Sealy Personal Injury Lawyer Serving Austin County, Texas

If you have questions about your case, start by scheduling a consultation to review the facts and deadlines. A brief early evaluation helps determine whether an insurer is likely to accept responsibility and what compensation may be available. Gathering initial documents such as medical records, police reports, and photographs of the scene will accelerate the review. During the consultation, we explain the likely next steps and how to preserve evidence and meet filing deadlines.

In most personal injury cases in Texas, the deadline to file a lawsuit is two years from the date of the injury. Missing the deadline typically prevents you from bringing a claim in court. Certain circumstances can affect that timeline, so it is important to get legal advice promptly to ensure your rights are protected.

Many personal injury cases resolve through settlement with the insurer after negotiations. Settlement avoids the time and expense of trial while providing compensation for losses. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, filing a lawsuit may be necessary and the case could proceed to trial. Preparing for litigation can strengthen your negotiating position even if a trial is ultimately avoided.

Case value depends on the severity of injuries, medical costs, lost income, and the impact on your daily life. Clear documentation of economic and non-economic losses helps determine a realistic valuation. Liability and insurance policy limits also influence the potential recovery, so a detailed case review is essential to estimate likely outcomes.

Many personal injury firms, including ours, work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning attorneys’ fees are paid from any recovery rather than upfront. This allows injured people to pursue claims without immediate legal fees. You may still be responsible for certain case expenses, but those are typically handled as costs advanced by the firm and repaid from any settlement or judgment.

Insurance companies often make early offers that do not fully reflect future medical needs or non-economic damages. You should not accept a quick offer without understanding the full extent of your losses. Consulting with legal counsel before signing any release ensures the proposed settlement is fair and covers all foreseeable expenses related to the injury.

Important evidence includes medical records, bills, accident reports, photographs of the scene and injuries, witness statements, and documentation of lost wages. These materials help establish liability and the extent of damages. Timely preservation of evidence improves the strength of your claim, so collect and share these items as soon as possible with your legal representative.

Texas follows comparative fault rules, which reduce recovery by the injured person’s percentage of fault, but do not necessarily bar recovery unless the injured person is more than 50 percent responsible. Even if you share blame, you may be entitled to compensation after adjusting for your portion of fault. A careful investigation is needed to determine fault percentages and how they affect the potential recovery in your case.

The timeline varies depending on medical recovery, case complexity, and whether the matter settles or goes to trial. Some claims resolve in a few months, while others take a year or longer. Ongoing communication with your legal team helps manage expectations and plan for critical milestones in the case process.

Begin by calling our office at (713) 780-1633 or submitting an online inquiry to schedule a consultation. We will review the circumstances, advise on next steps, and outline how we can assist with investigation and claims handling. Early action preserves evidence and legal options, so reach out promptly after an injury to protect your rights and begin the recovery process.