When you or a loved one is seriously injured, what do you do first? If you are like most people, you head straight to the emergency room to get medical care. It is costly, but it is better to spend money than to risk death. Fortunately, you may not be responsible for paying for the medical bills incurred after a serious injury. If another party caused your injury, the Beaumont personal injury lawyers at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law may be able to help you get compensation for your losses and expenses.
Why Choose Us?
Beaumont Personal Injury Attorneys with Decades of Experience
The story of Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law is the story of a man who dedicated his life to helping people who have been seriously injured. As a judge, a solo practitioner, and eventually the guiding hand of a team of lawyers, Terry Bryant has always cared about the little guy. Insurance companies are supposed to help people after they have been injured, but it often takes a Beaumont personal injury attorney to force insurance companies to do their job. The lawyers at our law firm have decades of experience helping injured people fight the insurance companies to get fair compensation.
What do you get from a law firm of personal injury lawyers who are dedicated to helping their clients? You get a team with a proven track record of success. In the almost four decades that Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law has existed, our Beaumont personal injury lawyers have recovered several multi-million-dollar awards and settlements for our clients. Because we have a team of Beaumont personal injury attorneys, there is always an attorney best suited for a case, regardless of whether it involves a car accident, work injury, medical malpractice, or other type of personal injury claim.
Types of Personal Injury Claims
Reasons You Might Need a Beaumont Personal Injury Lawyer
What qualifies as a personal injury? That is a common question we get at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law. A personal injury happens when one person is injured due to the negligence or intentional action of another. This type of law covers several different categories of injuries, ranging from common to rare.
Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents
The most common type of personal injury case arises from vehicular accidents. These accidents are so common that all drivers buy a specific type of insurance to protect against them. However, just because you are insured, that doesn’t mean you don’t need a Beaumont personal injury lawyer. A personal injury attorney serving the Beaumont area can help increase the value of your compensation and prevent an insurance company from denying parts or all of your claim.
Medical Malpractice
In a medical malpractice claim, the victim was harmed when a medical professional violated the standards of their profession. This can result in a medical condition not improving when it should be, or getting worse. It can also result in harm that otherwise wouldn’t have been suffered. Our attorneys have experience handling these tricky cases and work with doctors who can provide the expert testimony necessary to get fair compensation after medical malpractice.
Nursing Home Abuse
As previously noted, personal injury claims can result from intentional action. For example, if nursing home staff is neglecting a loved one — or even worse, actively abusing them — you can sue the nursing home and the relevant staff for compensation. Our Beaumont personal injury attorneys will investigate your claim to get as much proof as possible of abuse. We will also help you relocate your loved one to a safe nursing home where they won’t be in danger.
Wrongful Death
The most difficult personal injury cases are those involving someone’s death. These aren’t necessarily difficult to litigate, but the emotional toll on both the client and the Beaumont personal injury attorneys at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law is extensive. We understand how tough it can be to lose a loved one, especially when it is someone else’s fault. Our personal injury lawyers in Beaumont will try to shield you from details of the case as much as possible so you can mourn in peace.
Workers’ Compensation
Unfortunately, workers’ compensation claims are often trickier in Texas than in any other state, because Texas is the one state that allows employers to not have workers’ compensation insurance coverage. However, that doesn’t faze our personal injury attorneys in Beaumont. We have decades of experience practicing Texas law and can explain your legal rights, even if your employer doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance.
If you or a loved one was seriously injured in any type of accident, you can’t risk waiting for medical attention. Contact our law firm today at (713) 973-8888 or toll-free 1 (800) 444-5000 to speak to a Beaumont personal injury attorney who will help you get the money you need to pay for that care.
What a Beaumont Personal Injury Lawyer Can Do for You
Imagine the scenario. You slip on a loose tile at a store and break your leg in the fall. The hospital bills for even a simple injury like that can reach tens of thousands, and there are also other expenses like lost wages, transportation costs, and support services. Unfortunately, you don’t know how much that will all cost when a representative of the airport (or their insurance company) offers you a modest settlement and tells you that you need to sign it immediately. What should you do?
The moments after suffering a serious injury can be overwhelming. The experienced attorneys at Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law are the ones you can trust to help relieve that stress.
This is the type of situation where a personal injury attorney can help. Don’t sign anything or accept any money until a lawyer from Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law has investigated your case to determine who was liable and how much your case is worth. We will collect documentation and consult with experts who can support your claim. You shouldn’t be bullied into accepting a subpar settlement just because you need money immediately. Our legal team will fight to get you compensation appropriate for your injuries and the negligence or recklessness of the other party.
Many clients are surprised to discover that hiring a lawyer will probably result in them getting more money, even after legal fees. Our experience with similar cases helps us negotiate settlements and litigate your case in the courtroom, if necessary. Ultimately, getting you as much money as possible is our goal, because we know it will help you recover from your injury more quickly and with less stress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most of our clients have many questions when they first contact us. This isn’t surprising. Few people ever need to file a personal injury claim more than once in their life, so they usually have limited knowledge about how the process works. We try to answer every question we can to make the process less intimidating. The following are answers to some of the most common questions.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?
Texas has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases. According to this statute, you generally have two years after suffering a personal injury to file a lawsuit, in most situations. (*Always speak directly to an attorney for the exact deadlines that apply to your potential claims.) Some exceptions may allow you more time, while others may actually require to take other action much sooner. For example, if you are injured while under the age of 18, you are considered mentally incapable of understanding your case and the time limit doesn’t start until you reach adulthood.
Will my case end with a jury verdict?
Possibly, but probably not. Our law firm attempts to settle most cases, both pre-suit and after the filing of a lawsuit. While trials potentially offer greater rewards than a settlement, the results of a trial are never a sure thing. Additionally, trials usually take years longer than a negotiated settlement.
Will I have to pay taxes on the benefits of a personal injury lawsuit?
Typically, you will not have to pay state or federal taxes on the results of a personal injury lawsuit, whether it ends with a verdict or a settlement. There are some exceptions, though, like when you receive punitive benefits. You should discuss any tax implications with your attorney. You may also be directed to discuss things in greater detail directly with a tax professional.
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit?
In Texas, typically only the spouse, children, or parents of the deceased can file a wrongful death lawsuit. If none of those are available, the representative of the estate of the deceased also may file a lawsuit.
Still have questions? Ask any attorney at our law firm during your free consultation.
Contact Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law Today
If you or a family member has been seriously hurt, you can’t afford to rely on the insurance companies for help. Talk to an experienced personal injury attorney serving the Beaumont area to learn more about your legal options.
The sooner you speak to an experience personal injury lawyer after a serious injury, the better. Call us know at (713) 973-8888 or toll-free 1 (800) 444-5000 to get justice. You deserve it!
Attorney Terry Bryant
Terry Bryant is Board Certified in personal injury trial law, which means his extensive knowledge of the law has been recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, setting him apart from many other injury attorneys. The 22 years he spent as a Municipal Judge, Spring Valley Village, TX also provides him keen insight into the Texas court system. That experience also helps shape his perspective on personal injury cases and how they might resolve. This unique insight benefits his clients. [ Attorney Bio ]
