Personal Injury Litigation
Our attorneys are well-known throughout the world for their advocacy and legal prowess. We believe that victims of negligence deserve the same level of legal representation that insurance companies benefit from. To that end, we provide victims of negligence with skilled, personalized representation in personal injury cases with no fees unless they recover damages.
The Lanier Law Firm represents people who have been injured because of the negligence of others. Our attorneys are well-known throughout the world for their advocacy and legal prowess. We believe that victims of negligence deserve the same level of legal representation that insurance companies benefit from. To that end, we provide victims of negligence with skilled, personalized representation with no fees unless they recover damages.
What Qualifies as a Personal Injury?
Personal injury law covers injuries that occur because of another party’s negligence. Negligence is established by proving the following:
- The defendant owed the plaintiff a duty of care.
- The defendant breached that duty.
- The plaintiff suffered an injury.
- The breach is the proximate cause of the injury.
Types of Cases We Handle
We handle a variety of case types and focus on maximizing your compensation. You should not have to face financial ruin because someone else carelessly and thoughtlessly injured you.
Truck Collisions
Truck collisions cause devastating injuries that lead to lifelong pain and disability. Receiving compensation for these injuries can be complex. Liability for the accident may rest with the driver, the trucking company, a manufacturer, other third parties or a combination thereof.
The trucking industry is big business, and trucking companies and their insurance carriers fight hard against paying compensation. If these companies refuse to offer a fair settlement, our truck accident lawyers will be prepared to provide world-class litigation on your behalf in court.
Construction Injuries
Construction is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. Of the 5,333 job fatalities in 2019, nearly 20 percent were construction workers. The most common construction accidents are as follows:
- Falls from heights
- Being struck by an object
- Electrocution
- Being stuck between or inside objects
Most construction injuries are covered by workers’ compensation, which covers medical treatment and provides partial wage replacement without having to prove the employer was at fault. Most states will not allow workers to sue their employers if workers’ compensation is available, but there are exceptions in some states.
Our construction accident lawyers can identify additional liable parties, such as manufacturers of defective equipment and premises owners.
Oil Rig Accidents
Oil rig accidents occur suddenly and often result in catastrophic injuries.
Oil rig accidents may be caused by:
- Fires
- Explosions
- Equipment failure
- Inadequate training
Injuries often occur offshore or in remote areas where help is not immediately available, increasing the damage. Most of these accidents are preventable. Workers’ compensation may apply, but the location and specific circumstances could affect an injured worker’s benefits. Our legal team includes experienced oil rig attorneys who are skilled in handling all types of oil rig accidents, including those that happen offshore.
Car Crashes
Car crashes are often avoidable. The Lanier Law Firm’s car accident lawyers provide detailed forensic analyses of our clients’ collisions to determine the exact causes and identify any potential third parties who could be liable.
Workplace Injuries
Most workplace injuries are covered by workers’ compensation, but there are exceptions. Most states require employers to carry workers’ compensation, but Texas does not. Our attorneys can help you file your workers’ compensation claim when applicable and help you maximize your compensation by identifying liable third parties.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when health care providers injure patients by failing to provide a reasonable standard of care.
Medical malpractice includes:
- Medication errors
- Surgical errors
- Anesthesia errors
- Diagnostic errors
- Delayed treatment
- Birth injuries
Our medical malpractice attorneys have the necessary legal and medical experience and resources to successfully stand up to the medical establishment on behalf of injured individuals.
Our Talented Personal Injuries Lawyers’ Case Results
The compensation available after a Houston industrial accident depends on the severity of the resulting injuries and whether the victim’s employer carries workers’ compensation insurance. Texas is the only state in the union that doesn’t mandate workers’ comp, and more than one in every four companies takes advantage by opting out of the state’s system.
If workers’ comp is available, you generally cannot sue your employer for your injuries. However, if the company doesn’t provide workers’ comp coverage, you can sue them directly for all available damages.
In addition, if a party other than your employer is responsible for your industrial accident, you can file a Texas personal injury lawsuit against them and seek compensation for your losses. Third parties that might be responsible include contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and equipment manufacturers.
Damages for which you can pursue compensation in an industrial accident lawsuit include the following:
- Economic damages, which are direct financial losses like medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and diminished future earning capacity
- Non-economic damages, which include intangible harms like pain and suffering, mental anguish, and emotional distress
- Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, which are awarded in rare cases involving gross negligence or intentional malice
If an industrial accident becomes fatal, the victim’s family can file a wrongful death lawsuit to recover damages like funeral costs, lost financial support, and loss of companionship.
Contact Our Personal Injury Law Firm for a Free Consultation
We have offices in Houston, New York City and Los Angeles and can accept cases throughout the country. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
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