Odessa Car Accident Lawyer

At Hilliard Law, we fight for the maximum compensation you deserve for the losses you have sustained due to someone else’s actions. We handle every detail of your claim, including conducting investigations into the accident, obtaining the valuable testimony of field experts, gathering evidence, and building a solid case on your behalf.

Sustaining injuries as the result of a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence may be devastating, especially when you incur financial losses as well as physical harm. Working with an experienced Odessa lawyer can help you through the process of recovering compensation for medical bills, lost wages, property damage and emotional suffering you have experienced.

At Hilliard Law, our team of experienced car accident lawyers has over 30 years of experience fighting for justice for car accident victims. Recognized nationally and internationally, we have recovered multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, going up against negligent individuals and companies of all sizes.

How the Odessa Car Accident Lawyers at Hilliard Law Can Help Your Claim

A car accident may significantly change your life in an instant. At Hilliard Law, we take the time to understand your story and fight on your behalf with power and persuasion for the compensation you deserve. Our experienced and tenacious Odessa car accident legal team is well-versed in Texas car accident laws and will work to achieve the most favorable outcome on your behalf.  We will diligently build a solid case that is personal to you – detailing exactly what happened and how your accident affected your life.

We have earned the following accolades and experience that reflect our tireless dedication to our clients:

• Record settlement with General Motors for defective ignition switches; $575 million
• Cell Phone Distracted Driving Verdict against Coca-Cola: $21.5 million
• Verdict against Toyota for a sudden acceleration defect; $10.9 million
• 30+ years of experience fighting for justice for vehicle accident victims
• Award-winning car accident legal team, ready to fight for the most favorable outcome for you

We offer a no-cost consultation to determine the best course of action for your Odessa car accident claim and offer knowledgeable legal guidance on how to build a strategic case.  Hilliard Law has a track record of success navigating the legal complexities of car accident cases and is ready to fight for the justice you deserve.

How to Prove Car Accident Negligence in Odessa

When pursuing a claim for damages against a negligent driver, you must show the driver was responsible for causing your injuries.  To build a successful case, you must demonstrate the elements of negligence by providing evidence of the following:

• The Negligent Driver Owed You a Reasonable Duty of Care: To determine that the other driver is liable for the car accident, you must first establish that they owed you a reasonable duty of care. For example, drivers have a duty of care to keep other drivers safe when sharing the road. This includes following all driving laws and regulations, including adhering to safe driving practices and acting with prudence. If a reasonably prudent driver would not have acted similarly, then that may indicate a breach of duty.
• The Negligent Driver Breached a Reasonable Duty of Care: A breach of that duty occurs if the driver acts in a way that differs from how a reasonably prudent driver would act under the circumstances. For instance, if the driver was speeding, texting, violating traffic laws, or impaired in any way, then they are breaching their duty.
• The Breach of Reasonable Duty of Care Caused the Car Accident: In addition to establishing a breach of duty of care, you must also prove that their breach directly caused your accident. This means that the liable driver’s negligence actually led to your accident.  If the driver was negligent, but did not cause your accident, the driver will not be held responsible for your injuries.
• You Suffered Significant Damages: It is not sufficient to prove that the negligent actions of the other driver caused your accident; you must also prove that you have suffered significant damages due to their actions. This may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damages, or other economic and non-economic damages.

Damages Recoverable in a Successful Car Accident Claim

Upon proving the elements of negligence in your car accident claim, you may be eligible to recover economic and non-economic damages for the losses you have sustained as a result of the liable driver’s actions.

Damages you may recover include:

• Medical expenses
• Rehabilitation costs
• Medication management
• Assisted care
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disability
• Disfigurement and scarring
• Property damages

At Hilliard Law we fight for the maximum compensation you deserve for the losses you have sustained due to someone else’s actions. We handle every detail of your claim, including conducting investigations into the accident, obtaining the valuable testimony of field experts, gathering evidence, and building a solid case on your behalf. We will aggressively litigate your case in court to obtain the recovery you are owed if we cannot settle out of court.

Call us at (361) 882-1612 or fill out our contact form.