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Common Favor Accidents
Favor delivery drivers use their own personal vehicles for Favor deliveries. Favor classifies personal vehicles as cars, trucks, bicycles, and scooters. As most of the over 40,000 Favor runners use cars and trucks in order to expedite deliveries, they can do a lot of damage if they are not careful on the roadways.
Some of the most common Favor deliveries are:
Car and Truck Accidents
Car accidents with Favor delivery runners are commonly caused by Favor delivery runners not being careful while driving. This makes sense, as they are operating on a short time frame. Delivery runners can maximize their tips and income by making the most deliveries in the shortest period of time.
As Favor wants to make as many deliveries as possible all over Texas, and Favor delivery drivers seek the highest income from making as many deliveries as possible per hour, many Favor delivery drivers may be giving less than full attention to roadway safety.
Unsafe and rushed driving habits are signs of driver negligence, which generally means driving unreasonably, and would tend to legally signal that the Favor driver is at fault for your injuries. The Favor delivery driver, and possibly Favor itself, may be liable for any injuries caused by the Favor delivery driver.
By the Favor driver speeding, not paying full attention, or disobeying any traffic laws – such as running a stop sign or performing an improper lane change – they are acting unreasonably and may be liable to you in damages.
If a Favor delivery driver caused a car accident and injured you, you may be entitled to significant compensation from the Favor driver and potentially against Favor for encouraging unsafe driving by time pressuring their drivers.
Roadway Congestion
As some Favor delivery personnel operate on bicycles and scooters, they may cause an accident by running into a pedestrian or causing a car or truck to swerve, getting into an accident. Thus, if a Favor delivery “runner” has caused you to be injured, both the Favor deliverer and Favor company may be liable for your injuries.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
Typically, if an injured person tries to attain an insurance settlement without the help of an attorney, the insurance company may try to find legal exceptions to paying or may try to pay out significantly less than they are able. In many cases, the insurance company will wrongly claim your fault for the accident through statements gained without attorney advisement. It is advisable to not make any direct statements to the insurance company, but instead, refer them to your experienced accident attorney for any correspondence.
Thus, it is very important to have an experienced attorney fighting on your behalf with the other parties, in court, and with all applicable insurance companies. An attorney can communicate on your behalf so that insurance companies know you are serious about your compensation, and your attorney, in many cases, may seek greater compensation than the insurance company’s initial offer.
Damages A Lawyer May Seek
An experienced attorney knows what evidence to use in order to seek various damages that may increase your potential compensation. These include tangible losses such as property damage, medical bills associated with the treatment of your injuries, future lost wages, disability, as well as “intangible” damages such as pain and suffering.
Pain and suffering can include the actual pain experienced during medical treatments and surgeries incurred as a result of the Favor accident, as well as emotional trauma, anxiety, depression, and fear caused by the accident. Some accident victims find it more difficult to drive at ease after a roadway incident, and this difficulty and anxiety may be quantified into monetary damages by your attorney.
An attorney with experience handling similar cases can know which parties to sue, including not just the Favor driver, but also the Favor corporate company, expanding your potential sources of compensation. Further, an attorney can conduct an in-depth investigation to acquire evidence that can help prove the suspected fault of Favor and the Favor driver, as well as to help prove your damages to the court and insurance companies.
What to Do After a Favor Accident
1. Document the scene of the accident
Take note of any details in order to preserve crucial evidence useful in proving Favor’s fault and demonstrating the full extent of your injuries. If you require any medical attention at a hospital as a result of the accident, the associated costs for these treatments can be sought from the at fault party by your lawyer. This is highly important, as medical costs can be astronomical, and sometimes future medical costs and treatments may be necessary for your recovery.
2. Contact An Attorney
An attorney who has handled similar cases can help you learn your rights, legal deadlines, and can communicate on your behalf with all applicable parties and the court. Further, your attorney can conduct in-depth investigations to secure all possible evidence necessary in seeking your highest compensation from the other parties.
Filing a Claim
Your attorney can take care of all the steps in filing your claim. This includes educating you of your legal rights, conducting in-depth investigations and discovery of evidence about the accident, which are crucial in order to acquire evidence of the other parties’ suspected fault and the extent of your damages and injuries.
Your attorney can also help ensure compliance with any applicable legal time limits and can negotiate with all applicable insurance companies, as well as communicate and advocate on your behalf with the other parties and the court.
It is highly important after an accident to focus on rest, recovery and regaining your life back. Thus, your attorney, by doing all of the legal work on your behalf, can allow you to focus on your recovery while they seek your maximum compensation.
Some cases may result in settlements with insurance companies and the other parties, whom, seeing the evidence your attorney captures, may want to avoid a loss at trial or extended legal costs.
In other cases, your attorney may be able to seek your greatest compensation by taking your case to trial and showing your damages to a jury. Whether they go to trial or not, attorneys work in your best interests to seek maximum compensation.
Compensation
For personal injury cases in Texas, a victim may seek various damages from the at-fault party. These include tangible losses such as:
Medical bills, costs, and treatments
Lost wages
Property damages
An experienced attorney may also seek intangible losses for you, which are called pain and suffering damages. These include any physical pain incurred during medical treatments and surgeries, as well as emotional and psychological damages such as anxiety, fear, and depression caused by the accident.
Your attorney may not only seek losses you have incurred leading up to the time of the claim but can also seek future damages such as necessary future medical costs and enduring emotional trauma.
Thus, an experienced accident lawyer can seek your greatest compensation.
Legal Time Limits
Texas has a statute of limitations, a legal time limit, for bringing accident injury cases. If you or a loved one have been personally injured by a Favor delivery driver, you will generally have two years from the time of the accident to bring an injury claim against Favor and their driver. Your attorney can advise you about the time limit and work on filing your claim within the legal time limit.
The relatively short legal time limit in Texas makes it imperative to seek an experienced attorney as quickly as possible after the accident.
OUR EXPERIENCED DELIVERY DRIVER ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS CAN HELP!
While many people in Texas seek the convenience of quick merchandise delivery from Favor, this should not excuse Favor delivery drivers from driving safely and cautiously.
Therefore, if you have been injured by a Favor delivery driver, you may be entitled to seek compensation. Zinda Law Group can help advise you of your rights and can fight to seek your maximum compensation.
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CALL A ZINDA LAW GROUP FIRE INJURY LAWYER (800) 863-5312 TODAY TO DISCUSS YOUR UNIQUE fire injury lawsuit
An industrial accident is an accident that occurs in a workplace, causing personal injury to one or more employees. Industrial accidents may be caused by equipment rollovers, defective gear, fires, or more. Burn injuries caused by industrial fire accidents can be quite severe, leading to trauma, expensive medical bills, or even death.
If you have been involved in an accident and subsequently suffered burn injuries, contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Zinda Law Group attorneys have the knowledge and ability necessary to investigate your case, determine who was at fault, and negotiate on your behalf to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Call (800) 863-5312 to speak with a Zinda Law Group personal injury lawyer today for your 100% free consultation.
harris county industrial fire
Industrial fires can be extremely dangerous, leading to serious injury, or even death. One example includes the fire at an east Harris County industrial facility, K-Solv, on April 7, 2021. The fire sent large plumes of black smoke into the air, forcing a shelter-in-place order for two nearby neighborhoods, Lakeside Park Estates and Lakeview Homes.
According to K-Solv, the fire began during a drum transfer operation. This is the process of transferring a certain product from a drum into a smaller container. Although K-Solv proceeded to post a tweet to report that all employees were, fortunately, accounted for, one employee was taken to the hospital due to a respiratory irritation.
The fire at K-Solv occurred approximately 2 miles away from the Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) Deer Park petrochemical facility fire that burned for several days in 2019. The ITC fire was found to have been caused by a failure within the manifold power frame of a tank. The fire, which started on Sunday, March 17, 2019, blazed on for days, with investigators unable to step into the “hot zone” until April 9, 2019.
Due to the magnitude of the ITC fire, Harris County made significant investments and changed policies on how to respond to these types of incidents. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo stated that, during the ITC fire, the county “scrambled” to bring contractors in to monitor the air quality. Judge Hidalgo went on to explain that the county had since been prepared in case of another industrial fire incident.
The air quality in Harris County has been monitored and there has not been any reports of elevated levels of contamination that would be a concern to the health of the residents. Although K-Solv believes all runoff has been contained, the water will also be tested.
Unfortunately, even if a company takes all proper precautions, industrial accidents may still occur. These accidents may cause severe burns, resulting in painful and traumatizing injuries to the victims. Zinda Law Group burn injury lawyers have extensive experience in dealing with burn injuries and industrial accidents. Contact us today to discuss your unique case.
degrees of burn injuries
Burns are typically grouped into four different categories based on how deeply the skin has been harmed. These categories are referred to as “degrees.” Some of the more minor degrees of burns may be treated at home, while more serious burns may cause long lasting damage to your skin, muscles, and bones. In serious instances, you may require long-term medical care. The four different degrees of burns are described in more detail, below:
First-Degree Burns
The least severe type of burn is a first-degree burn. These kinds of burns only affect the outer layer of your skin. Your skin may be red and painful, but there should not be any blisters. Long term damage with first-degree burns is rare. One example of these type of burns includes a sunburn.
Second-Degree Burns
Second-degree burns cause damage to both the outer layer of skin and the layer of skin underneath, which is referred to as the “dermis.” Your skin will be bright red, swollen, and may look shiny or wet. There will likely be blisters, and the burn will hurt to the touch. There are two different kinds of second-degree burns:
Superficial, Second-Degree Burns: If you have suffered from a superficial, second-degree burn, only part of your dermis has been damaged. There will likely not be scarring.
Deep, Partial-Thickness Burns: A deep, partial-thickness burn is more serious than a superficial, second-degree burn. This kind of burn may leave scarring or may cause a permanent change in the color of your skin.
Third-Degree Burns
Third-degree burns are also referred to as “full-thickness” burns. This kind of burn destroys two full layers of your skin. Further, your skin may appear black, brown, white, or yellow. Third-degree burns may not hurt, as the severity of the burn will damage your nerve endings.
Fourth-Degree Burns
Fourth-degree burns are the deepest and most severe kind of burn. These burns are potentially life-threatening and can destroy all layers of your skin, bones, muscles, and tendons. Sometimes, a lower degree burn will continue to spread and may ultimately result in a fourth-degree burn.
If you have been burned and suspect the burn is a second-degree burn or worse, it is important to follow up with a medical professional. Burns may lead to serious complications, including infection and bone and joint issues. After seeking medical attention, contact an experienced burn injury lawyer to discuss your case. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries, including your medical bills and related costs.
what compensation may i be entitled to?
If you have been involved in an industrial accident and suffered injury, you may be entitled to compensation. The amount of compensation you may receive is dependent upon many factors, such as the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, and whether or not you will need future medical care. There are three main kinds of compensation, or “damages,” that you may be eligible to receive:
Economic Damages
Economic damages are also referred to as “specific” damages. These kinds of damages are designed to compensate the victim for their actual, measurable losses. Economic damages may be calculated by adding up the victim’s out-of-pocket expenses, such as hospital bills, pharmaceutical costs, property damage receipts, and other related bills or costs. Examples of economic damages include, but are not limited to:
Lost earnings
Lost business opportunities
Future medical care
Damage to your property
Household services
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages are also known as “general” damages. Non-economic damages are less concrete when compared to economic damages and are not as easily determined by adding up bills and receipts. Further, non-economic damages are generally subjective and evaluated by the jury. Examples of non-economic damages may include:
Pain and suffering
Emotional anguish
Loss of enjoyment of activities
Loss of consortium
Damage to your reputation
Punitive Damages
The last kind of damages are referred to as “punitive damages.” Punitive damages are relatively uncommon and should not be expected in every case. These damages are typically only given in cases of willful misconduct and are meant to punish the wrongdoer, not to compensate the victim for their out-of-pocket losses or emotional distress. Punitive damages are typically awarded at the court’s discretion.
If you have suffered injury due to an industrial accident, you may be entitled to compensation. If you find yourself asking: “Is there a lawyer near me?” you should contact our team today. We have offices across the state of Texas and are available to our clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Zinda Law Group personal injury attorneys have the experience and ability necessary to help investigate your case, fight on your behalf, and get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Recovering from injuries sustained in a fire at your industrial workplace and pursuing compensation for those injuries should not be made more difficult with you being forced to handle all of the steps in filing a personal injury claim by yourself. Our team is here for you and your family during this difficult time.
contact one of our knowledgeable and experienced zinda law group attorneys today to discuss your unique case
If you have suffered burn injuries as a result of an industrial accident, we may be able to help. Our experienced fire injury lawyers work hard to protect the rights of each one of our clients. We fight aggressively on behalf of our clients to seek the highest amount of compensation available. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve justice by holding the responsible party accountable for your injuries.
At Zinda Law Group, we believe that accident victims should not have to worry about being able to afford top quality legal representation on top of medical bills and related costs. That is why our clients do not pay us anything unless we are successful in winning their fire injury case. That is our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.
Contact a Zinda Law Group accident lawyer today at (800) 863-5312 for your 100% free consultation. Our knowledgeable attorneys are here to help walk you through each step of the legal process and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to discuss any questions you may have regarding your burn injury case.
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