Nurillo Personal Injury Lawyer in Texas

Costs are often a major concern. In many personal injury matters, we represent clients on a contingency fee basis, which means legal fees are taken as a percentage of any recovery rather than paid upfront. If a case does not recover compensation, contingency arrangements typically mean the client owes no attorney fee, though certain case-related expenses may still apply. We discuss fee arrangements and potential costs during the initial consultation.

The timeline depends on the complexity of the injuries, the availability of evidence, and whether the case settles or proceeds to trial. Simple claims may resolve in a few months, while complex claims can take a year or longer. We provide estimated timelines after reviewing your case and keep clients informed about delays, discovery schedules, and expected milestones throughout the process.

Medical bills should be addressed promptly. If you have health insurance, it may cover initial treatment and then seek reimbursement from any recovery. In some situations, medical providers treat on a lien basis until settlement. We can help coordinate with medical providers and look for sources of coverage to reduce immediate financial strain while your claim is pursued.

If the at-fault driver lacks insurance, your own uninsured motorist coverage may apply, subject to policy terms. Underinsured motorist coverage can help when the other driver’s limits are insufficient to cover your damages. We review insurance policies and identify available coverage sources to pursue compensation even when the at-fault party has limited or no insurance.

You should be cautious. Provide basic information needed for claims handling, but avoid detailed recorded statements or admissions of fault without legal guidance. Insurers often seek early statements that can be used to undervalue claims. Consulting with a lawyer before giving extensive statements helps protect your interests and ensures accurate information is presented in a way that supports your claim.

Fault is determined by evaluating evidence showing whether a party failed to exercise reasonable care. Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule, which can reduce recovery if the injured person is found partially responsible. If an injured person is assigned more than 50% fault, recovery may be barred. Accurate evidence collection and legal analysis are important to minimize any percentage assigned to the injured party.

Recoverable damages typically include past and future medical expenses, lost wages and loss of earning capacity, property damage, and non-economic damages such as pain and suffering. Depending on the case, punitive damages may be available in Texas when the defendant’s conduct is especially wrongful, but these are rare and require specific proof.

You are not required to hire a lawyer, but legal representation can be valuable when dealing with insurers, documenting injuries, and valuing long-term losses. A lawyer can help navigate procedural rules and deadlines. For complex cases, multiple parties, or significant injuries, representation improves the likelihood that you will receive a fair recovery that accounts for future needs as well as immediate costs.

Bring any medical records you have, police or accident reports, photographs of the scene and injuries, insurance information, and contact details for witnesses. If you have billing statements or pay stubs showing lost income, bring those too. If you cannot gather everything beforehand, we can request records as part of our initial review. The consultation is designed to assess key facts and outline next steps.

Contact our office by phone at (713) 780-1633 or through our website to request a free case review. We will discuss the facts, explain potential options, and outline what we can do to help you pursue compensation. If you choose to move forward, we will begin investigations, gather medical records, and coordinate with providers and insurers on your behalf.