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Each year, thousands of Texans get injured in accidents that occur due to negligence or wrongful conduct on the part of others.

When you file an insurance claim, you expect the insurance company to act in good faith and handle your claim fairly. However, it is not uncommon for insurance companies to use bad faith tactics when responding to, investigating, and handling claims.

Being injured as the result of a car accident can be a traumatizing experience. Not only do you have to take care of your emotional and physical needs, but you also have to deal with claims adjusters who’ll try to get you to settle for less than you deserve.

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be stressful, even overwhelming. On top of all the fear that you’re feeling in the aftermath of the crash, you may receive a phone call from an insurance adjuster asking you about the accident and your injuries.

Even if you aren’t sure you are injured, there are many reasons you should seek medical treatment after a car accident. Call The Law Office of Steve Brannan.

If you’ve been injured on the job, you’ve likely been receiving workers’ compensation. You may not be aware of the option of a third-party claim. Because workers’ compensation payouts tend to be low (in 2020, the state of California paid out only $1.56 per $100 of payroll), your compensation likely won’t cover all the costs associated with your injury, leaving you to pick up the balance.

Pedestrians are supposed to have the right of way in any traffic situation. Unfortunately, some drivers fail to abide by these rules, which can result in significant injuries or even death for the pedestrian. The victims of pedestrian accidents often face a long, grueling road to recovery and face not only physical burdens but financial and emotional burdens as well.

Whether you operate a commercial vehicle and were involved in an accident, or have been in a collision with a tractor-trailer, it is important to choose a lawyer you can count on. These types of incidents often come with their own set of circumstances that make them more complicated than other vehicle accidents.

After a car accident, it’s understandable to feel confused and overwhelmed. However, it is also important to act quickly to ensure your claims are properly handled. If you have recently been involved in a car accident and need to hire an auto accident attorney, contact The Law Office of Steve Brannan.

In 2019, pedestrian accidents in the United States reached a 30-year high, at over 6,500, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you most likely have legal grounds to sue the negligent motorist.