Siesta Acres Personal Injury Attorney Serving Maverick County, Texas

What should I do immediately after being injured? Seek medical attention as your first priority and follow medical advice. Document the scene with photos, keep records of related expenses and communications, and obtain contact information for witnesses. When should I contact a lawyer? Contacting legal counsel early helps preserve evidence and ensures deadlines are met. A consultation can clarify whether legal representation would be beneficial for your case.

Many personal injury firms, including ours, handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you generally pay legal fees only if we recover compensation on your behalf. We explain fee arrangements during the initial consultation. You should also ask about any out-of-pocket costs for medical records, expert reports, or filing fees and how those expenses are handled if you recover a settlement or verdict.

Case timelines vary based on injury severity, treatment duration, and whether liability or damages are disputed. Some claims settle in a few months, while others require years if litigation proceeds. We provide a realistic assessment during evaluation and keep you updated on milestones, expected timelines, and options to accelerate or pursue a resolution as appropriate.

You may recover economic damages like medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages can include pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. In limited circumstances, punitive damages may be available to punish particularly harmful conduct, depending on Texas law and case facts.

Many injury cases resolve through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution without a trial. However, if insurers refuse fair offers or liability is contested, filing a lawsuit and going to court may be necessary. We prepare each case as if it will go to trial to preserve leverage in settlement talks and ensure courtroom readiness if needed.

Coordination of benefits depends on your insurance coverage and the defendant’s liability. We help document medical costs and negotiate with insurers to address outstanding bills during settlement discussions. In some cases, liens or subrogation claims by medical providers or insurers must be resolved as part of the final settlement process.

If the at-fault party lacks sufficient insurance, other recovery options may include your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, claims against other responsible parties, or pursuing the defendant’s personal assets when feasible. We evaluate all available sources of compensation and advise on the best path to pursue recovery based on the circumstances.

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule, which allows recovery as long as your percentage of fault is less than the other party’s. Your damages are reduced by your share of fault. Accurate allocation of fault requires careful investigation and presentation of evidence, which we can assist with to minimize your assigned percentage of responsibility.

Medical records, photographs of injuries and the scene, police reports, witness statements, and documentation of lost income are among the most persuasive evidence in a personal injury claim. Maintaining a chronological file of treatment notes, bills, and correspondence strengthens your position during negotiations or trial.

Call (713) 780-1633 or use our website to request a free consultation. We will review your information, explain possible legal options, and outline next steps for investigation or negotiation. There is no obligation to proceed after the consultation, and we will discuss fee arrangements and any initial actions you should take to protect your claim.