A Brownsville car accident lawyer helps people hurt in a crash hold the at-fault driver responsible and recover for their medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. The Lopez Law Group represents car accident victims in Brownsville and across Cameron County and the Rio Grande Valley, in English and Spanish. As a personal injury law firm, we work on contingency, so you pay no attorney's fee and no case expenses unless we recover for you. Contact an accident attorney for a free consultation.
A Brownsville car accident lawyer helps people hurt in a crash hold the at-fault driver responsible and recover for their medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. The Lopez Law Group represents car accident victims in Brownsville and across Cameron County and the Rio Grande Valley, in English and Spanish. Phone: (956) 968-7800.
What to do after a car accident in Brownsville
What you do after a car crash shapes your insurance claim:
- Call 911 and get a police report
- Seek medical attention right away, even if you feel fine, because some injuries surface later
- Photograph the vehicles, the scene and your injuries
- Exchange insurance and get witness information
- Do not admit fault, and do not give the other driver's insurer a recorded statement before you talk to a lawyer
These steps protect a car accident claim and make it far easier for an accident lawyer in Brownsville to prove what happened.
Common causes of car accidents in Brownsville
Most car accidents in Brownsville come from a driver who was not paying attention. The common causes we see include:
- Distracted driving and texting behind the wheel
- Speeding and running red lights
- Drunk driving
- Unsafe lane changes and tailgating
- Fatigue
Each cause points to who is at fault, and an experienced car accident attorney uses the police report, camera footage and Texas Department of Transportation data to prove it.
Who is liable and how Texas law treats a car accident
In most cases the at-fault driver, through their insurance, pays for the harm. Texas uses a modified comparative negligence rule, so you can still recover as long as you are not more than 50 percent at fault, with your recovery reduced by your share. The insurance company knows this rule, and the adjuster's job is to shift blame to you and pay less. An experienced Brownsville personal injury attorney answers that with evidence and deals with the adjuster so you do not have to.
Car accident injuries
A car crash can cause severe injuries: whiplash and neck damage, back and spine injuries, broken bones, traumatic brain injuries and internal injuries. Some serious injuries do not show up for days, which is why prompt medical care matters both for your health and for your claim. A car accident attorney ties every injury to the crash in the medical records, so the insurer cannot blame something else.
Compensation in a Brownsville car accident claim
Texas law lets car accident victims recover both economic and non-economic damages:
- Compensation for medical bills, past and future
- Lost wages and lost income
- Property damage to your vehicle
- Pain and suffering and lasting disability
How much a car accident case is worth depends on the injuries and the evidence, so no honest lawyer quotes a settlement figure before reviewing your records. Our job is to prove the full value so you get fair compensation and the compensation you deserve.
The deadline to file a car accident claim in Texas
In most cases you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit under Texas law and Section 16.003. A claim filed late can be blocked no matter how strong it is, and evidence fades over time. It helps to speak with an experienced car accident attorney soon after the crash.
How our Brownsville car accident attorneys handle your case
The legal process gets the same care whether your case settles or goes to trial. It starts with a free consultation where we explain your legal options in plain words. Our legal team investigates, gathers the police report and evidence, handles the insurance adjuster, builds the medical records, and files a personal injury claim with a full demand. When there is no fair offer, we file a lawsuit and fight for the compensation you are owed. That is how dedicated Brownsville personal injury attorneys move car accident claims in Brownsville from a low first offer to a fair result. For any other kind of injury, our Brownsville personal injury lawyer page covers the full range of injury cases, including a Brownsville truck accident.
Why Brownsville car accident victims choose The Lopez Law Group
We are a bilingual personal injury law firm with roots in the Rio Grande Valley, serving victims in Brownsville and Cameron County. You get experienced Brownsville car accident attorneys, direct access to attorney Fernando J. Lopez, and a firm that has represented more than 2,500 clients in 18 years. We work only on contingency, so you never pay unless we recover money for you, and Spanish-speaking families get everything in their language. You pay no attorney's fee and no case expenses unless we recover for you, and the consultation is free.
Frequently asked questions
Is it worth getting a lawyer after a Texas car accident?
For anything beyond a minor fender bender, yes. Insurers move fast to limit what they pay, and an experienced car accident attorney levels the field and deals with the adjuster. Since we work on contingency, there is no cost to find out where your case stands.
What should I not tell the other driver's insurer?
Do not admit fault, do not guess about your injuries, and do not give a recorded statement or accept quick money before your lawyer reviews the claim. Be fully honest with your own attorney, that is the one person on your side.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost in Texas?
Personal injury cases in Texas are handled on a contingency fee. The attorney's fee is a share of the recovery, agreed in writing before the case begins. You pay no attorney's fee and no case expenses unless we recover for you. The exact percentage is stated in the written agreement you sign.
Do you help Spanish-speaking clients?
Yes. Our team represents car accident victims in English and Spanish across Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley.
Talk to a Brownsville car accident lawyer today
If you were injured in a car accident in Brownsville or anywhere in the Rio Grande Valley, contact our accident lawyers today for a free consultation. You pay no attorney's fee and no case expenses unless we recover for you. The attorney responsible for the content of this page is Fernando J. Lopez. Our primary office is in Weslaco, Texas.
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