Pleasanton, TX Personal Injury Law Firms & Lawyers

You may wish to hire a personal injury attorney. Most will give you a free initial consultation during which you can have your questions answered. Before talking with a lawyer you may wish to determine if the case is worth pursuing, or perhaps small claims court might be a good option. This will depend upon your physical injuries, your father's injuries and the other driver's money situation. If the responsible driver has insurance then you are more likely to gain more than you will spend by filing a lawsuit, however if there is no insurance then there may be no ability for the driver to pay for the damages. Keep in mind that in Colorado there is a three year statute of limitations for claims arising from a motor vehicle accident, you must file your lawsuit within three years of the accident or lose your right to do so. Other time limitations may apply.

Worker's compensation covers medical expenses and time out of work. You cannot sue your employer for negligence. If you have a permanent injury, you may be able to get a "schedule award" which is based on a formula depending on the extent of your disability.