Houston Injury Claims: FAQ

Common Questions in Personal Injury Cases

How do I choose an injury lawyer for my case?

Experience and results matter. At Kennedy Hodges, LLP, we have a reputation for achieving high value settlements in all types of injury cases. We are proud to have been named Super Lawyers, Houston's Top Lawyer & Professional on the fast track by H Texas magazine, and Galvin B. Kennedy and David W. Hodges are both board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in personal injury trial law. There is no substitute for experience and proven results.

How much could I get in a settlement?

Each case has unique circumstances and should be evaluated by a Houston personal injury lawyer from our firm as early as possible after the injury, illness or loss of life. With a careful documentation of every type of damage, you stand a much higher chance of getting the amount you deserve. If you try to manage this on your own, or are dealing directly with an insurance company, you are at a great disadvantage and may be offered a settlement far, far lower than our firm could recover for you. We can evaluate you case and advise you what to expect in a settlement, and how long we expect the process to take to finally resolve.

Are there time limits in filing a claim?

Under state law, the time in which to file a claim for personal injury is within 2 years from the date of the injury. In wrongful death claims, you are restricted to 2 years from the date of death. In both medical malpractice and product liability claims, you also have 2 years from the date of the injury. It is important that all evidence that could support your case is preserved, and it is advised that you contact our firm as soon as possible so nothing that could be significant to your claim is lost.

How is the attorney paid in a personal injury case?

If we don't win, you don't pay. Our personal commitment to our clients and their cases allows us to provide legal counsel based upon the final recovery we achieve on their behalf. We take a small percentage of the final settlement, which is usually far more than any individual could have expected to negotiate on their own. This arrangement allows you to engage our services without having to outlay cash when you are already in a difficult financial situation with medical bills and other obligations.

What if I am unable to come to the office?

We can come to you at home, at your office, or in the hospital or other treatment facility.

Contact a Houston injury attorney from Kennedy Hodges, LLP as early as possible after an injury.