Do I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer to Sue the City of Houston*?

When you are injured in an accident that the city is responsible for, you can file a personal injury claim against the city. If you are going to file a claim you should always talk with a personal injury attorney that has experience filing claims against the city.

This is because the process of filing a personal injury claim against the city can be tricky. A personal injury attorney in thr area can be a great help in getting your claim filed successfully.

What Types of Accidents is the City Liable For?

There are lots of different situations where you could be injured in an accident that the city is liable for. If you are driving and you are hit by a METRO bus while you are driving because the bus driver was negligent you can file a claim against the city for your injuries and damages to your vehicle.

If you are on city owned property and you slip and fall or are injured because the building grounds haven’t been kept up you can file a personal injury claim. Or if you have an accident because the roads are damaged or there are potholes that cause your car to blow a tire and you are injured in that accident you can file a personal injury claim.

Filing a Personal Injury Claim Against the City?

If you are injured in an accident that is the city’s fault and you want to file a personal injury claim under Texas law you have two years from the date to accident to file a claim. So if you were injured some time ago and you thought that you couldn’t file a claim you may still be able to file a personal injury claim for damages.

It’s best to file a personal injury claim as quickly as possible after an accident but if you were injured and never filed a claim as long as it’s within the two year statute of limitations you can still file a personal injury claim. Talk to a local personal injury attorney to find out if you can still file a personal injury claim.

How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You

A personal injury attorney can help you navigate the complicated process of filing a personal injury claim against the city. Working with a personal injury attorney is the best way to make sure that your claim is complete and has all the documentation necessary to prove your claim.

When you file a claim you should may want help from a personal injury attorney so that you can be sure your claim was filed properly and within the time frame allowed. That will give you a much higher chance of getting your claim approved. To consult with an attorney, complete the Free Case Evaluation on this page.

*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against the city of Houston, or the state government of Texas, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.

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