Petersburg Personal Injury Attorney in Texas

What you do in the hours and days after an injury can affect your claim. Seek medical attention, document the scene with photos, and secure witness contact information to preserve important evidence. Keep detailed records of treatment and expenses, and avoid giving recorded statements to insurers without consulting with counsel to protect your rights and strengthen your case.

Most personal injury claims in Texas must be filed within two years from the date of injury, but there are exceptions that can shorten or extend this period depending on the circumstances. You should consult promptly to determine the applicable deadline and ensure timely filing to avoid losing your right to pursue compensation.

You may be able to recover economic damages such as medical bills and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages for pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. Each case is different, and the amount recoverable depends on factors including the severity of injuries, medical prognosis, and evidence linking the harm to the defendant's actions.

Many personal injury cases resolve through negotiation and settlement without a trial, but if a fair resolution cannot be reached, filing a lawsuit and going to court may be necessary. We prepare every case for trial to make sure you are in the strongest possible position whether settlement or litigation is the final path.

Medical bills should be collected and organized as part of your damages. Health insurance, Medicaid, or workers' compensation may cover some costs initially, and liens or subrogation issues can affect final recovery. We work to identify all responsible parties and to negotiate payment arrangements and settlements that address outstanding medical obligations fairly.

Quick offers are often for less than the full value of your claim because insurers seek to limit their payouts. It is important to review any offer in light of current and future medical needs. We analyze the offer, project future costs, and advise whether a proposed settlement is reasonable or if further negotiation is warranted to protect your interests.

We typically handle personal injury matters on a contingency basis, which means fees are collected only if a recovery is obtained, allowing clients to pursue claims without upfront legal fees. We will explain the fee arrangement and any costs associated with pursuing your case during the initial consultation so you understand how the process works.

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule that can reduce your recovery by your percentage of fault but does not necessarily bar recovery unless your fault exceeds a legal threshold. An early assessment of liability and shared fault helps shape strategy and negotiating positions when multiple parties contributed to the incident.

Bring identification, insurance information, medical records you already have, any accident reports, photos, and contact details for witnesses to help the initial evaluation. Providing as much documentation as possible speeds case assessment and allows us to give more precise advice about next steps.

Case duration varies widely based on treatment timelines, the complexity of liability issues, and whether the matter settles or proceeds to trial. Some claims resolve in a few months, while others take longer. We provide ongoing updates and a realistic timeline based on your case specifics, medical progress, and the responses of insurers and opposing parties.