In this episode of Sidebar Social®, Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart sit down with Texas personal injury attorney Scott Snellings, founder of Snellings Law. to talk about what really happens after an accident, and what injured people should know before dealing with an insurance company.

Scott takes us behind the scenes of a personal injury case, from what to do immediately after an accident and dealing with insurance adjusters to hiring an attorney, evaluating a claim, negotiating a settlement, and understanding how personal injury cases actually get resolved. We also tackle some common misconceptions about personal injury lawyers and lawsuits and hear how Scott’s experience earlier in his career defending personal injury claims influences the way he represents injured clients today.

And because this is Sidebar Social®, we bring some family law into the conversation too: If you're married and receive a personal injury settlement in Texas, is the money your separate property or community property? The answer may depend on exactly what the settlement is compensating you for.

Whether you've been injured in an accident, are dealing with an insurance company, or simply want to know what to do if it ever happens to you, this is Personal Injury 101—what every Texan should know after an accident.