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Dedicated to Protecting You & Your Rights
When you or a loved one has been injured in any type of accident, the last thing you should be worried about is legal issues and financial compensation to pay for medical bills and lost wages. The attorneys at Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP are dedicated to protecting your rights and will handle all of the legal details so that you can focus on getting better.
You may be dealing with a lot in your life. Our aim is to relieve you from the responsibility of handling legal matters so that you can focus on your health and getting back to work. We have years of experience in helping injured clients recover compensation for their losses from insurance companies, employers, trucking companies, or anyone else who caused an accident and resulted in injury. Contact us today to get started on your personal injury case.
How Can We Help You?
Accidents
Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP specializes in representing people that have been injured or lost a loved one due to maritime accidents. Let us help you get the justice you deserve.
Accidents
If you have been injured in an automobile accident, our attorneys can help you understand your legal rights and guide you to a just recovery as soon as possible.
Accidents
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, our attorneys can help guide you to the settlement you deserve for your medical bills, out-of-pocket expenses, and pain and suffering damages.
Refinery
Accidents
If you have been injured in a work-related accident, we can help guide you through your legal rights and options for recovery.
Accidents
If you have been hit by a car while walking, call Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP for a free consultation with a Houston personal injury attorney.
Accidents
Bike accidents can be costly. We can help you recover from a bicycle accident. Call for a free consultation with one of our Houston personal injury lawyers today.
Accidents
If you have been injured at work, it is important to speak with an experienced Houston personal injury lawyer. Let us help guide you through this difficult time.
Accidents
ATV accidents can be just as bad, if not worse than motorcycle accidents. Call us today to speak with a Houston personal injury attorney for a free consultation.
Recall
Have you or a loved one been injured by defective drugs? Talk to our lawyers for free regarding your legal rights. You may be entitled to financial compensation.
Malpractice
Medical malpractice can result from a doctor's or dentist's failure to provide proper care during surgery and treatment. Let us get you the justice you deserve for any losses you have suffered.
Accidents
If you have been hurt in a multi-vehicle accident, it is important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. We can work to clear up the complexities of your injury case.
Accidents
Do you suspect you were injured due to someone else's negligence but they don't have workers' comp insurance? You may still be able to recover damages for your injuries with our help.
Liability
Dangerous or defective products can cause serious injuries. We can help you recover the financial compensation you deserve if you have been injured by a defective product.
Liability
If you have been injured in an accident on someone else's property, we can help guide you through your legal rights and options for recovery by filing for a premises liability claim.
Accidents
If you have been injured in a collision with a big rig, 18-wheeler, or semi-truck, our attorneys can help guide you to the settlement you deserve.
Accidents
Our attorneys can work to recover damages for you if you have been injured or lost a loved one in a bus accident. Let us help get the justice and recovery you deserve after a serious bus accident.
Accidents
Have you been hurt in an accident involving a motorcycle? Our Houston personal injury lawyers are dedicated to protecting your rights and recovering compensation for your injuries.
Why Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
You may be suffering much more than you need following a personal injury accident. By hiring a lawyer, you take away the stress of having to deal with insurance companies and other parties and you always have a strong legal advocate by your side.
Even though there may be a cap on how much in damages a personal injury claim can award in some cases, this does not mean it isn’t worth hiring a lawyer. We have had many successful settlements with our clients when they have been hurt by someone else’s negligence and you deserve the results you want as well. If you would like to know more about your rights or what we can do for you after an accident, please don’t hesitate to contact us today for a free consultation with one of our experienced personal injury lawyers.
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Are All Injury Lawyers the Same?
We are proud to say that the best personal injury lawyers will have a few qualities in common, including being well-versed in their areas of practice. All injury lawyers are expected to have extensive knowledge about personal injury law but what makes our firm’s advocates different is they also possess a superior understanding of insurance companies and how to make them see your side of things. Insurance companies try paying out as little as possible for your settlement so you need a strong legal representative who can fight for your rights and hold these insurance companies accountable when necessary.
As experienced personal injury lawyers, we know what it takes to get our clients great results on their cases because we understand how insurance companies work and all the steps necessary for achieving success with your claim. Let us help you hold people liable for their negligence and get the financial recovery you deserve.
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Should I File a Personal Injury Claim?
If you were injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, it is important for you to learn what rights and options are available to you. By hiring a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible, we can work on getting compensation for your injuries and help recover the damages you deserve based on the facts of your case.
Hiring a firm like ours will ensure that your best interests are always at heart and we will fight hard to see that justice is served. We can fight tirelessly to recover a fair settlement that recovers financial compensation for losses such as medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Your recovery can be made much easier by filing a personal injury claim with the help of our law firm. Put your trust in our legal team to help you get the results you deserve today.
Case Results
In March 2008, our client was employed as a deckhand in a shipyard. He suffered a head injury resulting in severe brain damage. The client's win allowed for a special needs trust, annuity purchase, trust for his minor child, and cash for his family.
While on stern of tug attempting to hook up a barge, the “L” line became tight, broke, hit our client, cut his leg off and broke his other leg. The Captain had positioned the boat too far down the side of the barge.
After rejecting the U.S. Attorney’s $20,000 top offer to settle, Schechter, Shaffer & Harris attorneys Jonathan S. Harris and Laura De La Cruz obtained a $2.9 million dollar judgment for Jose Acosta, an injured train locomotive engineer.
Our client suffered from a brain injury and multiple fractures to his leg, ribs and skull while working on board a ship.
In March 2008, our client was employed as a deckhand in a shipyard. He suffered a head injury resulting in severe brain damage. The client’s win allowed for a special needs trust, annuity purchase, trust for his minor child, and cash for his family.
While on stern of tug attempting to hook up a barge, the “L” line became tight, broke, hit our client, cut his leg off and broke his other leg. The Captain had positioned the boat too far down the side of the barge.
After rejecting the U.S. Attorney’s $20,000 top offer to settle, Schechter, Shaffer & Harris attorneys Jonathan S. Harris and Laura De La Cruz obtained a $2.9 million dollar judgment for Jose Acosta, an injured train locomotive engineer.
Our client suffered from a brain injury and multiple fractures to his leg, ribs and skull while working on board a ship.
What Goes Into a Personal Injury Case?
In many cases, no amount of money can ever undo the physical and emotional damage that is suffered by accident victims. This is why it is important for injury victims to attempt to recover their losses as much as possible.
If you were injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, there are steps that need to be taken right away. By hiring a lawyer, we can make sure your rights are always protected and work on getting you financial recovery through your claim. Your best interests will always be at heart when working with our law firm because we believe you deserve to get justice against those who hurt you. We investigate the circumstances surrounding your accident, gather the evidence needed to prove liability, negligence, and the extent of your injuries, and we negotiate on your behalf to get you the best injury settlement possible. If needed, we can also represent you in court to get your desired results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Personal injury claims are worth the time and effort involved, but it is important to remember that they can take a long time to be completed. An average personal injury case can take anywhere between a few months to over a year to settle. However, there are certain types of cases that will not take as long or will move faster than others.
The sooner you file the better. If you wait too long then your case could be barred by the statute of limitations, which is a set time limit for filing personal injury claims depending on where you live and the laws that govern it. Seek the help of an experienced injury lawyer to help guide you through the process.
The amount paid out depends on multiple factors such as how bad the victim's injuries were, whether they were permanent or temporary, and most importantly, how those injuries have impacted the victim's life. For instance, if you have missed lots of time from work, you may be entitled to more compensation to make up for lost wages.
There are many personal injury claims that settle out of court and avoid going to trial. However, it is recommended that you contact a reputable attorney for advice on this matter as each case will be different. If your injuries were significant enough and the insurance company isn't willing to settle fairly, a trial may be your best option.
First and foremost, get yourself checked out by an physician to advise you on your injuries. Then, collect all the necessary evidence and paperwork that could be used in court and retain any documentation from the accident scene. Lastly, contact a reputable attorney who has experience in injury claims for advice or representation moving forward.
You need to make sure you present all the necessary evidence and paperwork related to your claim and also make it clear how the accident has impacted your life. Make sure to account for any time that you have missed work due to your injuries and more. Having an injury lawyer can help you investigate your accident and use any evidence that is found.
Many personal injury cases end up requiring the services of a lawyer to represent you in court. These attorneys are trained professionals that know how to best present your case and maximize any settlement. In general, most victims will get more money with an attorney than they would by navigating through legal proceedings themselves.
Victims can receive compensation for emotional distress if their injury was severe enough or has afflicted them permanently in one way or another. For example, if you had suffered injuries resulting in scarring or disfigurement then these could be considered when deciding how much compensation you should be awarded for emotional distress.
What Makes a Good Personal Injury Lawyer?
While there are many qualities that make a good personal injury lawyer, the most important ones include being compassionate, understanding, and communicative. We will be there for you every step of the way to discuss your case and provide guidance as needed. Hiring an attorney can ease your stress because they know how to navigate through legal systems effectively to get you results with your claim.
From start to finish, we will work hard on getting you the best personal injury settlement possible for your unique circumstances. Whether it is negotiating with insurance companies or fighting for you in court, our firm has what it takes to make this process go smoothly so you can focus on recovering from your injuries instead of stressing about the complexities of the legal system. Reach out to our law firm today to get started with the help of our team.
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Which Injury Law Firm Should I Choose?
Our law firm is located in Houston, Texas and we represent people all over the region. When we take a case, it is always handled with personalized care and customized to meet our client’s individual needs. Your lawyer will be by your side every step of the way as we handle medical documentation and negotiations with insurance companies on your behalf. If we have to, we will tirelessly pursue justice on your behalf by representing you in court.
Our Houston law office is located 5 minutes from Midtown Park, 1 mile away from Emancipation Park, and about 4 miles away from Woodland Park. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is only 30 minutes away. When you get injured in an accident, calling an experienced team of injury lawyers can help you get your life back on track. Let our experienced personal injury lawyers help you today. If you’ve been injured, please call us at 713-555-5555
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