Hiring the right lawyer can be one of the most important decisions you make. Whether you are seeking counsel for a family law matter, such as a divorce or custody battle, for a personal injury case, or for a business … Continue reading
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What is Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Coverage?
During the course of investigating a personal injury claim, your lawyer will assess all possible sources of recovery. This may even include your own insurance coverages. One such coverage available to those involved in a car accident through their own … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged car accident, coverage, insurance, insurance company, money
What is a statute of limitation?
No matter the type of civil case, there is a deadline to file your claim. Known as the statute of limitation, these laws prevent you filing a lawsuit after a certain amount of time has passed. While statutes of limitation … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged attorney, claim, deadline, duration, lawyer, limit, statute of limitation, texas
Congratulations to new Managing Partner, Raymond L. Panneton
The Ted Smith Law Group, PLLC is proud to announce that Raymond Panneton has been named its Managing Partner, effective June 1, 2020. Mr. Panneton has quickly established himself as a zealous advocate for his clients, as well as an … Continue reading
Posted in News, Personal Injury Tagged announcement, attorney, managing partner, news, partner, Personal Injury, promotion
Traffic-related deaths on the rise during COVID-19 lockdown
Despite fewer drivers on the road, a study by the National Safety Council shows that through the first three months of 2020, Texas experienced a 6% increase in the number of traffic-related deaths. This recent increase of traffic fatalities in … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged accidents, central texas, covid-19, death, driving, Personal Injury, texas
Trial in the time of COVID
Re-opening the courts Once litigation has been filed—whether it be a personal injury lawsuit, a family law case, or other dispute—the goal is always the same: get to a trial. As Killeen, Temple, Harker Heights, and other cities within Bell … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged central texas, covid, covid-19, harker heights, killeen, Temple, trial
What is mediation?
During the litigation process, in many instances, you will have a discussion with your lawyer about resolution of your dispute. Prior to trial, many litigants find it beneficial to attend mediation. Mediation is a formal, non-binding, settlement negotiation which is … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged before trial, killeen, mediation, Personal Injury, texas
Motorcycle Accidents
Driving a motorcycle is not about running errands or simply going to work—its about enjoying the open road with the sun at your back. These rides, however, can often turn dangerous or even deadly due to the carelessness of other … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged accident, litigation, motorcycle accident, Personal Injury
Can a pre-existing medical condition affect my personal injury claim?
When discussing personal injury claims, there is a misconception that all accident victims are in perfect health before their accident. This is rarely the case. Most, if not all of us, have been involved in an accident of some type. … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged car accident, damages, negligence, Personal Injury, Trucking Accident
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Often, after receiving medical attention as a result of a vehicle accident, your doctor will describe your injuries using confusing medical terms of art. Frequently, after a car accident, you may hear your doctor refer to a “TBI” or traumatic … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Injury Tagged Brain Injury, car accident, Concussion, TBI, Trucking Accident
