Question 1

Should I hire an attorney for my accident?

Accepted Answer

Although you are never required to hire an attorney, it is usually best to do so as soon as possible. From the moment the insurance company is notified of the accident, they are building their case against you. Every statement made to the insurance company will be used to accomplish the insurance company’s goal of paying you as little as possible.

Question 2

What compensation am I entitled to after an accident?

Accepted Answer

After an accident or other injury caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, mental anguish, pain and suffering, and other legally compensable damages. An experienced attorney can properly evaluate your case to pursue everything available to you under Texas law.

Question 3

Does every personal injury claim go to court?

Accepted Answer

Not every case goes to court. In many cases, we can negotiate a favorable settlement with the insurance company. However, when the insurance company offers less than your case is worth, we will be fully prepared to take your case to court to fight for the compensation you deserve.

Question 4

How do I determine who is responsible for my injuries?

Accepted Answer

When someone is negligent, they may be held responsible for your injuries. Negligence is often difficult to define; however, a drunk driver can be considered negligent. Negligence takes on many forms – for example, a trucking company may be pushing drivers to travel long distances without allowing sufficient time between deliveries. In this case, the company may be considered negligent if you were injured by a truck driver who was speeding to get to his next delivery destination. A personal injury attorney will discuss all the aspects of your accident with you and help determine who is responsible.

Question 5

Who is the best personal injury attorney in San Antonio?

Accepted Answer

There are many great injury attorneys in San Antonio. There really isn’t a 'best' attorney, but you may find the best attorney for your particular situation. Make sure you interview several San Antonio injury lawyers and find one that you’re comfortable with and confident in. Look for someone with a strong track record, experience with cases like yours, and a willingness to take your case to trial if needed.

Question 6

How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?

Accepted Answer

We don’t charge any upfront costs. We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means that we don’t charge you a dime unless we recover money through a settlement or through a jury trial. The consultation is free, and we handle the upfront costs of filing suit, hiring experts (if necessary), and taking your case to a jury trial. If we do not win, you do not have to cover any of our costs.

Question 7

What should I do if I’m contacted by an insurance adjuster?

Accepted Answer

Insurance adjusters should be referred to your personal injury attorney. This is to protect yourself – remember, the adjuster’s task is to get you to settle your claim for as little as possible. In nearly all cases, the amount of the settlement is likely to be far less than your claim is worth. Be very cautious when answering any questions posed by an insurance adjuster because they will try to prove your injuries are not as serious as you claim, and they may also try to get you to admit partial responsibility for your injuries.

Question 8

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit?

Accepted Answer

Texas law allows victims in most personal injury cases to file a lawsuit within two years from the date of their accident. Exceptions may exist if the responsible party is a government agency; in these cases, you may have as little as six months.

Question 9

What else should I know about personal injury claims?

Accepted Answer

In addition to being aware of the statutes of limitations as they pertain to Texas injury claims, you should also be aware of what is called 'shared fault' statutes. Texas uses a modified comparative negligence rule meaning that if you are partially at fault for an accident where you suffer an injury, your final award may be reduced by the percentage of your fault.

It is also important to know that if you are found to be more than 50 percent at fault, you will be unable to collect any damages. For example, if your car is broadsided by a truck while you were distracted by a passenger in your car, and you were found 25 percent at fault for your injuries, you would recover $75,000 out of a $100,000 total award. You would not recover the $25,000 caused by your own fault.

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