Car accidents happen every day in Houston. The hustle and bustle of our city, combined with the millions of commuters, tourists, and residents, all make for less-than-ideal traffic conditions. However, whether you were hurt on I-45, Westheimer Road, or a side street, you have legal options after an accident. What’s more, you don’t have to handle your case alone. You could benefit from hiring a Houston personal injury lawyer to manage your case.
Meet Attorney Jay Blass Cohen. A born-and-raised Houston native, he has spent his career tirelessly advocating for his clients, both in and out of the courtroom. From the moment you entrust our car accident lawyer with your case, it becomes a priority. We do everything in our power to recover what you need, even if that means throwing down in court.
Call now to start your claim review.
You Deserve to Have a Committed Personal Injury Attorney on Your Side
Your claim is not Jay’s first rodeo. For more than a decade, he’s fought tooth and nail for people just like you. Residents of Houston have come to recognize Blass Law for its:
- Success-driven results. When Jay takes your car accident case, he plans to win it. Plain and simple. He does this by building compelling claims based on evidence, leaving little room for insurance companies to dispute the facts.
- Presence in the community. Blass Law has an office for your convenience right here in Houston. Beyond relative location, Jay has served on various boards and is a familiar face at the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Jay is personally committed to your case’s outcome. He’s seen for himself the toll a serious car accident can take on an injured person, and he’s committed to recovering the compensation you need to rebuild your life. Getting peace of mind and legal representation all begin with your no-obligation case review.
What Our Houston Car Accident Attorney Does for You
When you become our client, you get immediate peace of mind that we’re doing everything possible to resolve your car accident case. The specifics of how we build a personal injury claim vary from person to person. You can expect us to do the heavy lifting when it comes to your case. This means:
We Investigate the Circumstances of Your Houston Auto Accident
Every successful case has one thing in common: evidence. This information can include:
- The police report. If you suffered a serious auto accident, the police likely filed an accident report. This document includes basic information, including when and where the accident happened, who was involved, and whether you suffered injuries.
- Eyewitness testimony. Information from bystanders and first responders carries more weight than you think. Their statements may even fill in gaps in the accident report. Attorney Jay Blass Cohen has interviewed and gets their perspective on your auto accident.
- Accident reconstruction data. Many modern vehicles are equipped with “black boxes.” These data recorders track the force of impact and speed of collisions. We can secure this information and use it to bolster your case.
Our Firm Determines Fault and Liability for Your Losses
Many people use “fault” and “liability” interchangeably. Yet, they refer to two distinct concepts. Imagine an auto accident caused by distracted driving. The distracted driver caused the accident. The liable party would likely be an insurance company. Using your case’s evidence, we can learn who caused your accident and who should pay for your subsequent losses.
Your Houston Car Accident Lawyer Files Your Personal Injury Claim
Filing a personal injury claim is more than filling out some forms and awaiting the insurance company’s response. It requires our team to:
- Understand your damages’ cost. We add up your medical bills, wage statements, and receipts to learn what you’re owed. We consider other aspects of your situation when arriving at a fair value for your pain and suffering.
- Review the liable insurance policy. Whether you’re filing a claim with your own insurer or a third-party claim, we must understand the policy’s terms, including details regarding deductibles, exclusions, and exceptions.
- Negotiate with the insurer. Ideally, the liable insurance company will learn of your claim and offer fair compensation for your losses. Yet, this seldom happens, and we may need to negotiate for what you need. Not a problem. Jay is not afraid to go toe-to-toe with even the biggest, fiercest insurance companies.
We File Your Civil Lawsuit
We’re generally able to resolve motor vehicle accident cases through negotiations. However, if the insurer refuses to cooperate, we may sue the at-fault party. This process is something Jay knows like the back of his hand. He stands ready to file your case’s paperwork, take depositions, and guide your case to completion.
Trust Our Houston Car Accident Attorney to Seek Fair Compensation
Compensation after a crash represents more than money; it should account for your personal hardships, emotional distress, and inconvenience. That being said, our law firm pursues both economic and non-economic damages for clients. These individual losses include:
Healthcare Costs
You shouldn’t have to pay a dime out of pocket for healthcare expenses arising from an injury you didn’t cause. So, Blass Law seeks financial recovery for:
- Surgeries
- Medications
- Treatment
- Hospitalization
- Emergency transportation
- Doctors’ appointments
- Assistive devices, such as wheelchairs
We don’t just account for the healthcare costs you’re facing right now; our calculations include your anticipated care expenses, such as residency in a treatment facility or physical therapy.
Lost Income
Not everyone works a nine-to-five job. Some make a living earning commissions from artwork. Others work “gigs” or seasonal professions. No matter what job you work, if your injuries affect your earning power, we can seek financial recovery for lost tips, bonuses, employee benefits, income, and more.
Property Damage Expenses
These days, everything’s getting more and more expensive––and that goes for car repairs, too. Not a problem. Blass Law fights to recover the cost of your car’s necessary repair or replacement expenses.
Non-Economic Damages
As noted, we want to pursue a settlement or court ruling that accounts for every aspect of your Houston auto accident. So, we seek financial recovery that reflects:
- The pain and suffering of the accident
- The emotional distress you endured
- Any psychological trauma you experienced, such as post-traumatic stress disorder
- Inconvenience from not having a vehicle and suffering from severe injuries
Without reviewing the details of your accident, we can’t share how much you can recover. How much you can recover is unique to your situation, and we intend to secure everything you need.
You Have a Limited Time to Pursue Financial Recovery Through a Lawsuit
Texas limits how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit following a car accident. Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003 notes that you have just two years to file your case. That’s not a long time when considering the work that goes into building a successful claim or lawsuit.
Securing legal representation shortly after your accident is a great way to protect your legal rights. Once the two-year period expires, the court will refuse to hear your case, and the insurance company will likely stop negotiating. If this happens, you’ll likely have to take what you can get.
Don’t miss out on your right to financial recovery. Instead, call Blass Law and set your case in motion today.
What Should I Do After My Houston Auto Accident?
Your health comes first after suffering a serious collision. Seek medical attention. Follow through with your treatment plan. Both of these things can prevent your condition from worsening and help you reach maximum medical improvement.
If you want to discontinue a part of your treatment plan, don’t do it without running it by your doctor; tell them about your decision so they can alter your regimen. You don’t want to give the insurance company any reason to discredit your case.
Other post-accident considerations that could benefit your personal injury claim or lawsuit include:
Refer Settlement Offers to Your Lawyer
The insurance company may offer a settlement after learning about your auto accident. Yet, this might not come close to accounting for your losses. Attorney Jay Blass Cohen calculates your losses early in your partnership and continues updating that total as more bills come in, and your prognosis is known. That way, he understands what constitutes a fair settlement offer from the insurer.
Remember: once you sign a waiver of liability, your case ends, and you can’t ask for more money. Don’t let this happen. Blass Law is on your side to seek the compensation you deserve for your losses.
Refuse to Give a Recorded Statement
The claims adjuster may ask for a recorded statement so they can “cherry-pick” your statements and use your words against you. When you have a Houston car accident lawyer on your side, and the insurer asks for a recorded statement, say: “Talk to my attorney.” Jay can give the insurer the information it needs to process your claim in good faith.
Take Photos of Your Injuries
Imagine that your case has ended up in court. Your lawyer tells the jury you suffered a “concomitant traumatic brain injury (TBI) with dental avulsions.” This description would go over most people’s heads. Yet, showing pictures of broken or missing teeth, unfocused eyes, and apparent signs of a brain injury could hit home. You want to show the other party the severity of your condition to secure a fair settlement. So, you should take pictures of any external injuries you have throughout your recovery period. Capture photos of bruises, lacerations, and any other conditions.
These are just some post-accident considerations following your collision in Houston. When you connect with our firm and start a case review, we can explain what other measures could bolster your claim’s outcome.
Questions Our Houston Car Accident Attorney Often Gets
Jay’s been advocating for injured people since 2009. In that time, he’s come to realize that clients come to him again and again with similar questions. Some of those inquiries include:
What Happens if the Other Party Accuses Me of Causing the Accident?
Even if it’s obvious that another party caused your accident, they still may accuse you of causing the crash. As long as you didn’t cause most of the collision, you can still seek damages. Yet, this can affect how much you can recover. For instance, if you’re found to have caused 20 percent of the accident, you could only recover 80 percent of your damages award.
This is where Attorney Jay Blass Cohen comes in. He uses his experience handling both criminal and personal injury cases to defend you from unfair allegations of fault and negligence. He intends to hold the negligent party fully accountable for your losses, and that involves combating baseless accusations.
How Much Financial Compensation Can I Get for Pain and Suffering?
Like your other collision-related damages, how much you can recover for pain and suffering depends on your situation. We evaluate your quality of life, condition’s severity, and financial losses to learn what you need.
What Injuries Let Me Seek Damages?
If you suffered a serious or catastrophic injury in a Houston car accident, we want to learn your story and advocate for what you need. We’ve recovered compensation for people suffering from:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Lacerations and avulsions
- Compound fractures
- Spinal cord trauma
- Lacerations involving muscle tissue
- Torn ligaments
Get Legal Advocacy From Our Houston-Native Attorney
There are few lawyers in Houston County that have reputations like Jay Blass Cohen. He’s committed to offering comprehensive advocacy in your time of need. Don’t deal with the frustrating complexities of the claims process alone. Instead, take this time to recover and entrust your case to Blass Law. Call now to begin your initial consultation.