immediately for a free consultation.

1 “Traffic Safety Facts,” National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, p. 2 (June 2009).

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