If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve justice—no matter your citizenship status. Many non-citizens in the U.S. believe they have limited legal rights when it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit, but that’s simply not true. At Herrman & Herrman, we have helped countless non-citizens navigate the legal system and secure the compensation they deserve.
Your Right to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit as a Non-Citizen
The U.S. legal system protects everyone within its borders, including non-citizens. If you were injured due to negligence—whether in a car accident, workplace incident, or any other personal injury scenario—you have the right to pursue a claim just like a U.S. citizen. The Supreme Court has repeatedly upheld this principle, ensuring that lawful residents and non-citizens have equal access to justice.
Challenges Non-Citizens May Face in Personal Injury Claims
While your citizenship status does not bar you from filing a claim, the opposing party might try to use it against you. Some common tactics they may use include:
- Attempting to move your case to federal court – If your claim involves damages over $75,000 and parties from different states or countries, the defendant may push for federal jurisdiction, which can be more complex to navigate.
- Arguing that another jurisdiction is more appropriate – Defendants might claim that your case should be heard in another country or legal system, making it harder for you to fight for justice.
These strategies are meant to discourage you from pursuing your rightful claim, but with the right legal representation, they can be effectively countered.
Why You Need a Skilled Personal Injury Attorney
Even though most personal injury cases are settled outside of court, negotiating with insurance companies or the opposing party can be a challenge—especially if they are using legal loopholes to undermine your claim. That’s where Herrman & Herrman can help. Our experienced attorneys: ✔ Fight against legal tactics meant to intimidate non-citizens. ✔ Handle complex negotiations with insurance companies. ✔ Ensure you receive the maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. ✔ Provide guidance every step of the way, so you never feel alone in the legal process.
Herrman & Herrman: Fighting for the Injured—Regardless of Citizenship
We believe that justice should not be limited by borders. If you or a loved one has suffered a personal injury in the U.S., don’t let legal complexities stop you from getting the compensation you deserve. Our team at Herrman & Herrman has decades of experience standing up for injury victims, including non-citizens, and we are ready to fight for you.
Contact us today for a free consultation! We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. Let us handle the legal battle while you focus on your recovery.
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CONTACT HERRMAN & HERRMAN IF YOU HAVE BEEN INJURED IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF ACCIDENTS:
We can help you if you have been harmed by the following:
- Car accidents – Our lawyers have extensive experience handling car accident cases. We will work to identify the party or parties at fault for the crash and build a case to demonstrate persuasively how the parties caused the accident and your injuries. We will seek fair and full compensation through a negotiated settlement or at trial if necessary.
- Truck accidents – Thousands of large commercial trucks travel the roads of Texas every single day. Unfortunately, careless truck drivers and trucking companies disregarding safety put innocent people at risk of serious injuries. If you’ve been injured in a truck accident, let our experienced Texas personal injury lawyers stand up to the trucking companies and insurers on your behalf.
- Motorcycle accidents – Motorcycle riders often suffer grievous injuries in crashes caused by other motorists. Too many motorcycle accidents in Corpus Christi are caused by careless drivers who don’t look for motorcycle riders or violate their right of way. Our personal injury lawyers will work to cut through the bias and stigma against motorcycle riders. Our goal is to seek the financial compensation that you’ll need to recover from a serious motorcycle accident and injuries such as bone fractures, road rash, or traumatic brain injury.
- Product liability – Product manufacturers have a legal obligation to make products that are safe for their intended uses and to warn consumers of any risks that may come with the product. When products have design or manufacturing defects or undisclosed dangers, the product manufacturer may be legally responsible for injuries suffered by consumers. Our attorneys can help you evaluate whether you have a valid product liability claim.
- Brain injury – Brain injuries can leave accident victims with disabilities that leave them unable to work or perform many tasks of daily living. Seeking compensation for a brain injury in an accident often proves incredibly complex. The brain injury survivor may seek compensation for anticipated future medical care and the medical care already provided. Our personal injury lawyers can help you through the difficult recovery process following a brain injury and will fight to make sure you have the resources you need.
- Spinal injury – Spinal cord injuries could cost millions of dollars of care over the course of the victim’s lifetime, especially when those injuries result in partial or complete paralysis, such as paraplegia or quadriplegia. If you or your loved one has suffered a spinal cord injury, you deserve compassionate legal representation. Our attorney can help you determine whether you may be entitled to claim compensation for your injury and expenses related to living with the disability, such as making a home more accessible.
- Wrongful death – If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or reckless actions of another party, your family deserves to seek accountability and compensation from those at fault for the wrongful death. Our caring and dedicated attorneys can help guide you and your family through this difficult and painful time and seek justice for your loved one.
