Lubbock Personal Injury Attorney

Car Accidents

According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), approximately 6,000 traffic crashes occur in Lubbock yearly. Car accidents occur for various reasons, including distracted driving, drunk driving, and drowsy driving. Inattentive and impaired drivers put those who share the road at risk for dangerous and sometimes fatal accidents.

The Lubbock personal injury attorneys at Trust Guss Injury Lawyers, hold negligent drivers accountable for their behaviors and communicate with tricky insurance company representatives who want to avoid financial liability even when their policyholder is at fault. Do not suffer economic pain in addition to the physical and emotional trauma of an accident you did not cause.

You might assume that more drunk driving accidents occur in Lubbock because it's home to Texas Tech. However, the number is comparatively low compared to other Texas cities. Each year, between 250 and 300 drunk driving accidents occur throughout Lubbock. Drivers learn the risks of drinking and driving before ever receiving their driver's license but still choose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol.

Drunk drivers' ability to judge space and time is impaired, preventing them from processing the information they need to operate their vehicles safely, leading to dangerous accidents. We help drunk driving accident victims seek justice for their injuries.

Truck Accidents

According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), over 40,000 truck accidents occur across Texas every year. As one of the state's major centers of agriculture and industry, heavy trucks are consistently moving freight in and out of the area.

The size and weight of trucks make truck accidents the most deadly of all traffic crashes. The same size and weight often protect truck drivers from severe injuries, while victims sustain debilitating injuries if they survive a truck crash. Inattentive and careless truck drivers and negligent trucking companies contribute to all of the truck crashes in Lubbock each year.

The personal injury attorneys at Stewart J. Guss take negligent truckers and their employers to task when their poor choices lead to personal injuries and even fatalities.

Motorcycle Accidents

Lubbock's pleasant climate makes motorcycle riding a frequent hobby. Motorcycle riding is particularly popular in the summer and fall when the area is free of sandstorms and snowstorms. Others use their motorcycle as their primary form of transportation. While some bikers are unsafe, most take more safety precautions than the average driver. Yet, they face a massive risk of accidents and injuries with every ride.

Careless drivers who don't see motorcycles or operate their vehicles safely around motorcycles create high risk. With little protection from the road, bikers often suffer life-threatening injuries when another vehicle strikes them.

Our legal team helps injured bikers seek compensation for damages from the negligent drivers who harm them.

Bicycle Accidents

Kids and adults enjoy riding bicycles in Lubbock as a fun hobby, but it's a great form of exercise. Additionally, like students at Texas Tech, some Lubbock residents use a bicycle as a form of transportation. However, cyclists are not alone on the road; they must share with motorists, some of whom are negligent. Cyclists, especially small children, face severe injuries, such as traumatic brain injury, when a careless driver strikes them.

If you or your child has suffered injuries in a Lubbock bicycle accident, Lubbock personal injury lawyers at Trust Guss Injury Lawyers, can help you fight for compensation.

Pedestrian Accidents

Foot traffic in Lubbock can be especially heavy during certain times of the year. For example, tens of thousands of people attend football games at Texas Tech. They walk to the stadium from their cars and walk to nearby bars and restaurants. Pedestrians face accidents and injuries when drivers aren't paying attention or are impaired.

A pedestrian has a good chance of surviving if a vehicle hits them while traveling slowly. However, even speeds as low as 20 miles per hour can cause severe and fatal injuries, especially in children. Motorists have a legal duty to drive safely around pedestrians, but some make poor choices behind the wheel.

Our Lubbock personal injury lawyers help bicycle accident victims get the justice they deserve after careless drivers cause them harm.

Premises Liability Accidents

Lubbock business and property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for any visitors. Owners need to warn visitors about any dangers that might harm them and take measures to fix any known issues.

Unfortunately, some owners fail to maintain their property or warn others of danger. Failure to maintain safety can lead to various premises liability accidents and injuries. Slip and fall accidents are the most common type of premises liability accidents, but visitors can suffer injuries on someone else's property in many situations.

Examples include:

• Swimming pool accidents/drowning
• Theme park accidents
• Elevator and escalator accidents
• Dog bites/dog attacks

Premises liability accidents often involve homeowners or commercial insurance carriers. Our team knows how to communicate with insurance companies and seek a positive resolution for your case.

Wrongful Death

Unfortunately, some accidents lead to fatal injuries, forcing families to cope with the tragic and sudden loss of a loved one. Suing the party responsible for death does not undo the harm, but it can help alleviate some or all of the economic burden families suffer.

If you lost a loved one from fatal injuries related to negligence or intentional harm, you could have grounds for a wrongful death claim. We understand the challenges families face after a tragic loss and can help seek compensation.