Areas of Practice
our professional services Include:
Vehicle Accidents
Although automobile collisions are the most common type of personal injury claim, every vehicle collision is unique and the lawyers at the Calderon Law Firm personally investigate every client’s collision, often going in person to the scene or hiring accident reconstructionists when liability may be disputed among the parties.
While most vehicle collisions are preventable, they can occur at any moment and can have life-altering effects. Vehicle collisions can cause different types of injuries including head/brain injuries, broken bones, spinal injuries, neck injuries, internal bleeding, and even death. There can be several causes and factors that result in an automobile collision such as a distracted driver, failure to properly maintain a vehicle, driving while tired, driving while intoxicated, failing to control speed or maintain a lane, and running a red light/stop sign.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN A VEHICLE COLLISION
- Check everyone involved for injuries. If you are seriously injured call 911 or have someone else call
- If the vehicles are in a dangerous highway or road, move the vehicles to a safe location
- If there are no life threatening injuries, call the non-emergency number for the local police department so a report can be made
- Exchange information with all drivers involved and witnesses to the collision. Use your phone to take a picture of any drivers’ ID card and insurance card.
- Get the name and contact information for any bystanders who witnessed the collision as they could be valuable witnesses.
- Take pictures and video of the collision and the vehicles involved
- If you are injured, seek medical attention immediately
- Call an experienced personal injury attorney
18 Wheeler Accidents
18-wheelers, buses, and other commercial vehicles can be dozens of times bigger and heavier than the average passenger vehicle. The size of these vehicles greatly increases the likelihood and severity of injury. The types of injuries caused by these commercial vehicles are often catastrophic and life altering.
Those who possess a commercial driver license (“CDL”) are held to a higher standard than the average vehicle driver. They must successfully complete a commercial driving course and the associated testing before receiving their CDL. There are certain rules and regulations established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that all truck drivers must adhere by when operating a commercial vehicle.
Drivers and trucking companies can set the stage for devastating collisions when they fail to abide by state and federal law. Commercial vehicle collisions can occur when drivers suffer fatigue due to driving for longer periods of time than allowed, when drivers are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, when companies fail to properly train and screen their drivers, and when companies fail to properly maintain their vehicles.
It is not uncommon for trucking companies to have a team of lawyers to represent them. It is important to hire an attorney who has experience handling vehicle collision claims involving corporate defendants such as trucking companies and bus companies.
Workplace Injuries
Whether working at a factory, a construction site, or another dangerous job, workplace injuries can come in a variety of forms. It is important to immediately consult with an experienced workplace injury attorney when suffering a serious injury while on the job. The statute of limitations on your case will begin to run on the day after your injury. Additionally, it is possible that your employer may not have your best interests in mind. Hiring competent legal counsel can help ensure that valuable evidence is preserved and that you are treated by doctors of your choosing, not doctors hired by your employer.
Unfortunately, Texas leads the nation in construction accident deaths with hundreds of workers dying every year. The four leading causes of death in the construction industry include falls, electrocutions, being struck by objects, and being caught in or between objects. Many of these incidents are preventable. Construction companies and contractors are on budget and time constraints when working on a project. Many times this causes short cuts to be taken at the expense of construction workers. There are usually several entities involved in most construction projects and it might be apparent at first who is responsible for the injury. This is why its important to hire an experience construction accident lawyer who can properly investigate an accident. Highly specialized experts are required in almost all catastrophic construction or workplace accidents. The experts work in conjunction with the attorneys to determine the cause of the workplace incident resulting in injury.
Explosions Industrial Accidents
Texas is home to thousands of chemical plants, oil refineries, and factories where workers risk their lives everyday. These places are dangerous and an accident can occur at any time without warning. It is important that corporate entities who are responsible for the safety of their employees abide by state and federal law and stay committed to protecting their workforce.
When involved in an explosion or other industrial accident, it is important to seek legal representation right away because evidence of the cause of the explosion or accident can be lost if immediate action is not taken to preserve the accident site. An experienced personal injury attorney can take immediate legal action by filing a temporary restraining order on your behalf to ensure that valuable evidence is preserved.
It is important to hire an attorney who is experienced in industrial accidents because these cases can be very complex, often involving dozens of parties and potential at-fault defendants. Specialized engineers and other experts such as fire-origin experts are required to investigate and determine the cause of an explosion.
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Whenever you have been injured in a vehicle, workplace, or other type of accident, it is important to speak to document the incident and it is usually in your best interest to speak to an attorney about your case.e
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building your case
Once you become our client we will make sure that you obtain the best medical care for your injuries. While you are treating and recovering from your injuries we will be building the case against the wrongdoers that caused your injury.
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Resolution
When a case is developed properly, most cases are resolved via a settlement between the injured party and the corporation or insurance company. If the parties cannot agree on a settlement amount, a trial is usually the next step in the legal process.
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We earn our fee based on a contingency. In other words, we get paid based on a percentage of the total amount we recover for our client. In addition to the attorney’s fee, case expenses such as filing fees and expert costs are also taken out of the settlement amount.
If you have been in an accident we are available 24/7 to take your call. It is important to be accessible to new clients because oftentimes it is crucial for an attorney to begin the process of preserving new evidence such as witness statements and surveillance or dash camera footage.
If you have been injured in a vehicle collision, while on the job, while visiting a business like a store or restaurant, or due to a defective consumer product, it is always advisable to speak to a qualified personal injury attorney.
Every case takes a different amount of time but typically cases can last between 6 months to two years but can sometimes take longer. There are many factors that decide how long a case will take. For example, cases rarely conclude before the client is done treating for their injuries. Other factors that can decide how long a case takes includes the number of parties, the complexity of the case, and how backed up the court is.
In Texas, one can always fire their attorney. The issue is whether that prior attorney is still entitled to his fee once your case settles. If you fire your lawyer “for cause” then your previous lawyer may not be entitled to any of your settlement. Examples of firing an attorney for cause include firing an attorney for failing to communicate to a client, for missing important case deadlines, or for being dishonest or misleading.
Unfortunately, insurance companies and corporations are known for taking advantage of individuals who do no hire an attorney. In fact, there have been studies that conclude that people who hire an attorney tend to receive more money for their claims, even after taking out the attorney’s fees. This is mostly due to the fact that the companies know they have the upper hand in properly evaluating a claim due to the volume of claims they regularly handle.