Houston Personal Injury Lawyer

If you get injured, and it is someone else’s fault, you deserve to be compensated. Texas law allows for compensation, but you may have to file a suit against the person responsible for your injuries, or you could have a claim against more than one person. Perhaps you need to pursue a company or government entity; it depends on the circumstances of your case. Oftentimes, injuries are the result of a car accident or a slip and fall. While these are two of the most common types of personal injury cases, they are by no means the only types.. Regardless of the reason, you will need help from a skillful personal injury lawyer in Houston with McDonald Worley to get the compensation you deserve..

Some of the types of damages you may be seeking recovery for are:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Physical pain
• Mental anguish
• Disability
• Disfigurement

After an accident, you are probably scared. You may be nervous or anxious. If you have never been involved in a lawsuit, you probably have no idea what to do. After receiving proper medical treatment, you should contact a lawyer. Contact one of the personal injury lawyers in Houston at McDonald Worley at 877-721-3423 for a free consultation.. We are available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have. Not only is the consultation free, but our attorneys receive nothing unless you win your case.

How Much Will A Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?

Most people are either hesitant or won’t even bother to try and contact a lawyer after they have sustained a personal injury. They are normally under the impression that an attorney will cost them a lot of money. However, many of the personal injury attorneys based in Texas work on a contingency basis, which means you will only need to pay them once they have won your case. At this stage, the fee that you will be liable for will be based on a pre-agreed percentage, which is usually between 25% to 40%.

The fee range is also dependent on the amount of work that the lawyer has put into your case or if you accept a settlement from an insurance company before your case goes to trial. In these cases, you will likely owe the lawyer less than you would have if the case went before a judge or jury. This type of pay structure means that you will only need to pay your lawyer a fee if you receive a settlement. It will also mean that the lawyer is committed to your case, due to the fact that their pay will be dependent on the settlement amount they can get for you.

The consultation is FREE, and we don’t get paid unless your case is successful.

On the other hand, some attorneys work with different types of payment arrangements. These usually include either flat fees or hourly fees. These options might be preferable in certain cases, but most clients will be better served when they agree to a contingency fee.

Why Choose the Houston Personal Injury Attorneys at McDonald Worley?

McDonald Worley works hard to get you the money you deserve. We’ll present the strongest evidence in support of your claim for damages and will work with the insurance companies and attorneys for the other side to settle your case. We treat you like family. We understand that this is a scary and hard time for you. Let us handle the legal side of things so you can focus on your recovery. Give us a call so we can discuss your case.

• McDonald Worley prides itself on old-fashioned values.
• Our knowledgeable attorneys and staff are ready to review your case.
• Our attorneys at McDonald Worley are experienced in personal injury law..
• You pay nothing unless we win your case.

How Long Will It Take To Settle My Case?

Every case is unique and entirely different, which makes it difficult to predict an exact timeline. The most important aspect that you should have in mind when trying to estimate the duration of your case is your current state of health. The skilled Houston personal injury attorneys at McDonald Worley will always first focus on your health and recovery..

It is important to obtain the medical treatment and care that you need in order to successfully recover, but trying to go after a settlement during the process of recovery might lower your claim. Your lawyer will work with doctors and any other health-care providers to maintain records of every bill along with any other related medical costs.

After receiving your medical expenses and records, McDonald Worley will work on reviewing the available information. The review involves categorizing your damages and expenses. A personal injury lawyer in Houston will use medical records, which are formal documents that can be used in court as evidence, to prove the changes to your life due to the injuries you have sustained..

What Type Of Damages Can I Receive Compensation For In A Personal Injury Case?

Compensation mainly has to do with reimbursing you for the losses you have suffered because of the negligence of another person. If it was not for the careless actions of the other party, you would not have experienced such damages. Even though monetary compensation might not always be able to return your life to what it once was, it is intended to help you return to a life that is as normal as possible.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are a compensation type that is focused on reimbursing you for losses that are subjective. This is a loss that you are able to prove through verifiable means or documentation.

You will receive paperwork or invoices for medical treatments, doctors visits, medications, surgery, emergency care, hospitalizations, or any other medical service. You will also have receipts if you had to have your vehicle or other property repaired after your accident.

Additionally, if you are unable to return to work due to your injuries, you can use bank records and previous pay stubs to account for and verify the wages you have lost.

Non-Economic Damages

This compensation type is not as easy to claim or prove, although in most cases, you will go through a few hardships due to your injuries. Non-economic damages can include disfigurement, pain and suffering, scarring, emotional distress, physical impairment or disability, loss of quality of life, loss of consortium, or other losses that are not easily quantifiable. These losses cannot be proven through documentation, which is why other tactics are used to prove these damages.

Personal injury lawyers use specific strategies to establish non-economic damages when it comes to negotiations in court or with insurance providers..

We Handle a Variety of Personal Injury Accident Claims

Our firm handles all types of personal injury cases. We represent clients for accidents, slip and falls, and negligence. Regardless of how you were hurt, we will work hard to get you the compensation to which you are entitled. Every case is different and we understand this.

McDonald Worley will review your case and give you an idea of what it may be worth. If you retain our firm, we will present the strongest evidence in support of your claims. We will work tirelessly to settle your lawsuit so you don’t have to endure the pains of a trial. We handle a variety of personal injury cases, including:

Car Accidents

There are car accidents every day in the United States. In fact, it is estimated that over two million people a year are hurt in car accidents. Sometimes, accidents only involve one car. More often than not, however, there are two or more cars involved. Whatever the case may be don’t hesitate to contact one of the top car accident lawyers in Houston. Your accident could have been a rear-end collision or a head-on collision. You may have suffered minor injuries or very severe injuries. Some of the most common causes of car accidents are:

• drunk driving or driving while using drugs
• texting and driving
• speeding
• falling asleep at the wheel

Truck Accidents

About 480,000 commercial vehicles—including semi-trucks, box trucks, buses, and more—were involved in traffic crashes in one year. This is according to the US Claims Litigation Funding.

Tractor-trailers and other commercial vehicles are huge. They weigh much more than a car or SUV. Therefore, they cause a lot of damage. They can inflict substantial injuries. If you are hit by a commercial vehicle, call McDonald Worley. You will want the best representation to go up against the company’s insurer and corporate lawyers.

Uber Accidents

We’ve come to rely on rideshare companies more and more. When you get into an Uber, you’re entrusting that Uber driver with your life. You’re assuming that he’s going to drive carefully and keep you safe. If this doesn’t happen and you get into an Uber accident, you’re going to need an experienced Uber accident attorney. The Uber driver and the company should be held accountable for your injuries. Hopefully, your insurance claim against the Uber driver’s policy will cover your injuries. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to file a civil lawsuit. An experienced Uber accident attorney in Houston will make sure you’re compensated for your injuries.

Motorcycle Accidents

Texas is a popular state for motorcyclists. It has the third-largest number of registered motorcycles in all the United States.  People have a lot of fun riding motorcycles. They can be a lot cheaper than cars. A motorcycle also offers the freedom of the road. However, it can also be dangerous.

There is nothing between you and the elements when you’re driving a motorcycle. All you have to protect you is a helmet.  A lot of things can cause accidents on motorcycles. These include aggressive drivers, careless drivers, defective motorcycles and drivers who don’t respect the rights of cyclists. A lot of people involved in motorcycle accidents receive very serious injuries.. It is crucial that you seek medical treatment. Once you are treated and safe, call your lawyer. 

Bicycle Accidents

In this day and age of “going green”, a lot of people are opting to ride their bike to work. The problem is you are at risk on the road when on a bike. You are sharing the road with fast and aggressive drivers. Oftentimes, people in cars don’t see or fail to yield to people on bikes. You have to be extra careful when riding your bike on major roads or busy streets. If you are involved in a bicycle accident, you may suffer significant injuries. If a car driver doesn’t follow the traffic rules, they will be at fault.

Pedestrian Accidents

You would think you would be safe walking the city’s streets. However, pedestrian accidents are more common than you may think. You could get struck while crossing the street or have a car or bus go out of control and come up on the sidewalk. You could get hit by a bike or motorcycle. There is no end to the possible ways you could get hurt while on foot. There is nothing to protect you. You could get seriously hurt. Make sure that you contact a personal injury attorney to see if you have a claim against another party.

Wrongful Death

It’s difficult enough to lose a loved one. When this loss is caused by someone else, it’s devastating. You’ll be made and frustrated. You need to focus on grieving with your family. This is why it’s important that you rely on an experienced wrongful death attorney.

In California, you can file a wrongful death suit if your spouse or parent dies a wrongful death. You can receive compensation for both financial losses and pain and suffering. Although there is nothing your lawyer can do to bring your loved one back, he can work hard to get you the compensation your family deserves.

Brain Injuries

Brain injuries can be the most devastating type of injury you will ever suffer. Any time you suffer a serious blow to the head, you can suffer a brain injury. The worst type of injury is a traumatic brain injury. These are common in car accidents and falls. Thankfully, an experienced brain injury lawyer knows what it takes to get you compensation for your injuries.

The important thing when it comes to brain injuries is that you seek immediate medical treatment. If left untreated, they can be very dangerous – even deadly. Due to the nature and severity of brain injuries, you’ll be entitled to significant compensation.

Burn Injuries

A lot of car accident victims suffer from burn injuries. In fact, there are a lot of different actions that can result in burn injuries. Whenever you’re dealing with fire or chemical explosions, there’s always the chance that you can get burned.

Burn injuries are very painful. Depending on the degree, they can require long-term medical care. Some people never fully recover from their burn injuries. This is why our burn injury lawyers fight so hard to get their clients the compensation they deserve.

Some of the most common causes of burn injuries are car accidents, house fires, and scalding incidents. McDonald Worley’s burn injury lawyers can handle all these types of cases.

Nursing Home Neglect Attorney

More people are placing their loved ones into nursing homes today. We know we aren’t equipped to take care of them. We want to make sure they’re somewhere safe and clean. What do we do when we find out that our loved ones are actually being abused?

Nursing home abuse is rare but it does happen. Your loved one could be the subject of physical, mental or emotional abuse. It could be at the hands of nursing home staff or even another resident.

If your loved one is the victim of nursing home abuse, he’s entitled to compensation. An experienced Houston nursing home neglect attorney can help make this happen.

Premises Liability

Some personal injury cases have nothing to do with car accidents. They have to do with everyday accidents. You could fall or get struck by an instrument. You could be the victim of a malfunctioning piece of equipment or get bitten by a dog at a friend or neighbor’s house.

Property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe. If they don’t, they are going to be responsible for any injuries that ensue as a result of their negligence. Hopefully, your injuries won’t be as bad as they would be in a car accident. However, this is not always the case. Some premises liability cases are the result of:

• equipment failure
• falls on ice or snow
• debris or holes in the pavement
• dog bites
• cuts from faulty store signs

If you are involved in any incidents such as these, you want to call McDonald Worley for a free consultation.

Other Types of Personal Injury Claims

Nursing Home Abuse

Elder abuse is becoming more and more common these days. People are living longer, so more people are living in places such as nursing homes, retirement communities, long-term care facilities, and assisted-living facilities.

Senior citizens and other residents get hurt all the time. Sometimes it is the result of negligence. Sometimes it is intentional. Residents even hurt each other. There is a rising number of elder abuse lawsuits against nursing homes. There are government agencies who refer cases like this to law firms to represent the injured party. Family members may notice injuries to their loved ones and call an attorney.

Hospitals and other facilities do not want their reputation soiled by any lawsuits. Therefore, they are usually willing to settle these cases out of court. Call our office to discuss your case. We will do our best to get your loved one the compensation they deserve.

Dangerous Drugs

Pharmaceutical companies are bigger now than ever before. New drugs come on the market every day. There may not be the kind of testing needed to ensure these drugs are safe. You can tell from commercials for medications – they have about two dozen disclaimers at the end. It has become a scary business.

If you or a loved one are injured as a result of taking medication, you need to seek legal representation. Do it right away. If you wait too long, it may be hard or impossible to prove the injuries resulted from the drugs.

Defective Products

Unfortunately, many people are hurt by defective products. Sometimes the victims are children. Companies do not purposely put out dangerous products. They cannot stay in business if that is their practice. However, mistakes are made. Things happen. A product that is safe 99 times out of 100 may hurt you.

Other times, the manufacturer simply doesn’t put adequate safety warnings on their products. These warnings are not a total defense to a lawsuit. But they do at least put the user on notice that the product could be dangerous.

It takes an experienced personal injury attorney to handle a product liability case.. Call McDonald Worley for a free consultation.

Mesothelioma Claims

Some jobs are more dangerous than others. These jobs normally pay more than other jobs. However, the higher pay does not absolve the company of all liability.

There are a few industries that have become repeat defenders when it comes to mesothelioma. This is a sort of cancer associated with asbestos. For many years, scientists weren’t even aware that asbestos caused cancer. Once they became aware, it was too late to protect many people. Mesothelioma is a terrible sort of cancer with an almost certain prognosis of death. Some of the employees who carry this risk are:

• firefighters
• construction workers
• industrial workers
• power plant workers
• shipyard workers.

You or a family member may have been exposed to asbestos. You may have been diagnosed with mesothelioma. Contact one of our attorneys at McDonald Worley to discuss a possible claim.

Common Types of Personal Injuries

The types of accidents we discussed here can cause all sorts of injuries. The attorneys at McDonald Worley have handled every type of case, including:

• head injuries and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• spinal cord injuries
• burn injuries
• back injuries
• neck injuries
• internal injuries
• facial disfigurement

Remember, even minor injuries can cause lifelong problems. You deserve compensation for your injuries. We work hard to get you the money you deserve. We will try to settle the matter with your insurance company. That way, you don’t have to go through the trouble of a lawsuit. Having an attorney by your side will make the process much less painful.

If you have suffered more severe injuries, you need an attorney even more. Attorneys know how to present the evidence in the best way to prove your losses. We have decades of experience in fighting for our clients and will get you compensation for the money you have lost and for future losses. We will take the stress off of you so you can focus on recovering.

Your Rights as an Accident Victim

Part of life is that accidents happen. Sometimes it is your fault. Sometimes it’s someone else’s fault. In either case, you want an attorney by your side to make sure your rights are protected.

Someone who gets hurt can legally hold the other person responsible. They will be liable for damages suffered. They will have to pay for any injuries or damages sustained. The first thing you need to do is have an experienced personal injury lawyer in Houston review your case.

Your attorney may need to hire experts to prove your case. He will have to get witness statements. You may have to testify. However, attorneys work hard to settle cases so a trial is not needed.

You may wonder who the defendant could be in a personal injury case.  They include:

Individuals

• Drunk or aggressive drivers
• Negligent commercial drivers
• Doctors in a medical malpractice case
• Property owners

Corporations which:

• Sell defective items
• Manufacture dangerous drugs
• Maintain unsafe construction site
• Hire negligent employees

Government entities

Sometimes, the defendant is a government entity or agency. This includes cases where accidents or injuries result from:

• dangerous roads
• public schools
• city streets
• police brutality

Contact a Houston Personal Injury Lawyer

If you are hurt in an accident, the first thing you need to do is seek medical treatment. The next thing you should do is call a personal injury attorney. The lawyers at McDonald Worley are available 24 hours a day to take your call. We offer a free consultation. We will review your case and look at your injuries and will give you an idea of what we think your case is worth. Check out our Google local business profile for more information. Remember, you pay nothing unless we win your case!

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Driving Directions

Our Houston Office is located on 1770 Saint James Place. It is situated between San Felipe St and Saint James Place. Our office is located minutes away from Grady Park, Weatherford International, and Boynton Plastic Surgery Clinic. We serve the Houston Area including West Oaks, Tanglewood, St. George Place, River Oaks, Springs Branch East and Gulfton.

Coming from Pasadena, TX: Get on TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. Head north on Main St toward Hawthorne. Turn left onto Pasadena Freeway Frontage Rd. Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. Take I-610 W to W Loop S in Houston. Take exit 9from I-610 W. Merge onto TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. Take the exit on the left onto I-610 W. Take exit 9 toward San Felipe Rd/Post Oak Blvd. Take San Felipe St to Saint James Place. Merge onto W Loop S. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto San Felipe St. Turn left onto Saint James Place and McDonald Worley PC will be on the right.

Coming from Westfield, TX: Head west on W Hardy Rd toward Humble Westfield Rd. Turn left then make another left at the 1st cross street. Follow Hardy Toll Rd and I-610 W to W Loop S in Houston. Take exit 10B from I-610 S. Merge onto Hardy Toll Rd. Take the exit toward I-610 W. Keep right, follow signs for I-610 W and merge onto I-610 W. Continue straight onto I-610 S. Take exit 10B toward Woodway Dr/Memorial Dr. Take Woodway Dr and Sage Rd to Saint James Place. Merge onto W Loop S. Turn right onto Woodway Dr. Turn left onto Sage Rd. Turn right onto San Felipe St. Turn left onto Saint James Place and McDonald Worley PC will be on the right.

Coming from Pattison, TX: Get on I-10 E in Brookshire from Farm to Market 359 S. Head southeast on Farm to Market 359 S/2nd St toward Avenue E. Continue to follow Farm to Market 359 S. Turn left onto S Front St. Turn right onto Waller Ave. Turn left to merge onto I-10 E. Follow I-10 E to Interstate 10 Frontage Rd E in Hunters Creek Village. Take exit 761 from I-10 E. Merge onto I-10 E. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-10 E. Take exit 761 toward Wirt Rd/Chimney Rock Rd/Antoine Dr. Take Chimney Rock Rd to Saint James Place in Houston. Merge onto Interstate 10 Frontage Rd E. Turn right onto Chimney Rock Rd. Turn left onto San Felipe St. Turn right onto Saint James Place and  McDonald Worley PC will be on the right.