Wilbarger County Personal Injury Attorney — Texas Representation

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas? Most personal injury claims in Texas must be filed within two years from the date of the injury. Certain circumstances may affect that deadline, so prompt evaluation of your case helps preserve your rights and ensures compliance with filing requirements.

Insurance companies may offer early settlements that appear convenient but often undervalue long-term medical care and future losses. Before accepting any offer, review all current and anticipated expenses to determine whether the payment fairly compensates your total damages. Consulting with legal counsel can help you evaluate offers, understand potential future costs, and decide whether negotiation or further action is warranted to protect your interests.

Most personal injury consultations are free, and many firms, including The White Law Firm, P.C., handle cases on a contingency basis, meaning attorneys receive payment only if they recover compensation on your behalf. This arrangement allows injured individuals to pursue claims without upfront legal fees. During the consultation, expect an honest assessment of the claim’s strengths, potential recovery, and recommended next steps tailored to your unique circumstances.

You may recover economic damages such as medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life may also be available depending on the case. Damages for future medical care and diminished earning capacity may be included when injuries have long-term consequences. Accurate documentation of expenses and impacts is essential to support a full recovery.

Many personal injury cases resolve through negotiation or mediation, but some disputes require litigation to achieve fair compensation. If settlement negotiations do not produce a fair result, filing a lawsuit and proceeding to trial may be necessary to pursue justice. We prepare each case as though it will go to trial to strengthen negotiation leverage and ensure readiness if court proceedings become necessary.

Fault is determined by examining evidence such as police reports, witness statements, photographs, and expert analysis of the incident. Texas uses comparative negligence rules, which can reduce recovery based on the injured person’s percentage of fault. Accurately assessing fault requires careful review of all available information and sometimes the assistance of technical or medical professionals to explain how the incident occurred and who is responsible.

You may handle small or straightforward claims on your own, but larger or disputed claims often benefit from legal representation. Self-handled claims risk accepting insufficient settlements or missing important legal deadlines and rights. Legal assistance can help identify all possible sources of recovery, calculate full damages, and manage communications with insurers to avoid inadvertent concessions.

Case length varies based on injury severity, medical treatment timelines, insurance responsiveness, and whether litigation becomes necessary. Some cases settle in a few months, while more complex matters can take a year or longer to resolve. We provide regular updates and estimates based on case progress and work to achieve timely resolution without sacrificing a fair outcome.

Bring any police reports, medical records, bills, photographs, witness contact information, and insurance correspondence. Even incomplete records are helpful for an initial assessment and planning next steps. If you cannot gather everything before the consultation, provide as many details as possible and we will help collect remaining documentation during the investigation process.

You can reach The White Law Firm, P.C. by calling (713) 780-1633 to schedule a consultation. We serve clients across Texas and can arrange a meeting by phone or in person to review your claim. During your consultation, we will discuss the facts, explain available options, and outline potential next steps to protect your rights and pursue appropriate compensation.