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Auto accidents can be incredibly harmful, even deadly. At the very least, they’re likely to result in damage to your car that may require costly repairs. And if you didn’t cause the accident, should you be responsible for paying for those repairs? Ryan Nguyen certainly doesn’t think so.
Auto Accident Basics
The 4 leading causes of auto accidents are:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
- Speeding
- Reckless driving
Auto accidents are common. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 44,000 people were killed in auto accidents in 2022, resulting in total costs of $470 billion.
A 2024 Texas Department of Transportation paper reports some eye-opening Lone Star State statistics:
- There were 4,150 auto accident deaths in 2024.
- Driver fatalities were most common at age 19.
- There were 66,236 total crashes in Houston in 2024.
Texas is an “at-fault” state, meaning you have to prove that the other driver was at fault in order to receive compensation. The other driver doesn’t have to be solely at fault for you to receive compensation: Texas law enforces a modified comparative negligence clause. This clause means that if you’re injured in an accident, you can still receive compensation as long as you are found to be 50% or less at fault. You don’t even necessarily need to have auto insurance to win a claim.
How a Houston Auto Accident Attorney Can Help You
Following an auto accident, you can seek compensation for:
- Disability
- Loss of companionship
- Lost earning capacity
- Lost wages
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Vehicle repairs
However, you have to prove the other driver was 50% or more at fault for the accident. To do that, an auto accident attorney will collect evidence that might otherwise be difficult for you to gather on your own, such as:
- Cell phone records
- Traffic camera footage
- Witness statements
Gathering as much evidence as possible will help prove that the other driver was at fault.
An experienced auto accident lawyer like Ryan Nguyen can further strengthen your case by consulting professionals who can reconstruct the crash and clearly present all the facts. Additionally, medical professionals can describe how the crash led to your injuries and how those injuries may worsen over time.
An auto accident attorney will work with insurers and financial experts to get you every bit of compensation possible. And a lawyer like Ryan Nguyen will advocate in your best interest every step of the way: A settlement that some might find fair in the moment might not cover the medical or vehicle costs you face later.
The settlement could also leave you without enough to cover lost wages or job downtime linked to the accident. A trusted attorney can make the difference between a minor payout and the compensation you need to keep your life in order.
What Related Lawsuits Can Your Houston Auto Accident Attorney Handle?
An experienced Houston auto accident attorney like Ryan Nguyen can handle other types of road accidents, such as:
18-Wheeler Accidents
An 18-wheeler with cargo can weigh up to 40 tons. 18-wheeler accident lawsuits are more complex than accidents involving private passenger vehicles. That’s because 18-wheeler drivers are usually employees of a company; said company, and not just the driver, may be liable for damages in certain cases.
Unfortunately, 18-wheelers can cause extraordinary damage due to their size, weight, and physical characteristics. 18-wheelers are prone to:
- Collisions (head-on and rear-end)
- Jackknives
- Rollovers
These vehicles are dangerous for many other reasons, too. One is that they require a lot of specialized maintenance. Another is that companies often rush to hire new, inexperienced drivers. Faulty equipment and driver negligence are factors you’d rather not see when it comes to such large vehicles.
Rideshare Accidents
Services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around more convenient, but they’ve also made things more complicated when accidents happen. That’s because rideshare drivers are considered independent contractors, and their personal insurance coverage may not fully apply while they’re on the job. Determining whether the driver’s insurance, the rideshare company’s policy, or another party is responsible can be complex.
Rideshare accidents can involve:
- Collisions with other vehicles
- Pedestrian or cyclist injuries
- Accidents caused by distracted driving (such as using the rideshare app)
These cases often involve multiple insurers and complex liability questions, so we don’t recommend handling them on your own. A skilled attorney—someone like Ryan Nguyen—can protect your rights and handle the process.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists are, by nature of their vehicle, at greater risk of serious injury during an accident than are other drivers. They’re harder to see on the road, they accelerate differently than car drivers, and they don’t have a protective steel-enforced shell around them.
If you’re in a motorcycle accident, you’ll need a lawyer to help handle your case from the start. The right legal help can be the difference between struggling with the aftermath and getting the compensation you need to move forward.
Contact a Houston Auto Accident Attorney Today
Auto accidents have immediate ramifications, as well as downstream consequences. Injuries that appear mild can, over time, become disabling. They can damage your personal relationships, employment momentum, ability to earn a wage, social position, and self-esteem. And if someone is at fault for causing all that, they shouldn’t get off scot-free.
Contact Ryan Nguyen to schedule a FREE consultation. He’ll help you get what you deserve following a traumatic auto accident.
