Personal Injury Insights: DeHoyos Accident Attorneys’s Blogs

In Houston, Texas, you have two years from the date of your car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline means losing your right to compensation entirely, regardless of how severe your injuries are. Exceptions apply in limited circumstances, including accidents involving government vehicles, injured minors, or cases where injuries were not […]

Texas car accident statistics show 4,150 deaths and over 251,000 injuries in 2024, with a reportable crash occurring every 57 seconds. Speed, driver inattention, and impairment are the leading causes of fatal crashes on Texas roads. Understanding these patterns helps accident victims recognize who is responsible when negligence causes an injury and what evidence matters […]

In Texas, only three groups of people can file a wrongful death lawsuit: the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the person who died. These family members have the legal right to seek compensation for their losses, whether they file together or separately. If eligible family members do not file a claim, the executor or […]

In Houston, Texas, you can sue Uber for an accident if the company’s negligence contributed to the crash and injuries. However, most claims are handled through the driver’s insurance or Uber’s commercial insurance coverage. Direct lawsuits against Uber usually involve issues such as negligent hiring, ignored driver safety complaints, or known safety problems with the […]

If you’re involved in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you should call the police, get medical care, and contact an attorney before speaking to the other driver’s insurance company. Texas law gives you the right to pursue full compensation for your injuries, medical bills, and lost wages when another driver’s negligence caused the […]

Average catastrophic injury compensation in Houston ranges from $500,000 to over $10 million, depending on injury severity. Catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, and severe burns that permanently change how you live and work. Texas law, insurance coverage, and the severity of your injuries all affect your final compensation. Catastrophic injuries […]