After a car accident, your vehicle might diminish in value even if it can be repaired to its original condition. Therefore, Texas allows drivers to file diminished value claims when a collision puts a dent in their vehicle’s resale value. What is a Diminished Value Claim? Diminished value is defined as the loss of...

Texas is an at-fault state when it comes to car accident claims. That means a driver who causes a collision is responsible for the damages. The Difference Between At-Fault and No-Fault States In at-fault states, like Texas, financial responsibility for a car accident is placed on the party who caused it. Therefore, you can...

Each state has negligence laws that apply to personal injury cases and impact how much compensation injury victims can recover. In Texas, the courts follow a modified comparative negligence system. Under this rule, each party to a lawsuit is assigned a percentage of fault which factors into settlement discussions and jury verdicts. What is...