Trucking Accidents in San Antonio

We know that huge 18-wheeler semi-trucks on our San Antonio roads and highways can be bothersome and quite intimidating to most automobile drivers.  The nature of the truck-driving industry itself perpetuates this commonly felt anxiety that the general public has with semi-trucks.  We all are aware that these semi-trucks serve a useful purpose; however, we are also aware that to make sufficient income, drivers of these trucks are generally under rigid schedules and tight deadlines for their deliveries.  That is why a truck driver may be inclined to drive too fast or to drive when overtired.  The truck driver may even be taking illegal drugs to help him/her stay awake so that deadlines can be met.  We also know that when a collision occurs between one of these semi-trucks and an automobile, the results can be catastrophic with substantial personal injury and increased fatalities as well as significant damage to the automobile and its occupants.  Where do you begin when you are involved in a truck accident?  Proving that the truck driver was “negligent,” is one of the first steps in a trucking accident case.

All Texas truck drivers have a Duty to follow the rules of the road and state-mandated trucking laws and a Duty to use “ordinary care” while driving a truck.   Ordinary care is that which a reasonable person of ordinary prudence would have done under the same or similar circumstances.  A Breach of that duty, negligence, can occur when a driver failed to follow the rules of the road, failed to follow the trucking laws, or did not use ordinary care.  The following are just some of the types of negligent behavior which can cause truck accidents:  failure to keep a proper lookout, inattentive driver, speeding, driving while on the phone or texting, driving too slowly, following too closely, failing to use a turn signal, failing to yield the right-of-way, failing to stop at a stop sign, driving through a red light, driving impaired, such as driving fatigued or under the influence of drugs or alcohol, driving on the wrong side of the road, failing to control the truck, and improper truck maintenance.  This list is definitely not exhaustive as there are many other ways that a truck driver can be found to not be using ordinary care. 

The next step, the Causation element, simply means that the negligent actions of the truck driver were the “proximate cause” of the other parties’ injuries.  You must prove that the accident occurred because, in a natural and continuous sequence, the negligent actions of the truck driver produced the accident and without the negligent actions of the truck driver the crash would not have occurred.  For example, the truck driver was driving in an impaired state such as sleep-deprived and fell asleep at the wheel.  A person of ordinary care would have foreseen that a truck driver who is driving fatigued had a great potential to fall asleep while driving and thus cause an accident.  In truck accident cases, however, proximate cause is rarely an issue.

Finally, you must prove the Damages.  The other vehicle’s driver and/or passengers may have suffered Personal Injury (PI) damages or there may be damages to the other vehicle or both because of the truck driver’s negligence.  Whichever the case, the parties involved need to seek medical attention as soon as possible and keep thorough records and receipts of all medical expenses. 

If you are involved in a collision with a semi-truck, you should immediately seek The Báez Law Firm, P.C. Our San Antonio Lawyers are here to help you with your trucking accident, auto accident and personal injury in general. Give us a call (210) 979-9777 so that one of our professionals can get you in with an attorney immediately. Our consultation is free.

Had a Car Accident in San Antonio? Need a Lawyer? We can help!

We are The Baez Law Firm from San Antonio Texas and we have been helping people in Bexar County that have been victims of an auto accidents. We do this because we know that victims of auto accidents will be treated unfairly by insurance adjusters if they are not represented.

The major insurance companies in the Unites States all have attorneys that handle the case for them. You should have your own lawyers working for you. This is why we have been so successful since we care about your legal needs!

We have created auto accident applications for both the iphone and Android markets. This auto accident applications are free for you to use, whether you get us as your attorneys. This applications are important because it will collect necessary information in the event that you are involved in an accident.

Do not confuse insurance companies adjuster that call you early in the process after your accident, with your friends. They are not. They are only working for the insurance companies to increase their bottom line and decrease your potential recovery.

Let us work for you on your auto accident case. If not, please accept our free auto accident application for you. Again, if you have been in an auto accident, give us a call (210) 979-9777.

Auto Accident Tools for San Antonio

Be prepared with the Auto Accident App!

Why download Auto Accident App?

The Car Crash application is one of those things you don’t think you will ever need, until you do. And when you do, you’ll be glad you took a few seconds to download it. Auto Accident App provides straightforward to-do’s, fact and evidence gathering tools to ensure you or your loved one are informed and protected when moving vehicle accidents happen. None of us like to think about it, but auto accidents do happen.

Auto Accident App features:

- Camera, voice recorder, text notepad and drawing pad provide all you will need to
record all of the pertinent data about any moving vehicle accident.
- Invaluable FAQ section containing important information about the appropriate procedures to prepare for and handle any moving vehicle accident.
- Time saving forms to clearly collect accident information from the other parties (drivers, witnesses, passengers etc.)
- Automatic GPS locator which aides in recording critical accident facts like traffic patterns and driving conditions.
- Call emergency number 911 or instantly contact our law firm.

Our FREE Auto Accident Application

Why are personal injury lawyers so passionate about their work?

When most people see an auto accident, or witness an assault or battery or have a injury as a result of an event, they see blood, they hear pain, they see the injury. Personal Injury Lawyers see duty, breach, proximate cause, and damages. They instill this words on us in law school.

But, that is not why we are passionate about what we do. For the most part, is not the fact that we may collect on our client's injury. Is the fact that, we try to bring life back to normal for our clients and their families as much as we can. If personal injury lawyers would not take on difficult cases for our clients, our clients would never have the opportunity to get back to a normal life.

Many people that come to us have seen first hand the techniques that insurance companies use in order to protect their interest. They attempt to make the injured person feel like its their fault, and not their clients who caused the injury. Many times the adjusters for the insurance companies try to make friends with the injured person, just to have the statute of limitations period run.

You are not in "good hands" or protected from "mayhem's" if you are the injured person. When you are injured as a result of some one's negligence, you need a personal injury lawyer on your side.

Our Law Firm has been helping injured victims when insurance companies have tried to minimize their claims. If you have been a victim of a vehicle accident, or if you have severe injuries, broken bones, lacerations, scars or even know of someone who was wrongfully killed, you need a personal injury lawyer.

If you have been a victim of a vehicle accident, a medical malpt\ractice, a wrongful death, a battery, and assault and have suffered severe injuries, give us a call. Our San Antonio Lawyers are here for you. That is why we say, "we care about your legal needs."

Why do you need a lawyer for your auto accident?

Prime time TV has made millions of dollars based on reality shows, or supposedly reality shows like The Practice, Law and Order, Boston Legal and many more. TV stations also bombard us with more reality shows in the form of Judge Judy, The People’s Court, Judge Mathis and many more. This has created a phenomena that I like to call “TV lawyer syndrom.” In essence, people are lead to believe that they too can take care of their legal matters.

Our San Antonio Lawyers have seen an increase of the so called “TV lawyers” based on the fact that most people now know the law (since they have watched it on TV). In the are of Auto Accidents, there is no exceptions. Unfortunately, insurance companies have taken advantage of this situation. In Texas, now with the passing of new laws, the injured is at risk of losing it even more!

When you are a victim of an auto accident, please, contact a lawyer. We have seen an increase of case where the liability was clear, yet the client decided to do it for him/her self, two years later, the insurance companies have an affirmative defense of “statute of limitations” since the injured person did not file a complaint on time. Insurance wins.

What you see on TV from insurance companies that “you are in good hands” and that “we are always there,” are only sales pitches from the insurance industry. They are not there to protect you, they are there to protect their bottom line, not yours. Insurance companies have at their disposal, thousands of lawyers to handle their cases. Why not you?

Our Law Firm has handle thousands of auto accident cases in San Antonio successfully. Our injury lawyers and attorneys can help you get what you deserve. You do not pay us, unless we win the case for you. Is that simple. This is a fact that insurance companies don’t want you to know. You do not have to represent yourself in an auto accident. Let us do it for you! After all, you would not do your own brain surgery, would you? Of course not!

We have created a simple way to help yo during and accident. Just visit the Android Market Place or the iTune Store and download our FREE Auto Accident Application. You will be glad that you did. Because, its better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!!!

Charged with Murder in Texas? Our lawyers can help!

Even though we are personal injury lawyers and attorneys, accident lawyers, accident attorneys, our general practice law firm also handles criminal defense; thus this posting.

Like Florida, Texas juries find themselves in the middle of murder trials. Jurors are required to give value and weight the evidence. Like Florida, a persons needs to be convicted with evidence beyond reasonable doubt. That means that, if the evidence is not strong enough, and doubt exist, a jury must acquit.

Many people get upset when cases, like Casey Anthony, are found Not Guilty. A sense of failure of justice is shared amongst many. However, we have said that this is the way that our legal system was meant to work. The jurors in this case got it right!

When prosecutors have no direct evidence, many times they create this phantom story that some times jurors buy and innocent people get convicted. Our legal system was created so that, not one single innocent person goes to jail; but because of the tenacity of prosecutors, and inefficiency of some defense lawyers, jurors get it confused.

We have represented the wrongfully accused in Texas and will continue to do this. We believe in the constitution and every one deserves a fair and impartial jury. Let us help you with your criminal defense.

How to petition for damages in a personal injury case

Our law firm has represented hundreds of cases for personal injury in Texas and the San Antonio area. Although each case is unique, the vast majority can be proven with the same efficiency, so long as some parameters are put in place.

This blog is intended to help those practitioners to have the tools needed to successfully litigate a personal injury case. Remember to always "humanize" your client.

As a direct and proximate result of the occurrence made the basis of this lawsuit, and Defendants' acts as described herein, Plaintiff was caused to suffer severe medical trauma damages more fully set forth below.

As a direct and proximate result of the occurrence made the basis of this lawsuit, Plaintiff, has incurred the following damages:

A. Reasonable medical care and expenses. These expenses were incurred by Plaintiffs, for the necessary care and treatment of the injuries resulting from the accident complained of herein and such charges are reasonable and were usual and customary charges for such services in Bexar County, Texas;

B. Reasonable and necessary medical care and expenses which will, in all reasonable probability, be incurred in the future;

C. Physical pain and suffering in the past;

D. Physical pain and suffering in the future; and

E. Mental anguish in the future;

F. Physical impairment which, in all reasonable probability, will be suffered in the future;

G. Cost of medical monitoring and prevention in the future.

By reason of the above, Plaintiff, has suffered losses and damages in a sum within the jurisdictional limits of the Court and for which this lawsuit is brought.

PRAYER WHEREFORE, PREMISES CONSIDERED, Plaintiff, respectfully prays that the Defendants be cited to appear and answer herein, and that upon a final hearing of the cause, judgment be entered for the Plaintiff against Defendants, jointly and severally, for damages in an amount within the jurisdictional limits of the Court; exemplary damages, as addressed to each Defendant per Section 41.006, Chapter 41, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code, , excluding interest, and as allowed by Sec. 41.008, Chapter 41, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code; together with pre-judgment interest (from the date of injury through the date of judgment) at the maximum rate allowed by law; post-judgment interest at the legal rate, costs of court; and such other and further relief to which the Plaintiff may be entitled at law or in equity.

We hope this has been helpful to practitioners. You can change, add or subtract on your petition as necessary, so that it fits your case when you are filing with court. Good luck, and happy litigating.

If you need a lawyer in san antonio for your personal injury case, give us a call (210) 979-9777 or visit our website: The Baez Law Firm, P.C.

Serious injuries, come and see us

Our San Antonio Lawyers have been helping people in Bexar County when they suffer serious injuries as a result of some one's negligence. Auto Accidents are the main culprit, but also injuries caused by doctors, police officers and others.

The Baez Law Firm helps victims of car accidents, even when the victims don't have health insurance. Our lawyers will negotiate your settlement, and if needed, will go to trial for you. Let us help you with your case, do not do it alone.

Our Personal Injury Lawyers help victims of medical malpractice in Texas. The law is very rigit, and our lawyers know how to litigate a case under the new law. Give us a call (210) 979-9777 to set up a free initial consultation.

We have helped victims of police brutality in Texas successfully. If you have been a victim of police brutality in Texas, you need a law firm that is able to handle the police "qualify immunity" issues that could end your case. Let us fight for your rights in court.

Injuries from an accident need to be treated!

Our law firm has been helping the injured in San Antonio even when no health insurance is available. We are able to help you with injuries from an auto accident immediately.

The most important thing after an auto accident is medical treatment. Our San Antonio lawyers can get you the medical help that you deserve after an auto accident.

If you have been injured as a result of an auto accident, come see us or give us a call (210) 979-9777. We care about your legal needs!

Had an auto accident, come see us

Many people believe that handling their own personal injury case is simple. The problem stands from the fact that, insurance companies have their legal team ready for battle. That means that you, without your own team, have no chance of beating them.

Insurance companies have been dealing with personal injury cases longer than most of us been alive. From the adjusters, their whole world revolves around giving you, the injured person, the minimal amount for your injuries. If need be, insurance companies have a group of experts that will testify against your case in Court.

Because of these facts, you need to be ready to have a legal team of your own. Since personal injury cases are "contingency" cases, you should not hesitate to have a legal team when you have been injured by another driver.

If you have suffered injuries as a result of an accident, give us a call. We helped numerous people in Texas get the settlement that they deserve. We handle broken bones, brain injuries, multiple injuries, lacerations, scars, puncture wounds, amputations, death, and many more.

Do not attempt to get the results that you deserve by yourself. Let us help you win your fight for you. This is why we tell you, we care about your legal needs!

Personal Injury Trial Lawyers

The Baez Law Firm has been helping injured Texans for several years. Our attorneys will take time to listen to your facts, and will take your case to trial when necessary. Many times though, our attorneys have the tough job to tell a client that, there is no case. When you have been wronged by someone, come see us. We will treat you with respect and dignity. When someone is responsible for their negligence, come see us. We can help, but if we can't, we often tell you who can. Come see us, and you will see the difference from the moment that you walk through our doors. Your personal injury consultations are always free. Visit our websites at http://www.thebaezlawfirm.com or http://www.san-antonio-lawyer-attorney.com

What to do if you have an accident

Many of our clients have asked us to let others know what to do when they have an accident. The reason for the request is obvious. In Texas, many people decide to represent themselves during a personal injury claim. Although we don't recommend it, here are some pointers to remember.

1. The insurance company is not your friend. Contrary to popular belief, you are not in good hands. They are only interested on their bottom line, not yours.

2. Take your own pictures. Many liability cases are decided, not on what the police report says, but on what the pictures of the accident say. Always think on liability, even if its clear who is at fault.

3. Your recovery is directly proportional to your injury. There are two parts on an auto accident claim. Property damage and personal injury. For the most part, insurance companies will challenge the personal injury part.

4. Get witnesses information. Many times people stop at the scene of an accident to see whether everything is OK, ask for their phone numbers.

5. Get medical attention. Even if you feel OK at the time, the fact that you suffered an accident could be dangerous later on after the shock passes.

6. Get legal representation. As they say in law school "only a fool has him/her self for a client." Besides, what do you have to loose vs. what you could win.

Insurance companies have their legal team on hand, and so should you. We are San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers here to help you with your legal needs. Visit our website The Baez Law Firm, P.C. or give us a call (210) 979-9777.

Why do you need damages?

Many people comes to our firm and ask, can we sue the negligent party for what they wrongfully done to us. In many cases, the answer is yes but upon further analysis of the cases, it becomes clear that the damages are missing. In order to recover under the theory of negligence, the law is clear, the fact that you have to have damages is as important as the fact that some one was negligent.

When there are no damages, unfortunately for many individuals, that means that there is no case at all. We have found this result with many medical malpractice cases and premises liability cases. Not so much so on the area of auto accidents. The reason is clear, if there is a car collision, there are some damages, both to the property and the person.

As an attorney, one has to look at the case, specially for negligence cases as one that can potentially reward the risk that the lawyers takes on taking the case. Since these cases are often taken on a contingency basis, the lawyers needs to insure that all elements are present before taking the case.

In a nut shell, for negligence to be actionable, there has to be 1) duty, 2) a breach therefrom, 3) actual cause, 4) proximate cause, and 5) damages. Miss one element, you miss the case. Although many cases the damages be nominal, generally, the greater the damage, the greater the recovery.

So, next time you hear the hype from highly commercialized lawyers, don't think that they are better at recovery, they just take the cases with the greatest rate of return form them and make it appears as though every case is going to win big.

If you have suffered or been injured by some one, give us a call (210) 979-9777 we will evaluate your case free and we will treat you with respect and dignity because, we care about your legal needs.

Vehicle accident in San Antonio or Bexar County, we can help

You have seen our adds on the via buses all throughout San Antonio and Bexar County. We tell you that "we care about your legal needs," and we mean it. The Baez Law Firm, P.C. can help you with your auto accident in San Antonio. Our lawyers are experienced in dealing with insurance companies.

When you have a car accident, you need to gather all the information about the person that collided with you. Our staff will get the police report, issue letters of protection on your behalf, and send you to the best doctors available in San Antonio.

We are known to try cases that other firms refuse because they are not too big. Our firm does not back down from a fight with the insurance companies after your vehicle accident. When you are injured, the last thing you need is to have to fight with an adjuster. Let our attorneys fight for you!

If you suffer broken bones, fractures, scratches, lacerations, bruises or any other type of injury, we can help you get the money that you deserve for your injuries. If a love one die, as a result of negligence of the driver, we can help you, and your family collect money for your lost. Although we cannot bring back your love one, you and your family should be compensated for your lost with a substantial amount of money.

We have doctors all throughout San Antonio and Bexar County, and we can come to you if you need us. Let our experts handle your car or auto accident. Let The Baez Law Firm, P.C fight for your rights. This is why we say "we care about your legal needs."

San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys

Our San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys have been helping injured Texans and San Antonians for years. We have obtained settlements for our client's injury that exceeded their expectations.

If you have been injured in an auto accident, or any other motor vehicle accident, our San Antonio injury lawyers and attorneys can explain your rights and how to protect them. Your auto San Antonio accident lawyers and attorneys can assist you in making claim for your injury and recovering adequate compensation.

Your San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys offer free consultations. Your San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys work on a “contingency fee” retainer. What that means is that your San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys will only charge a fee if your case is won.

The law gives you a specific amount of time to bring your case. This is what’s known as a “statute of limitations.” If you do not start your case within the required time, you lose your right to bring your case. As “statutes of limitations” vary depending on the type of case, it is important that you contact your San Antonio auto accident lawyers and attorneys as soon as possible after an accident or injury.