FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. Do I need to have a lawyer to handle my car accident claim or my Texas personal injury claim?
In Texas, you are not required to have a lawyer to make a claim. However, it is usually the wise thing to do.
Always remember, insurance companies have a trained staff of adjusters, investigators, lawyers, and other professionals whose job it is to protect the legal interests of the insurance company and save them money.
Given this fact, don’t you think it would be smart for you to have someone protecting your legal interests and looking out for you?
2. How does a Texas personal injury lawyer get paid?
We work on what is called a “contingent fee”. This means we only get paid when we recover on your behalf. If there is no recovery; you owe us nothing.
3. When should I hire a lawyer for my Texas car accident claim or personal injury claim?
Immediately. There is no advantage in waiting. It is always wiser to have a lawyer protecting you sooner rather than later.
4. How much will it cost me to talk to Texas personal injury lawyer Jack Cherry about my personal injury case or car accident case?
Nothing. We will be happy to talk to you about your case. Our initial consultation is free. You can call us now at (713) 524-6100.
5. How much of my time will be involved in my personal injury case or Texas car accident case?
Typically, not very much. We strive to address every possible need or issue that you may have related to your personal injury or car accident case. Our job is to take care of these matters so you don’t have to.
6. Do I have to talk to the insurance company about my Texas personal injury claim or car accident claim?
Usually not. Unless a lawsuit is filed, the insurance company cannot normally compel you to talk to them. Sometimes, however, it is advantageous for you to do so. Attorney Jack Cherry can help you determine whether it is a good idea for you to talk to the insurance company or not.
7. Will I have to go to court for my personal injury case or Texas car accident case?
Every case varies, but the vast majority of personal injury claimants never go to court.
8. Can my personal injury lawyer find me or refer me to a doctor to see me for my injuries from my personal injury claim or Texas car accident claim?
Yes. We have dealt with various doctors throughout the state of Texas for thirty years.
If you need to see a doctor now, and don’t have the money to pay for one, we will make the financial arrangements for you to see a doctor promptly without you having to pay any money up front. Typically, if we take your case, the doctors will get paid at the end of your case at the same time that you do.
Call Jack Cherry now at (713) 524-6100 to see if we can help you get the medical attention you need.
9. How long until I get paid on my car accident claim or Texas personal injury claim?
Every case is different. Most are resolved within months after you have completed your medical treatment.
10. Who will pay for my medical bills from my Texas personal injury case or car accident case?
It varies from case to case. Our job is to see that at the end of your case all of your medical bills have been paid and you are fairly compensated for what you have gone through.
11. How much is my personal injury case or Texas car accident case worth?
Anyone who tells you up front they know what your case is worth, isn’t telling you the truth.
First, an extensive investigation into all of the details of your case has to be made. Second, all insurance issues and liability issues have to be assessed. Third, all of your medical bills and medical records must be reviewed before the value of your case can be determined. Lastly, the skill and experience of the attorney negotiating your case or preparing it for trial can make all the difference in the world.
We have 30 years of experience successfully resolving Texas injury cases.
12. How long should I see a doctor for my injuries from my Texas personal injury case or car accident case?
That decision is between you and the doctors you see.
13. Do I still have a Texas personal injury claim if my medical bills have been paid by group medical insurance or another type of medical insurance?
It depends on the facts of your specific situation, but many people will have a claim even if their group medical insurance has already paid all of their medical bills. Call us today at (713) 524-6100 for a free evaluation of your specific situation.
14. Do I still have a personal injury case or Texas car accident case when I have been hurt by a driver who fled the scene of the accident?
Sometimes you will. Sometimes you will not. It depends on the specific facts of your specific situation. Each case is different. It would be a mistake on your part to assume that nothing can be done; especially since it costs you nothing to call us.
15. Do I still have a Texas personal injury claim or car accident claim when I have been hurt by an uninsured driver?
Many times the answer is yes. Sadly, sometimes the answer is no. It depends on the specific facts of your situation. Each case is different. Don’t assume your case is hopeless. Call us today for a free evaluation of whether we can help you.
16. How can I get the insurance company to fix, repair or total my car?
If your car was damaged or totaled by the negligent acts of another driver, Their insurance company is responsible for replacing or paying to repair your car.
However, the insurance company will only do this once they have “completed their investigation” and concluded that they are legally responsible. This can sometimes drag on endlessly; especially if you do not have legal representation. We frequently are able to speed up the process of getting our clients’ cars repaired or replaced.
17. How can I get the insurance company to pay for a rental car?
An insurance company will only pay for your rental car if their investigation determines they are required to do so. This can sometimes drag on; especially if you do not have a lawyer. We frequently are able to speed up the process of getting our clients into rental cars promptly. Call us now at (713) 524-6100 to see if we can help you.
18. In Texas, what is a Diminished Value Claim (DVC)?
In Texas, if your car has been damaged, but not totaled, you may have a diminished value claim (DVC).
A diminished value claim (DVC) represents the difference between the value of your car after it has been completely repaired with the value of your car prior to the accident.
Depending on the year, condition, make, and model of your car the DVC claim can be worth a lot of money. Call us today at (713) 524-6100 if you would like a free evaluation of your diminished value claim.
19. Can I be compensated for my lost wages that I sustained due to my car accident case or Texas personal injury case?
Frequently, yes. However, it depends on the specific circumstances of your case and also whether your lost wages are properly documented. We will help you with this process.
20. The driver who injured me was charged with DWI or DUI. I think they were a drunk driver. How does this affect my Texas personal injury claim?
If there is evidence that the driver who injured you was intoxicated, this can significantly increase the value of your claim. Call Attorney Jack Cherry now at (713) 524-6100 for more information.
21. My wreck was with an eighteen-wheeler or large truck. How does this affect my case?
As a rule, these types of cases tend to be worth more on average than cases involving regular automobiles.
22. The driver who injured me was texting or text messaging when they collided with me. How does this affect my Texas personal injury claim or automobile accident claim?
If there is evidence that the driver who injured you was texting at the time they crashed into you, this can significantly increase the value of your case.
Do you or a loved one need legal help? If so, call Texas Injury Attorney
JACK CHERRY at (713) 524-6100.
THE FIRST TELEPHONE CONSULTATION IS FREE AND THERE IS NO FEE IF THERE IS NO RECOVERY.