An accident resulting in bodily injury can disrupt your life physically, emotionally, and financially. When you suffer an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you need a top injury law firm in Dallas that brings aggressive representation, compassionate counsel, and a proven track record of success.
At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, our Texas personal injury lawyers are dedicated to fighting for fair compensation for injury victims. Our award-winning attorney, Amanda Demanda, is prepared to take on powerful insurers, corporations, or institutions on your behalf with our full legal might.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Can Handle for You in Dallas
With a comprehensive practice and courtroom-tested experience, our Dallas personal injury attorneys handle a wide range of cases.
Car Accidents
Car accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury claims in Dallas. From distracted driving to speeding and drunk driving, we know how to investigate fault, challenge lowball insurance offers, and recover maximum damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Truck Accidents
Collisions involving 18-wheelers or commercial trucks are far more complex due to the involvement of multiple parties and federal regulations. We hold negligent trucking companies, drivers, and maintenance contractors accountable for driver fatigue, hours-of-service violations, and unsafe vehicle conditions.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists may face serious injuries and unfair blame. Our Dallas injury lawyers fight to overcome anti-rider bias and aggressively pursue compensation for road rash, orthopedic trauma, and traumatic brain injuries caused by careless drivers.
Bus Accidents
If you or a loved one has been injured in a DART bus crash or private bus accident, we’re equipped to take on public entities and transportation operators. Bus claims often involve issues of sovereign immunity and unique liability rules that we handle with skill.
Uber & Lyft Accidents
Rideshare accident claims involve overlapping insurance policies and often disputed liability. Whether you were a passenger, pedestrian, or another driver, we’ll help navigate Uber or Lyft’s complex insurance framework to secure the recovery you deserve.
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians have no protection against a vehicle impact. We pursue justice for victims struck at crosswalks, on sidewalks, or in parking lots due to inattentive or reckless drivers. We also explore municipal liability, where poorly designed intersections may have contributed to the accident.
Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists are vulnerable to severe injuries in collisions with motor vehicles. We help injured cyclists recover compensation for physical injuries, bike damage, and the disruption to their work and personal life.
Boating Accidents
Injuries on Texas lakes and waterways often involve alcohol, operator error, or defective watercraft. We represent victims of boat collisions, Jet Ski crashes, and other maritime incidents involving negligence.
ATV Accidents
Our Dallas personal injury lawyers handle ATV crashes caused by reckless operation, defective equipment, or negligent supervision, especially where children or passengers are involved.
Scooter Accidents
Electric scooters are common in Dallas, but they also pose serious injury risks. We pursue claims against negligent drivers, scooter rental companies, or municipalities for unsafe street conditions.
Golf Cart Wrecks
Golf carts may seem low-risk, but accidents can lead to serious harm—especially in residential communities, resorts, or commercial properties. We help victims hold negligent parties accountable.
Premises Liability
Property owners in Texas have a duty to maintain safe premises. We represent victims injured due to negligent property maintenance, inadequate lighting, broken stairs, or other dangerous conditions.
Slip and Fall
Slip and fall injuries can result in fractures, concussions, and long-term mobility issues. We act quickly to gather video footage, witness statements, and maintenance records before the evidence disappears.
Negligent Security
When a violent crime occurs on a property with known risks and inadequate security, we pursue negligent security claims against apartment complexes, hotels, nightclubs, and event venues for failing to provide a safe environment.
Construction Accidents
Dallas construction zones are dangerous workplaces. We represent injured workers, subcontractors, and bystanders in cases involving falls, heavy machinery, and third-party negligence on job sites.
Oil & Gas Accidents
Injuries in the oilfield often stem from safety violations, equipment failures, or inadequate training. We pursue claims for explosions, burns, and crush injuries in this high-risk industry.
Drowning Accidents
Drownings can result from defective pool gates, lack of supervision, or improper warnings. We help families seek justice after tragic drownings in private, public, or hotel pools.
Workplace Injury
In Texas, not all employers carry workers’ compensation insurance. We handle workplace accident claims against non-subscriber employers and pursue third-party liability for dangerous work conditions or equipment.
Amusement Park Injuries
When safety harnesses fail or rides malfunction, amusement park operators may be liable for serious injuries. We pursue claims involving mechanical failures, unsafe crowd control, and inadequate staff training.
Wrongful Death
We represent families who have lost loved ones due to fatal accidents, medical malpractice, workplace negligence, or violent crimes. Our team helps surviving family members pursue damages for loss of financial support, companionship, and emotional suffering.
Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries such as paralysis, limb loss, or traumatic brain injury require lifelong care. We fight for the full value of your case, including future medical expenses, modifications to living arrangements, and lost earning capacity.
Amputation Injuries
Losing a limb is devastating physically and psychologically. In these catastrophic personal injury matters, we may work with medical and vocational experts to calculate long-term costs, prosthetic needs, and loss of function.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Even mild TBIs can cause lasting cognitive and emotional problems. We present detailed medical and neurological evidence to ensure brain injury victims aren’t undervalued by insurers.
Spinal Cord Injury
A spinal injury can alter a person’s entire life. We represent clients who suffer from paraplegia, quadriplegia, herniated discs, or spinal instability due to negligence or defective products.
Burn Injuries
Burns can be among the most painful and disfiguring injuries. We pursue damages for skin graft surgeries, permanent scarring, and emotional trauma related to severe burns.
Drunk Driving
We aggressively represent victims injured or killed by intoxicated drivers. We may also pursue claims against bars, clubs, or hosts under liquor liability laws.
Liquor & Bar Liability
Texas “Dram Shop” laws allow lawsuits against establishments that serve alcohol to visibly intoxicated individuals who later cause harm. We use surveillance footage and eyewitness accounts to hold bars accountable.
Electrocution Accidents
Electrocution injuries generally happen on construction sites or due to exposed wiring. These cases frequently involve third-party contractors or defective electrical equipment.
Falling Object Injury
Falling tools, merchandise, or debris can cause severe head and spinal trauma. We hold property owners, employers, or contractors liable for failing to secure objects properly.
Hit & Run Accidents
Victims of hit-and-run drivers face major legal and insurance hurdles. We pursue uninsured motorist claims or civil lawsuits to seek compensation even when the at-fault driver isn’t identified.
Nursing Home Abuse
We represent elderly residents harmed by physical abuse, neglect, malnutrition, or medical errors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Elder Abuse
Our Dallas personal injury lawyers investigate financial exploitation, physical or psychological abuse, and neglect of elderly individuals by caregivers, facilities, or even family members.
Sexual Assault
In addition to criminal charges, survivors of sexual assault may have civil claims against negligent property owners, employers, or institutions that failed to protect them.
Burned Electrical Socket
Faulty outlets and wiring often cause serious burns or fires. We pursue premises liability or product liability claims based on evidence of negligence or code violations.
Product Liability
Manufacturers must produce safe products. We handle claims involving defective medical devices, dangerous drugs, malfunctioning electronics, or contaminated food.
Medical Malpractice
When doctors, nurses, or hospitals fail to meet the standard of care, patients can suffer grave harm. We pursue claims for surgical errors, misdiagnoses, anesthesia mistakes, and birth injuries.
Dog Bites
Under Texas law, dog owners can be held liable when they knew of a dog’s aggressive tendencies or failed to control it. Our experienced personal injury lawyers in Dallas advocate for children and adults attacked by dangerous dogs.
Texas Is an At-Fault State for Personal Injury Claims
Texas follows a traditional at-fault system for personal injury claims. This means the party that caused the accident or their insurer is responsible for paying damages to the injured party.
In contrast to “no-fault” states where each party’s insurance pays for their own damages regardless of fault, Texas allows injured victims to pursue full compensation from the at-fault party through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit.
Burden of Proof: Legal Elements to Prove in Dallas
In any Texas personal injury case, the burden of proof is on the plaintiff, meaning the injured party must prove the defendant’s negligence by a “preponderance of the evidence.” This legal standard requires demonstrating that it’s more likely than not that the defendant’s actions caused the injury.
To win your case, our Dallas personal injury attorney must prove the following elements:
- Duty of Care: We show that the defendant owed you a legal duty to act reasonably. For example, drivers must obey traffic laws, and property owners must maintain safe premises.
- Breach of Duty: Next, we prove the defendant breached this duty through careless, reckless, or intentional conduct, such as running a red light, failing to clean a spill, or selling a defective product.
- Causation: We must link the defendant’s breach directly to your injuries. This includes showing that the accident wouldn’t have happened “but for” the defendant’s actions.
- Damages: Finally, we present evidence of actual losses you suffered, such as medical bills, lost income, physical pain, emotional distress, and other measurable impacts.
Dallas Personal Injury Statute of Limitations
In Texas, you typically have two years from the date of the accident or injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003. If this statute of limitations expires, your right to seek compensation may be lost, regardless of how strong your case may be.
However, there are limited exceptions:
- If the injured person is a minor, the two-year clock begins on their 18th birthday.
- In cases involving government entities, you may need to file a notice of claim within six months or even sooner, depending on the jurisdiction.
- If the injury wasn’t discovered right away, a court may apply the discovery rule, allowing more time to file.
Modified Comparative Negligence Law in Dallas
Texas uses a modified comparative negligence rule, which can impact how much compensation you receive. Under this law, you can recover compensation only if you’re 50% or less at fault for your injuries. If you’re found 51% or more at fault, you’re barred from recovering anything.
Even if you’re partially at fault, your compensation will be reduced proportionally. For example, if you’re awarded $500,000 in damages but found 20% at fault, your compensation would be reduced by $100,000, leaving you with $400,000.
Types of Compensation Our Personal Injury Attorneys in Dallas Can Recover for You
Our Dallas attorneys fight for every dollar you’re entitled to through a personal injury settlement or a court verdict. The types of damages we pursue in a Dallas personal injury case may include:
Economic Damages
- Medical expenses (current and future medical treatment)
- Lost wages due to time away from work
- Loss of earning capacity for long-term or permanent disabilities
- Property damage, such as vehicle repair or replacement
Non-Economic Damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Disfigurement or physical impairment
- Loss of consortium (loss of companionship or support from a loved one)
Punitive Damages
In rare cases involving gross negligence or willful misconduct, such as drunk driving or intentional harm, we may also pursue punitive damages to punish the wrongdoer and deter future misconduct.
Choose the Leading Dallas Personal Injury Lawyers for Your Case
If you’ve been injured in an accident in Dallas, you don’t have to face the legal system alone. At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, we bring years of proven courtroom experience and aggressive out-of-court negotiation strategies to every case we take on. We’re passionate about protecting injury victims and their families.
When you work with our team, you get personalized attention, direct communication, and a dedicated legal team fighting for maximum compensation for you. We don’t charge any upfront attorney fees, and you owe us nothing unless we win. To schedule your free consultation, call us 24/7 at 1-844-DEMANDA or contact us online.
