Kaufman County Personal Injury Attorney — Texas Representation

How quickly you should seek medical attention depends on the severity of your symptoms, but prompt care both protects your health and documents injuries for a claim. Keep records of all visits, diagnoses, and treatments to support damages. Reporting the incident to the appropriate authorities, such as police or property management, also helps preserve evidence and creates an official record of the event.

In most personal injury cases in Texas, the statute of limitations to file a lawsuit is two years from the date of injury, but exceptions can apply depending on the circumstances. Because deadlines vary and missed limits can bar recovery, timely consultation and action are important to preserve your rights.

You may recover economic damages such as medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and lost wages, as well as non-economic damages like pain and suffering. In certain cases, additional forms of recovery may be available if the conduct causing your injury was particularly harmful. A careful evaluation of your medical records and future care needs helps estimate total damages that should be pursued in negotiation or litigation.

Many claims resolve through settlement, but cases move to court when insurers refuse reasonable offers or when liability and damages are disputed. Preparing a case for litigation strengthens negotiating leverage and ensures readiness if trial becomes necessary. Your legal representative will discuss options at each stage and recommend the best path based on the facts and likely outcomes.

The White Law Firm, P.C. typically handles personal injury matters on a contingency basis, which means legal fees are paid as a percentage of any recovery rather than upfront. This arrangement allows clients to pursue claims without immediate legal bills and aligns the firm’s interests with achieving meaningful results. During a consultation we will clearly explain fee arrangements, potential costs, and how medical bills and liens are handled in a settlement.

Ensure safety and obtain medical care for any injuries, then contact law enforcement to make an accident report when appropriate. Gather contact information from other drivers and witnesses, take photographs of the scene and damages, and preserve any evidence related to the crash. Notify your insurance company but avoid giving recorded statements about fault; consult your attorney before making detailed statements or accepting settlement offers from insurers.

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule where your recovery may be reduced by your share of fault, and you may be barred from recovery if you are more than 50% responsible. Even if you bear some responsibility, you may still recover a portion of damages, so discussing the specific facts with a lawyer is important. A careful evaluation of evidence can often reduce an initial attribution of fault and improve the potential recovery available to you.

Case duration depends on the complexity of injuries, the extent of required medical treatment, willingness of parties to negotiate, and court schedules. Some cases settle within months, while others that require litigation may take a year or longer. Regular communication and prompt provision of medical records and documents can help move a case more efficiently toward resolution.

If the responsible party lacks sufficient insurance, you may be able to seek recovery through your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage if available. Other avenues may include claims against additional responsible parties or pursuing personal assets when appropriate. An attorney can review policy language, coverage limits, and alternative recovery options to determine the best strategy for your circumstances.

Contact our office at (713) 780-1633 to schedule an initial review of your case. We will listen to the facts, advise on deadlines and options, and explain how we would proceed to protect your rights and pursue compensation. If you decide to proceed, we will begin collecting records, preserving evidence, and communicating with insurers on your behalf to advance the claim efficiently.