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Personal Injury AttorneyThe personal injury attorneys at Baumgartner Law Firm, have been fighting for personal injury victims in for over 35 years. The Baumgartner Law Firm serves Cypress, Texas, has a proven track record of obtaining the maximum compensation for its clients in Cypress, the greater Houston area, and throughout the state of Texas.
An accident or accidental injury can affect your ability to earn an income and place a heavy burden on your entire family. At Baumgartner Law Firm, we understand how traumatic this experience can be, and we also know how vital, personalized attention is during these times.
Our approach is to listen, understand, work on our proven approach and start working immediately for our clients.
While our clients are recuperating, we are fighting to make sure they receive the maximum compensation possible. We are well-versed in information gathering, documentation of losses, and negotiation of a personal injury or car accident settlement. After doing thousands of settlements for our clients over the years, we’ve seen just about everything, and, more importantly, we know exactly how to mount an effective strategy for all types of cases.
Selecting a Cypress, TX Personal Injury Lawyer
When selecting a competent injury attorney to handle your case, these three things are of paramount importance:
- Experience in Field: Mr. Baumgartner’s decades of experience in personal injury make him the go-to attorney for those who want a stress-free process with competent representation and maximum compensation. While other attorneys dabble on dozens of areas of practice, Mr. Baumgartner only handles personal injury and has become one of Texas’ premier authorities in the field.
- Experience in Area: When an accident or injury happens, it’s essential to deal with a local attorney who knows the area, the residents, and the companies. An attorney who has built a practice through hard work, community involvement, and investment. For the area of Cypress, Texas, there is no firm more ingrained in the community than the Baumgartner Law Firm.
- Proven Track Record: In the end, nothing matters more than results. We have over 35 years of experience winning millions of dollars for our clients. Those years have helped fine-tuned our approach and our expectations. We expect to get the maximum amount possible for our clients, and we have devised a strategy to accomplish this; a procedure which has taken years to perfect, and which we put at the service of our clients. Getting the most for our clients requires understanding what “most” means. Attorneys, without the wealth of experience that our firm has, will often leave money on the table seeking quick settlements while we fight to receive the best compensation possible for our clients.
While our clients are recuperating, we are fighting to make sure they receive the maximum compensation possible. We are well-versed in information gathering, documentation of losses, and negotiation of a settlement. After doing thousands of settlements for our personal injury clients over the years, we’ve seen just about everything and, more importantly, we know exactly how to mount an effective strategy for all types of cases.
Car Accidents in Cypress, TX
Car accidents can be traumatic. After an injury car accident, you may be entitled to compensation and to collect for damages if someone else’s negligence caused the accident, and you or a family member has suffered an injury.
Determining fault in an accident is not always obvious, that’s why we recommend you contact our law firm to learn if you have a case and how to proceed. At Baumgartner Law Firm, we have collected millions of dollars for our clients who have suffered damages, and we want to help you receive the compensation you need to get your life back on track after an injury auto accident.
What to do After a Car Wreck in Cypress?
There are a few things you need to do after an auto accident:
- Don’t leave the scene: Stop the car and make sure you’re safe. Never drive away from the scene of a crash.
- Safety First: Once you’re safe, call the police. The police report is beneficial in determining fault, and as official documentation of the accident.
- Get Accurate Record: You also want to make an accurate record of the accident if possible. Which means taking lots of pictures and exchanging information with the other driver. If there are any witnesses, try to get their contact information.
- Accurate Statements: We recommend that you do not give a recorded statement to the adverse insurance company, but if you do you may want to seek a free consultation with a qualified personal injury lawyer before giving the account. The truth is that volunteering information to the other guy’s insurer can and will be used against you.
- Medical Attention: If you are injured, seek immediate medical care. It is also prevalent that some symptoms are often unnoticed until days after the accident, it’s essential to find medical attention by visiting an emergency room or your doctor. Internal injuries left untreated could have lingering consequences, including cognitive impairment and behavioral changes.
- Contact our Law Firm: It’s essential to get the best legal representation from the beginning. Our car accident lawyers can advise you as to the right course of action, and we can begin to gather all the necessary documents to help you fight for your rights.
- Handling Insurance Calls: Insurance companies may record your phone call, and even innocent statements could be used against you. The best course of action is not to talk to the insurance company until you speak to your attorney. Please don’t fall victim to signing quick settlement offers, which make it practically impossible to recuperate the amount you’re entitled to.
Car accidents are widespread and often life-altering. In Texas alone, there is a reportable traffic collision every 57 seconds, an injury every 1 minute and 59 seconds, and a fatality every 2 hours and 20 minutes. Many of these accidents happen in US 290 between Brenham and Cypress. It’s important to stay vigilant and drive carefully, but often car accidents happen without warning, and it’s crucial to receive the best medical care and legal representation.
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Houston Car Accident Claims:From Start To Finish
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CRUNCH!
You hear metal crumpling. Someone just hit your car. Maybe they ran a red light or lost control of their vehicle. Maybe you were rear-ended by a teenage driver on her cellphone.
Either way, you’re angry and frustrated. You have things to do. Places to go. But now, you're standing beside your damaged vehicle waiting for the police to arrive. You start to feel some neck pain.
All that to say: A single, unexpected moment changed everything.
A car accident can strike at any time. Whether you are on your way to work or headed to the store, it doesn’t matter. It’s moments like these that cause the government to require everyone to buy insurance.
A Guide For All Car Accident Victims
In this guide, you will learn:
- How To Handle Yourself When Disaster Strikes
- How To Ensure The At-Fault Insurance Company Covers Any Property Damage And Injury Expenses.
- What Injury Lawyers Do And How They Can Help You.
Get To Safety
Prevent Further Damage & Injury
If you find yourself in the middle of the intersection or on the freeway, you first priority is to move all persons (and vehicles if possible) out of the way of oncoming oncoming traffic.
Survey The Damage
Call The Police + Gather Evidence
After getting to safety, you should immediately dial 911. Make sure to alert the dispatcher if there are any serious injuries.
As you wait for help to arrive, you have 3 goals:
- Identify Extent of Injuries
- Identify Witnesses
- Identify Vehicle Damage
Pro Tip: Use your cell phone to record a statement from the other driver, as well as to store contact information for the other driver and any witnesses.
What Type Of Photos
Should I Take?
Take Photos Of The
Following:
Other Driver's License
Damage On Both Vehicles
License Plate Of
Other Vehicle
Insurance Policy Of Other Driver
Get Medical Help
Your Health Is #1
After emergency help arrives, it is important to seek medical treatment. Even if you don’t feel injured, it is important to get checked out for any internal injuries.
Be sure to go in for any follow-up checkups or procedures.
Pro Tip: If you wait before seeking medical treatment, the at-fault insurance company may argue that your injury wasn’t serious and that you don’t deserve compensation for medical expenses.
Common Internal
Injuries
- Whiplash
- Internal Bleeding
- Broken Ribs
- Punctured Lungs
Whiplash
Whiplash is caused by a sudden forward or backward jerking motion of the head, which can damage the intervertabral joints, discs, ligaments, cervical muscles and nerve roots. Symptoms of whiplash manifest in neck pain, dizziness, sleep disturbances, fatigue, headache, lower back pain and sometimes numbness in the arm or hand.
Internal Bleeding
Internal bleeding is caused by blunt trauma, and varies depending on the forces involved and the individual. It cannot be seen outside of the body, and it may occur within organs, tissues and body cavities including the abdomend, chest, spinal canal and head.
Broken Ribs
It takes aproximately 4,000 Newtons (measurement of force) to break or crack a rib. The symptoms of a broken rib include pain while breathing, applying pressure to the area, and when you bend or twist your body. Ribs are often broken by the force of the seabelt during deceleration of the vehicle during a crash.
Punctured Lungs
Puncturing a lung can be a serious injury. In a punctured lung, air gathers between the lungs and the chest cavity. The pressure build up makes it impossible for the lung to expand. Symptoms include coughing blood, chest pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness and headaches.
Hire An Injury Lawyer
Save Time. Get Compensated.
Hiring an injury lawyer after a serious accident is one of the best things you can do. Injury lawyers take care of all communication and negotiation with insurance companies. This frees up your time to focus on recovering.
At our law firm, we offer free initial consultations to all Houston residents. Just fill out our contact form — or give us a call to schedule a convenient time for you. We’ll listen to your story and offer our advice.
Pro Tip: Never accept a settlement without consulting a lawyer, especially if injury is involved. Once you accept a settlement, you can never recover anything further in the future.
Time Is Of The Essence
In most cases, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. This is called the Statute of Limitations.
Certain exceptions can extend and/or shorten a limitations period.
If the victim is a minor, the limitations may be extended until they are 18 years old.
If you are in an accident caused by a governmental entity in Texas, the statute of limitations may be much shorter — ranging from a few months to six months.
File Your Claim
Notify Your Insurance Company
It is important to notify your insurance company about the accident as soon as possible.
Many insurance companies allow you to file your claim online. Otherwise, call the number listed on your insurance card.
Be sure to keep track of all adjuster names and contact information.
Pro Tip: There may be multiple active insurance policies that can cover you. For example, if the other driver didn’t have insurance, your own Uninsured Motorist coverage could kick in. An experienced attorney can help identify these policies & maximize your recovery.
Find Your Insurance Company
Find Your Insurance Company Contact Info
American Family Auto Insurance
Claim Reporting Number: 1-800-692-6326
Online Claim Portal: Go to site
Learn Fault Factors
How Fault Is Determined
Were you speeding? Nearly one-third of all car accidents can be attributed to speeding.
Was anything obstructing your view? Over half of all states have windshield obstructions laws.
What were the weather conditions? Slippery roads can reduce traction and cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Who had the right of way? The law gives the right of way to no one, but it does state who must yield (give up) the right of way.
What were the Traffic Conditions? Crashes of all types are at their highest Monday through Friday between the hours of 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Were you distracted? (Radio, Phone) Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving.
Were you wearing a seatbelt? Seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes.
Was a citation given out? In most instances, any driver violating traffic law will be held largely responsible for a resulting car accident.
Pro Tip: Do not give any recorded statements until you have the opportunity to consult with legal counsel.
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18-Wheeler Semi-Truck Accidents
There are over 500,000 accidents involving 18-wheeler trucks and over 5,000 fatalities. The clear majority of these injuries and deaths are sustained by people driving the car and not the drivers of the 18-wheeler.
18-wheeler accidents on US 290 in Cypress are common.
Truck drivers are under much pressure to deliver the cargo and are often fatigued, despite laws mandating a certain amount of rest between driving hours. Some reports indicate that as many as 20% of drivers have reported falling asleep at the wheel at one point. Because of the massive size and weight of these 18-wheelers, accidents involving them typically result in serious injury. Put our truck accident investigation team to work on your case.
Baumgartner Law Firm has spent decades fighting for the rights of people hurt in 18-wheeler wrecks. We know how the insurance peculiarities of the claims process for these types of accidents and our truck accident lawyers have a proven track record of fighting and winning significant 18-wheeler accident settlements for our clients.
Drunk Driving Injury Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are over 10,000 fatalities due to drunk driving. The estimated economic cost of alcohol-impaired crashes is more than 144 billion. In Texas alone, there are over 17,000 drunk driving fatalities.
Nothing is more traumatic and infuriating than being the victim of a completely preventable accident. If a drunk driver has injured you, you have rights such as rights to full and fair compensation, including pain and suffering and possibly punitive damages.
The state of Texas is cracking down on drunk drivers with more resources and stricter penalties, but we still see too many cases of drunk driving injury accidents happen every single day in Cypress alone. Our law firm is an expert in the field of drunk driving litigation, and we can help you navigate this legal process and get your life back to normal as soon as possible. Call a DWI accident lawyer for a free consultation.
Daycare Injuries
Every day, millions of Texans entrust their kids to daycare facilities. Though these facilities are regulated, the regulation is often inadequate, and thousands of injuries happen every single month. Most of these injuries are not intentional, but rather a result of negligence like failing to supervise adequately. Injuries range from minor injuries, such as bruises and scrapes, to severe ones, such as broken bones and we have even handled wrongful death cases due to daycare negligence. Call to speak with a daycare injury lawyer– 281-587-1111!
Any injury due to negligence, including inattentiveness and irresponsibility, is often the caretaker’s responsibility.
Our children are our most significant treasures, and any injury to them can be devastating. If your child was injured in a daycare, and you suspect it was due to negligence or bad practices by the daycare, you may be entitled to compensation. Our law firm has been helping injured children for over 35 years and has handled much of the most high-profile daycare injury cases in the Houston area.
Brain Injuries
Unlike broken bones, which can often mend well, brain injuries can be catastrophic injuries, and victims sometimes never fully recover. Brain cells cannot regenerate and once they’re damaged the connection between them remains broken. Even worse, these brain injuries could have a dramatic effect on cognition and could permanently alter personality.
If you’ve been involved in an accident, such as a car accident or motorcycle accident, you may have suffered a brain injury without it being apparent for weeks. Of course, brain injuries could happen in many other settings, such as falling downstairs, or work-related accidents.
Brain injuries are particularly tricky to handle legally. They require specialized expertise in the matter and years of experience. We have helped many people get multi-million dollar settlements after a head injury accident.
Construction Site Accidents
Construction is a dangerous profession. More than 20% of all work-related fatalities happen while working in the construction industry. Though this industry is heavily regulated by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are so many dangers inherent in the sector that eliminating accidents is practically impossible. Moreover, those regulations set forth by OSHA are always changing and expanding. Honest employers have a hard time often following all these regulations, and many others ignore or cut corners doing a dangerous job so much more so.
If you’re injured in a construction accident, it is likely that more than one party was involved, and proper evaluation is needed to determine liability and cause. The firm has been helping clients involved in construction accidents for decades and has the right toolkit to gather the necessary facts, determine the cause of action and recuperate damages and compensation for our clients. The complexities of these types of cases require unique know-how that takes years to acquire. If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, call our offices to set up a free consultation.
Boating or Jet Ski Accidents
Texas is blessed to have great weather and lots of waterways to enjoy aquatic activities, including boating and jet skis. Unfortunately, while enjoying these activities, many people forget the dangers of boats and jet skis. They fail to acknowledge that these vehicles can often be more dangerous than a car.
There are over 600,000 registered boats in the state of Texas. Most boat owners are responsible, but with so many vessels moving around thousands of boating accidents happen every year. When you add sun, alcohol, and disregard for safety to a vehicle of any type, there are bound to be injuries or fatal boating accidents.
If you or a family member has been seriously hurt in a boating or jet ski accident, please call our law firm for a free consultation.
Making the Right Choice for Personal Injury Representation in Cypress, Texas
You have many choices when it comes to personal injury legal representation. However, if you’re looking for a competent attorney, with decades of experience, a proven track record of winning, and a friendly and eager disposition to help, you need to contact The Baumgartner Law Firm.
We’ve built a successful practice honing our skills while maintaining the highest ethical standards of care for our clients. When you walk into our law firm, you are not just another client, and we will strive to treat you like family. We spend our days working and fighting for your rights to get the best legal representation and the maximum amount of compensation that you deserve.
If you or a loved one has been a victim of:
- Car Accidents
- 18-Wheeler Wrecks
- Drunk Driving Injury Accident
- Daycare Injuries
- Brain Injuries
- Construction Accidents
- Boating or Jet Ski Accidents
Free Injury Case Consultations
Call our offices for a free consultation. We want to put our over 35 years of experience to work for you. We don’t take the privilege of representing our clients lightly, and that’s why the majority of our business comes from satisfied clients.
We strictly limit the number of cases we accept to be able to provide the time, attention, and service you deserve. Call (281) 587-1111 to schedule a free consultation on an injury accident in the Cypress TX area.