You’ve been injured as the result of another person or company’s negligence. It’s time for you to take care of yourself and your family and get the compensation you need.
Here are a few questions that you may be asking before you decide to hire a lawyer:
How Long Do I Have to File a Legal Claim?
In Texas, you only have two years to file a lawsuit against the person who injured you. If your lawyer can’t reach an agreement with any involved insurance companies, you’ll definitely want to file a lawsuit before the two-year statute of limitations runs out.
Questions to ask your Attorney:
- Can I still file a lawsuit if I accepted a settlement offer from the other person’s
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A Criminal Defendant’s Rights
When you are arrested, you are taken into custody. This means that you are not free to leave. However, without being arrested you can be detained or held for questioning for a short time if a police officer or other person believes you may be involved in criminal activity. For example, an officer may detain you if you are carrying a large box near a burglary site. Whether you are arrested or detained, you do not have to answer any questions except to give your name and address and show some identification if requested.
Before law enforcement officers question you, they must tell you that:
- You have the right to remain silent.
- Anything you say may be used against you.
- You have a right to have a lawyer present while you are questioned.
- If you cannot afford a lawyer, one
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