Bartlett Personal Injury Attorney — Williamson County, Texas

You should seek medical attention as soon as possible after an injury to document injuries and start treatment. Early records help link care to the incident and support your claim. Also take photos of the scene and collect witness information when it is safe to do so. Keep copies of all medical bills, repair estimates, and pay stubs that show lost income. These documents are essential when calculating damages and when negotiating with insurers.

In most cases, the deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas is two years from the date of the injury. There are limited exceptions that can extend or shorten this period depending on the circumstances, so early action is important to preserve your rights. If you believe you may have a claim, consult promptly to ensure evidence is preserved and filings are made within applicable timelines.

Insurance companies may offer fast settlements that do not fully cover current and future expenses. Before accepting any offer, review all medical bills, anticipated treatment, and potential long-term impacts. Consult with legal counsel to evaluate whether the offer fairly compensates your losses and whether signing a release would prevent you from seeking additional funds later.

Texas follows a comparative fault system that reduces recovery by your percentage of fault. If you were partly responsible, you may still recover damages minus your share of responsibility. Accurate documentation and case presentation are important for minimizing assigned fault and protecting your recovery.

Compensation can include medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage, and non-economic losses like pain and suffering. In limited situations, punitive damages may be available where conduct was particularly egregious. A thorough evaluation of your medical and financial records helps determine the appropriate categories of damages to pursue.

Many cases resolve through settlement without a trial, but settlement offers vary and may not fully reflect your damages. Preparing a case as if it will go to trial strengthens negotiating leverage and often leads to better settlement results. If negotiations stall, filing suit and proceeding to trial may be necessary to achieve a fair outcome.

Personal injury attorneys commonly work on a contingency fee basis, meaning fees are paid from any recovery rather than upfront. This arrangement lets injured people pursue claims without immediate legal costs. Discuss fee structures and any case expenses during your initial consultation to understand how costs are handled.

Other benefits like health insurance or workers’ compensation may cover medical treatment, but those payers often have subrogation or repayment rights against any recovery from a third-party claim. Coordinating claims helps protect your interests and ensures medical providers and insurers are properly reimbursed from settlements when required.

Medical records, bills, photographs of injuries and the scene, witness statements, and police reports are central to proving a claim. Documentation of lost income and proof of related expenses also strengthen your case. Prompt collection and preservation of evidence improves the ability to secure a fair result.

Contact our office by phone at (713) 780-1633 or through the website to schedule a free review of your injury claim. We will evaluate the facts, explain possible recovery options, and outline next steps to protect your rights and pursue fair compensation. Early action helps preserve evidence and meet important deadlines.