Canadian Snowbirds Involved In Texas Car Accidents: Personal Injury Claims

Home of the famous professional sports teams, The Dallas Cowboys, Mavericks, the Houston Rockets, and NHL’s Texas Stars”,  Canadian and US Snowbirds love to head to Texas for the winter.  And who wouldn’t? With access to the Gulf of Mexico, and some of the most instances beautiful beaches in the world  – Texas is a place to see and be.

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While a rather long drive, manySnowbirds opt to drive.  This allows them the freedom of having a car over the winter. Driving such long distances though can unfortunately lead to serious car accidents.

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Texas Car Accident Statute of Limitations

If you are involved in a car accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle accident, or a pedestrian personal injury accident you need to bring an action in court within two years. The limitation can vary depending on the type of harm you suffered. For instance, actions against public employees or other government agencies must be brought within 6 months from the accident date.  If you do not bring an action within the specified time you can fine your action is statue barred.  Time is of the importance. 

Texas also has a very strict car accident law that you won’t find in most states. The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident must immediately report the accident to the local police, no matter how serious. If you do not do so, you can be precluded from bringing an action.  

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Texas is a Modified Comparative Negligence Jurisdiction.

The damages you may receive for a personal injury claim are directly related to how at fault you were in the accident. For instance, if you are partially responsible for the accident, your damages are reduced by a percentage equal to your share of the fault. If you are completely innocent, your damages won’t be reduced at all.

If you are found to be more than 50 percent at fault for the accident, you will recover no money.

Texas Car Insurance limits

Texas, requires the owner of a motor vehicle to have a minimum of $30,000 of coverage for injuries per person, up to a total of $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 of coverage for property damage. This is called 30/60/25 coverage.

Most American and Canadian snowbirds travel with their own personal car insurance policies that provide contractual protection such as PIP or statutory accident benefits, uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Don’t assume that you have all of these coverages automatically. It’s important to check you car policy.  With so many uninsured drivers in the USA it is imperative that you make sure you have as much coverage as possible. 

Snowbird Accidents understand the complexities of Texas cross-border accidents.

Accidents happen. The law of the state where the accident happened dictates the rights and remedies you have (Tort rights). In most states, you can sue (or be sued) for pain and suffering and any economic losses suffered. Furthermore, each state has different procedural rules as to when and how a claim can be made. You will need a lawyer/attorney in that state to provide legal advice.  Furthermore, the state or province where you purchased your car insurance determines your contractual claims such as PIP, SABs, and underinsured motorist coverages.

What Should You Do If You’re Involved in An Accident Outside Your Home Province or State?

• Your top priority is always the health and safety of you and your family. Be sure to seek out medical attention immediately.

• Make sure the police are contacted.

• If possible take a picture of the other drivers’ license, the car licence plate, and insurance of the other vehicle.

• Call your insurance company and report the accident.

• CONTACT THE SNOWBIRD HELPLINE AS SOON AS YOU ARE ABLE TO!

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Why You Need SNOWBIRD CAR ACCIDENT HELP FOR A Personal Injury CLAIM In Texas?   Cross-Border Accidents are complex! 

Cross-border car accidents are complicated. For 35 years, snowbird accidents has been assisting Canadian Snowbirds and US Snowbirds involved in car accidents and other personal injury accidents across North America.  Very few lawyers and attorneys understand the complexity of cross-border accidents. After a serious car accident, you will probably need a lawyer in the state where the accident occurred, and in your home province. It’s crucial that the lawyers work collaboratively to ensure your rights and remedies are properly protected. 

Snowbird Accidents has been helping seriously injured Canadian Snowbirds and US Snowbirds get the treatment and care they need to recover from their injuries and in addition fair compensation for their losses. We understand it is not only the injured party that may require assistance but also loved ones that face significant challenges.

Snowbird Accidents arrange for you to speak to some of the best personal injury attorneys in Texas who are familiar with cross-border accidents. They work collaboratively with other lawyers and attorneys in various states and provinces in order to protect you and your family’s legal rights and remedies.

Any personal injury law firm or personal injury attorney we recommend has shown they have extensive knowledge and expertise you can trust when faced with the challenge of a cross-border accident.  Contact the Snowbird Accidents Help line as soon as possible.

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