Personal Injury

Personal Injury refers to injuries to people usually from accidents but also included are injuries from defective prescription drugs, medical malpractice and all other injuries, diseases or medical conditions that result from the negligence of any person or company. The word "personal" also applies to accidents, injuries and diseases suffered by those other than yourself. A better term would be "bodily injury". An injury or the death of a family member would certainly be included within the use of the term "personal injury."

The term "negligence" comes from the word "neglect" and conveys the meaning that a person or company has been neglectful in their duty to act or perform reasonably. If a person or company fails to perform to the standard of a reasonable person or company, they can be held legally responsible for their injuries and damages. Intentional conduct is worse than negligent conduct and companies and individuals can be held liable for punitive damages if there conduct was intentional or "grossly" negligent. For example, a prescription drug manufacturer is legally expected to obey all federal and state laws regulating their business and they are expected to do the same testing and reporting as other drug manufacturers. However, when drug manufacturer skips part of the process to save money or withholds drug warnings to sell more products, they can be held legally liable for resulting injuries, diseases and damages.

If anyone in your family has suffered an injury, disease or death, you should not attempt to determine if someone was negligent because that is the job of a lawyer. If someone you know has suffered an injury, disease or death you should contact a lawyer and determine if you have the right to recover from a negligent company or person. It's not just about money, it's about holding people and companies responsible and accountable for bad acts.

The Ogletree Abbott Law Firm welcomes your questions about any injury, disease or death. It costs nothing for you to ask a question either by telephone, email or by our Live Chat feature. The communication can be anonymous and will always be confidential. Please call us at 713-223-1234 or use our toll-free number 1-800-779-4950. Our email address is info@OgletreeAbbott.com

The most common types of personal injury claims include:

  • Aircraft Accidents
  • Asbestosis
  • Auto Accidents
  • Big Truck Accidents
  • Defective Products
  • Explosions
  • F.E.L.A. Railroad Injuries
  • Heart Defibrillator Defects
  • Job Related Injuries
  • Jones Act Claims
  • Longshore Harborworker
  • Maritime Injuries
  • Mesothelioma
  • Motorcycle Injuries
  • Nursing Home Neglect
  • Asbestosis Silicosis
  • Offshore Injuries
  • Prescription Drug Cases
  • Serious Head Injuries
  • Sexual Assault
  • Shopping Injuries
  • Silicosis
  • Slip and Fall Injuries
  • Third Party Claims
  • Toxic Exposure Cases
  • Vehicle Accidents
  • Vioxx Lawsuits
  • Workers Comp Claims




Search OgletreeAbbott.com

(713) 223-1234
Martindale Hubbell has honored Bill Ogletree with an "AV" rating, which indicates that he has reached the height of his profession, has practiced law for many years, and that has been recognized for maintaining the highest levels of skill, trust and integrity.


Did You Know...
  • Personal injury claims can result in large cash awards?
  • That the insurance adjuster's main goal is to pay you as little as possible?
  • You should never cash a settlement check without consulting a lawyer?
  • That attorneys fees are paid on a contingency basis, and that all case expenses are paid by your attorney? If you don't win your case, you owe nothing.
  • That you are always allowed to choose your own doctor?
  • That a lawyer can help you secure medical tests and treatment?
  • It's never a good idea to negotiate a settlement on your own. Even lawyers hire other attorneys for representation in situations like yours.
Phone: 1(800) 779-4950
info@ogletreeabbott.com

Why hire Personal Injury Lawyers??
Contact Us

Also See: Texas Workers Compensation | Jones Act Lawyers | Sitemap
Ogletree Abbott Law Firm, L.L.P. - 12600 N. Featherwood Dr, Ste 200 - Houston, Texas 77034
Phone: (713) 223-1234   Fax: (713) 910-9010

No attorney's fees unless you recover. Client Advances, court costs, litigation expenses, and medical are paid from your share of the recovery. If there is no recovery, you will not be responsible for any court costs or litigation expenses except for unpaid medical bills. Results obtained depend on the facts of each case. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. We only consider employment in another state in association with co-counsel licensed in that state. The Ogletree Abbott Law Firm is not affiliated, associated, recommended, or in any way connected to law professors who are listed in our Law Students Resources Section. The information contained on this website related to law school professors is solely for the purpose of assisting prospective law students in their choice of law schools. The Ogletree Abbott Law Firm is not responsible for third parties who use this information or present it in ways other than its intended use on this website. Licensed to practice law in Texas only. Not licensed in any other state. References to laws are limited to federal and State of Texas law.

Some cases may be referred. Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Copyright 2008, TrueSpring L.P.spacer