Can I sue the driver that accidentally hit my child in Clear Lake, TX? My child was hit by a car on the way to school. The driver said he just didn't see my son walking across the street. Police didn't cite the driver for the accident. But now we have a lot of medical bills from my son's injuries. Can I sue the driver even though the police didn't charge him with anything?

 

A: Clear Lake, TX accident lawyer responds: You don't need a criminal charge against the driver to proceed with a civil lawsuit against him. Your civil lawsuit could claim damages for your costs from the accident that hurt your child in Clear Lake, TX.
Some of the damages typically requested in a civil lawsuit after a pedestrian - car accident include the following.

• Reimbursement for medical expenses.
• Costs of future medical care required because of the accident.
• Compensation for time missed from work as a result of an accident.
• Recompense for pain and suffering from the accident injuries.
• Compensation for family members for the value of care, companionship, and affection lost because of accident effects.

A lawsuit based on a pedestrian hit by a car involves some legal challenges that you'll need the help of an experienced Clear Lake accident lawyer to overcome. For instance, if your son wasn't in the crosswalk when he was hit, or if he was crossing against the light, the driver's insurance company will deny your claim. They'll say that your son didn't have the legal right of way, and that he's the one at fault for the accident.
The dedicated Clear Lake accident lawyers at Denena & Points have well-honed abilities in combating aggressive opposition tactics. We have extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the issues common to pedestrian - car accident cases that enable us to overcome your opposition's defenses.
Call us today for a free consultation regarding your accident matter. We've helped numerous other injured accident victims to successfully recover financial compensation for their injuries. We could help you too.

Call us at 877-307-9500 to speak with a Board Certified Clear Lake Personal Injury Attorney about YOUR case today!