After a car accident in Texas, you will frequently interact with your insurance company regarding details of your accident, inspections, and repairs. If your vehicle has suffered significant damage, you may also consider discussing your vehicle’s diminished value. It is essential to become familiar with the concept and how it works. WHAT IS MEANT BY “DIMINISHED VALUE”? After a...
After you experience a car accident in New Orleans, you may feel overwhelmed with all you need to do. You might face a lengthy task list that includes car repairs, medical treatment, filing insurance claims, and more. If you worry about your ability to negotiate with the insurance company for payment, know that an accident lawyer can help. At...
After a car accident, you may be left with injuries, property damage, and financial hardships. To relieve some of the financial burdens, you might consider filing a lawsuit. Before doing so, it is essential to understand the law, including statutes of limitations. WHAT IS A STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS? A statute of limitations is a law that governs how long...
One of the leading injuries, if not the leading injury of car accident victims, is whiplash. In fact, whiplash injuries affect more than one million people in the United States every year. To make matters worse, whiplash victims must also frequently deal with insurance companies like State Farm after their accident. If you have sustained whiplash injuries in a...
If you’ve been in a car accident and you are not at fault, you can expect some vehicle damage, whether big or small. Unfortunately, in some circumstances, your vehicle may suffer extreme damage and be rendered a “total loss.” If this is your situation, you may have legal options. It is crucial to understand total loss and what it...
Purchasing a newly constructed home is a big financial decision. One likely reason you may decide to purchase a new home is the expectation that it will have no major problems or defects. To help promote new home construction, the Louisiana New Home Warranty Act (“NHWA”) was passed into law. The purpose of this law is to provide mandatory...
A class action is a type of lawsuit that is very different from a standard personal injury or insurance case. While litigation is often stressful, the stakes in a class action lawsuit are at a different level. In many class action lawsuits, the interests of hundreds if not thousands of people are at stake. Most class actions involve claims...
Experiencing a natural disaster like a hurricane is scary. However, when the hurricane causes a disaster in your home, the experience can be devastating. After a hurricane, you may be overwhelmed by endless questions about how to move forward. You may wonder how to deal with an insurance adjuster to ensure you receive sufficient payment for your losses. Steps...
A house fire can be a devastating experience for a homeowner, and dealing with an insurance adjuster in the aftermath can only make matters worse. Though it can be a complicated process, you don’t have to go through it on your own. If you or a loved one has been affected by a house fire, know you are not...
Are you waiting to hear back regarding an insurance claim you filed in Texas? If so, you might be wondering what you need to do next. The lawyers at Johns Law Group understand that this can be a complicated process to navigate on your own. Read on to find out more about the insurance claims settlement process in Texas...