If you were injured in a taxi cab accident, you may not know what to do or who to turn to in order to obtain the compensation you need to pay for your mounting medical bills and the wages you are losing while you are off work recovering from your injuries. This could be especially true if you are in Dallas or Fort Worth on business or a vacation. Your first step should be to contact a local experienced taxi accident attorney who can explain your legal rights and knows the statute of limitations to sue the negligent taxi driver and the taxi cab company.
What Is the Statute of Limitations?
The statute of limitations is the time period you have to file a lawsuit against the taxi driver and taxi cab company. In Texas, there are different statutes of limitations for different legal claims. For example, the time period to sue for a breach of contract claim could be different than for a personal injury case. You must file your lawsuit within the statute of limitations or you would lose your right to pursue your claim for compensation. If you tried to sue after the statute of limitations expired, it is likely that the judge would dismiss your complaint.
The Statute of Limitations in Texas Taxi Cab Accident Cases
The time period to sue for your taxi accident case is the same as if you had been involved in another type of vehicle accident. You must file your lawsuit within these time limits:
Personal injury.
Two years from the date of your accident.
Property damage.
Two years from the date of your accident.
Wrongful death.
Two years from the date of your family member’s accident.
What happens if you did not realize you suffered injuries for a long time after your taxi crash? In some cases where a person suffers back, neck, or head injuries, he may not experience symptoms for months after the wreck, and his condition could worsen over time. If this is your situation, you may fall into an exception to the strict time limit to sue. You could have two years from the date you should have reasonably discovered your injuries to pursue your claim.
Have You Been Injured In A Texas Taxi Accident?
If you've been injured in a taxi accident you should speak with an experienced taxi accident attorney as soon as possible. Please contact us online or call our Colleyville office directly at 817.485.8888 to schedule your free consultation.
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