Experienced Car Accident Attorney Serving Texas
If you've been injured in a car accident anywhere in Texas, contact experienced car accident lawyer Liz Valdez Garza today for a free consultation. With over 25 years of legal experience, Attorney Liz Valdez Garza provides aggressive representation for auto accident victims throughout Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and across Texas. Call (866) LA-LEONA or (866) 525-3662 now for immediate assistance. Free consultation available. No fee unless you win your case. Don't let insurance companies minimize your injuries or undervalue your claim. Contact experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza today to protect your rights and fight for maximum compensation.
Common Types of Car Accidents We Handle
Liz Valdez Garza Law Firm handles all types of car accident cases throughout Texas including rear-end collisions which are among the most common accidents often causing whiplash and back injuries, head-on collisions which are extremely dangerous often resulting in catastrophic injuries or death, T-bone accidents or side-impact collisions which frequently occur at intersections causing serious injuries, multi-vehicle pileups involving three or more vehicles creating complex liability issues, hit and run accidents where the at-fault driver flees the scene, drunk driving accidents caused by intoxicated drivers, distracted driving accidents involving texting, cell phone use, or other distractions, speeding accidents where excessive speed causes or worsens crashes, intersection accidents caused by running red lights or stop signs, highway accidents on Texas interstates and highways, parking lot accidents in shopping centers and businesses, rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft vehicles, and single vehicle accidents caused by road defects or vehicle malfunctions. No matter what type of car accident caused your injuries, contact experienced auto accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza at (866) LA-LEONA for aggressive representation.
Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents cause a wide range of injuries from minor to catastrophic. Common car accident injuries we handle include whiplash and soft tissue injuries affecting neck, back, and shoulders, traumatic brain injuries and concussions from head impacts, spinal cord injuries potentially causing paralysis, broken bones and fractures in arms, legs, ribs, pelvis, back injuries including herniated discs and nerve damage, internal injuries to organs requiring emergency treatment, lacerations and scarring from glass or metal, burn injuries in severe crashes or fires, psychological injuries including PTSD and anxiety, and wrongful death when accidents prove fatal. Car accident injuries often worsen over time as hidden damage becomes apparent. Even if you feel okay initially, seek immediate medical attention to document injuries and protect your health and legal claim. Contact Liz Valdez Garza Law Firm at (866) LA-LEONA to discuss your car accident injuries and legal options throughout Texas.
Determining Fault in Texas Car Accidents
Establishing fault is crucial in car accident cases. Texas follows modified comparative negligence rules meaning you can recover damages even if partially at fault, but your compensation reduces by your percentage of fault and you cannot recover if more than 50% at fault. Common causes of car accidents that establish fault include distracted driving such as texting while driving, drunk driving or driving under influence of drugs, speeding or driving too fast for conditions, running red lights or stop signs, failing to yield right of way, following too closely or tailgating, improper lane changes or merging, drowsy driving or falling asleep at wheel, aggressive driving or road rage, defective vehicle parts or maintenance failures, and poor road conditions or design defects. Evidence proving fault includes police accident reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, dashcam video, accident scene photos, vehicle damage patterns, cell phone records proving distracted driving, toxicology reports in DUI cases, and accident reconstruction expert analysis. Experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza thoroughly investigates accidents to prove fault and maximize your compensation. Call (866) LA-LEONA today.
Compensation Available in Car Accident Cases
Car accident victims in Texas may recover various types of compensation. Economic damages include all medical expenses for emergency room, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, ongoing treatment, future medical care, prescription medications, medical equipment, lost wages for time missed from work, lost earning capacity if injuries affect future employment, property damage to repair or replace your vehicle, and other out-of-pocket expenses. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering for physical pain and discomfort, emotional distress including anxiety and depression, loss of enjoyment of life and activities, scarring and disfigurement, and loss of consortium for damage to spousal relationship. In cases involving drunk driving or extreme recklessness, punitive damages may be available to punish the at-fault driver. The value of your car accident case depends on injury severity, amount of medical treatment, permanency of injuries, impact on daily life and work, degree of fault of other driver, available insurance coverage, and strength of evidence supporting your claim. Contact experienced car accident lawyer Liz Valdez Garza at (866) LA-LEONA for free evaluation of your case value throughout Texas.
Dealing With Insurance Companies After Car Accidents
Insurance companies protect their profits, not your interests. Common insurance company tactics after car accidents include quick lowball settlement offers before you know full extent of injuries, requesting recorded statements to get you to say things that hurt your case, disputing injury severity or claiming pre-existing conditions, delaying claim processing hoping you'll give up or accept less, surveillance of claimants to catch activities that contradict injury claims, and denying claims based on policy exclusions or coverage disputes. Never speak with insurance adjusters without attorney representation. What you say can be used against you even if you think you're being helpful. Never sign anything from insurance companies without attorney review. Never accept settlement offers without consulting an attorney - initial offers are almost always far below true case value. Contact car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza immediately at (866) LA-LEONA before dealing with insurance companies. We handle all insurance communications while you focus on medical recovery. Available throughout Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and across Texas.
Texas Car Accident Laws and Deadlines
Texas law imposes strict deadlines and requirements for car accident claims. The statute of limitations for Texas car accident cases is generally 2 years from accident date to file lawsuit, but this can be shorter for government entity claims requiring notice within 6 months. Texas follows modified comparative negligence reducing recovery by your percentage of fault and barring recovery if more than 50% at fault. Texas requires minimum auto insurance coverage of $30,000 per person for bodily injury, $60,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage, though many drivers carry only these minimums or drive uninsured. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage protects you when at-fault drivers lack adequate insurance. Police reports must be filed for accidents involving injury, death, or property damage over $1,000. Leaving an accident scene is a crime even if not at fault. Evidence preservation is critical - photos, witness information, and medical documentation must be gathered quickly before evidence disappears. Don't risk missing deadlines or making mistakes that destroy your claim. Contact experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza immediately at (866) LA-LEONA for representation throughout Texas.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Texas
Taking proper steps after a car accident protects your health and legal rights. Immediately after an accident, check for injuries and call 911 for medical help and police, move to safety if possible but don't leave the scene, exchange information with other drivers including names, phone numbers, insurance details, license plate numbers, and driver's license numbers, take photos of vehicle damage, accident scene, road conditions, traffic controls, visible injuries, and surrounding area, identify witnesses and get their contact information, obtain police report number and officer information, and avoid admitting fault or apologizing which can hurt your claim. After leaving the scene, seek medical attention immediately even if you feel okay, follow all medical treatment recommendations, keep detailed records of all medical treatment and expenses, report the accident to your insurance company but provide only basic facts, avoid giving recorded statements to any insurance company, preserve evidence including damaged clothing and medical records, and contact experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza immediately at (866) LA-LEONA before speaking with insurance adjusters. Early legal representation protects your rights and strengthens your case throughout Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and all of Texas.
Why Choose Liz Valdez Garza as Your Car Accident Lawyer
When choosing a car accident lawyer, experience and results matter. Liz Valdez Garza Law Firm offers over 25 years of legal experience handling complex personal injury cases, proven track record of successful car accident case results, thorough investigation of every accident to build strongest possible case, aggressive negotiation with insurance companies for maximum settlements, willingness to take cases to trial when necessary for full compensation, personalized attention with direct attorney involvement in every case, bilingual services with fluency in English and Spanish, statewide representation throughout all of Texas, free consultation to evaluate your case with no obligation, contingency fee representation meaning no fee unless you win, and 24/7 availability for emergency consultations. Attorney Liz Valdez Garza personally handles cases rather than passing them to junior associates. We advance all case costs so you pay nothing out of pocket. We fight for full compensation covering all medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future damages. Don't trust your car accident case to inexperienced attorneys or large firms where you're just a case number. Choose experienced car accident lawyer Liz Valdez Garza for dedicated representation. Call (866) LA-LEONA now.
Car Accident Statistics in Texas
Texas leads the nation in traffic fatalities with over 4,000 deaths annually. Car accidents in Texas occur every 57 seconds with someone injured in a traffic crash every 2 minutes and someone killed every 2 hours. The Rio Grande Valley including Brownsville and McAllen experiences high accident rates due to heavy traffic, commercial truck traffic, tourist travel, and cross-border travel. Common accident locations include Interstate 35 running through San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas, Interstate 10 through San Antonio and Houston, Interstate 37 connecting San Antonio to Corpus Christi, Highway 77 through the Rio Grande Valley, Highway 83 through Brownsville and McAllen, and major Texas city intersections and highways. Peak accident times include evening rush hours, Friday and Saturday nights, holidays especially Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, and spring break periods with increased tourist traffic. Contributing factors to Texas car accidents include distracted driving now the leading cause, drunk driving resulting in one-third of fatal crashes, speeding involved in one-third of fatal crashes, uninsured drivers with Texas having among the highest rates, and large commercial trucks sharing highways. If you've been injured in a Texas car accident, contact experienced attorney Liz Valdez Garza at (866) LA-LEONA immediately.
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Many Texas drivers carry only minimum required insurance or no insurance at all. Uninsured motorist coverage protects you when hit by drivers with no insurance, hit and run drivers who flee the scene, and drivers whose insurance companies deny coverage or go bankrupt. Underinsured motorist coverage protects you when at-fault driver's insurance is insufficient to cover your damages. Texas requires insurance companies to offer uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage though drivers can reject it in writing. If you carry uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, you can file claims against your own insurance company when at-fault drivers lack adequate coverage. Your insurance company must pay your damages up to your policy limits. However, your own insurance company may fight your claim using same tactics as other insurance companies. You need experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza to fight your own insurance company for full compensation. Uninsured/underinsured motorist claims often involve complex legal issues about coverage limits, policy exclusions, and bad faith insurance practices. Don't try to handle these claims alone. Call (866) LA-LEONA now for experienced representation throughout Texas.
Multi-Vehicle Accident Cases
Multi-vehicle accidents involving three or more vehicles create complex liability issues. Chain reaction crashes occur when one driver causes initial impact triggering multiple subsequent collisions. Determining fault requires careful investigation of each impact sequence, driver actions, road conditions, and contributing factors. Multiple at-fault drivers may share liability with each responsible for portion of damages. Multiple insurance companies mean multiple adjusters protecting different interests. Evidence gathering becomes critical including witness statements, traffic camera footage, dashcam video, accident reconstruction analysis, and vehicle damage patterns. Texas comparative negligence rules apply meaning multiple drivers can share fault with damages apportioned accordingly. Settlement negotiations become more complex with multiple parties and insurance companies. Some insurance companies may settle quickly while others delay or deny claims. Court jurisdiction issues may arise if accident occurred in one county but drivers live in different counties. Multi-vehicle accidents often result in serious injuries or deaths due to multiple impacts and high forces involved. These complex cases require experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza to investigate thoroughly, prove liability against all at-fault drivers, and maximize total compensation from all sources. Call (866) LA-LEONA today.
Rideshare Accidents - Uber and Lyft
Rideshare accidents involving Uber and Lyft drivers create unique legal issues. Liability depends on driver status at time of accident - if driver was logged into app but no passenger, limited coverage applies, if driver accepted ride and traveling to pickup passenger, higher coverage applies, and if driver had passenger in vehicle, full commercial coverage applies. Uber and Lyft provide $1 million liability coverage when drivers have passengers or are en route to pickups but only limited coverage other times. Multiple potentially liable parties include rideshare driver, rideshare company, other drivers involved in accident, and vehicle owners. Insurance coverage disputes frequently arise about which insurance policy applies - driver's personal policy, rideshare company's policy, or other driver's policy. Rideshare companies often deny responsibility claiming drivers are independent contractors. Evidence preservation is critical including rideshare app data, GPS records, driver ratings and history, and passenger receipts. Injured passengers can file claims against rideshare driver's insurance, rideshare company's insurance, and other at-fault drivers. Injured drivers in other vehicles can file claims against rideshare driver and company. Complex investigations and negotiations require experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza. Call (866) LA-LEONA now for representation throughout Texas.
Hit and Run Accidents in Texas
Hit and run accidents occur when at-fault drivers flee accident scenes without providing information or rendering aid. Texas law requires drivers to stop after accidents, provide information, and render reasonable assistance. Leaving accident scenes is a crime punishable by fines, license suspension, and potential jail time. Hit and run accidents create unique challenges including identifying fleeing drivers, locating fleeing drivers who may have fled across state lines or international borders, proving liability without driver statements or insurance information, and recovering compensation when drivers lack insurance or assets. Options for recovering compensation include filing uninsured motorist claims with your own insurance company if you carry uninsured motorist coverage, filing Crime Victims Compensation claims with Texas for limited assistance, and locating and suing hit and run drivers if identified. Evidence gathering becomes critical including witness descriptions of fleeing vehicle and driver, surveillance video from nearby businesses or traffic cameras, vehicle parts or paint left at scene, and police investigation reports. Some hit and run drivers are never identified leaving uninsured motorist claims as only recovery option. Texas Crime Victims Compensation provides limited assistance for medical expenses and lost wages. Experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza investigates hit and run accidents thoroughly and pursues all available compensation sources. Call (866) LA-LEONA now.
Wrongful Death in Car Accidents
When car accidents prove fatal, surviving family members may file wrongful death claims. Texas wrongful death law allows claims by deceased victim's surviving spouse, children, and parents. If surviving family doesn't file within 3 months, deceased's estate can file claims. Compensation available in wrongful death cases includes all medical expenses incurred before death, funeral and burial expenses, loss of deceased's income and earning capacity, loss of inheritance deceased would have provided, loss of household services deceased provided, loss of care, companionship, and society, mental anguish and emotional suffering of survivors, and loss of parental guidance for surviving children. Proving wrongful death requires establishing at-fault driver's negligence caused the death and quantifying economic and non-economic losses to family. Evidence includes accident reports, autopsy reports, medical records, employment and income records, expert testimony about lost income and services, and family testimony about impact of loss. Insurance companies often dispute wrongful death claims arguing deceased was at fault or damages are overstated. Texas statute of limitations for wrongful death is 2 years from date of death. These devastating cases require compassionate yet aggressive representation from experienced wrongful death attorney Liz Valdez Garza. Call (866) LA-LEONA now for dedicated representation throughout Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and all of Texas.
Car Accident Cases Involving Children
Car accidents involving child injuries require special legal protections. Texas law provides extended statute of limitations for children - the 2-year deadline doesn't begin until child turns 18, giving them until age 20 to file claims. Parents or guardians file claims on behalf of minor children. Compensation for child injuries includes all medical expenses for emergency treatment, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and ongoing care, future medical expenses for continued treatment throughout childhood and beyond, pain and suffering experienced by child, permanent disability or disfigurement affecting child's future, loss of educational opportunities due to injuries, psychological counseling for trauma, and parents' derivative claims for medical expenses paid and loss of services. Child injury cases often involve higher damages due to lifetime impact of injuries and lengthy future medical care needs. Car seat violations may constitute negligence if improper restraints contributed to injuries. School zone accidents involving children create enhanced liability for drivers who fail to observe school zone speed limits and traffic controls. Pedestrian accidents frequently involve children due to their unpredictable behavior and lower visibility. These sensitive cases require experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza who understands children's unique legal needs. Call (866) LA-LEONA now.
Serving Texas Communities
Liz Valdez Garza Law Firm serves car accident victims throughout Texas including Brownsville and Cameron County in the Rio Grande Valley, McAllen and Hidalgo County including Edinburg, Mission, Pharr, Weslaco, Harlingen, Donna, and Mercedes, Corpus Christi and Nueces County along the Gulf Coast, San Antonio and Bexar County in Central Texas, Houston and Harris County in Southeast Texas, Dallas and Dallas County in North Texas, Laredo and Webb County on the Mexican border, and all surrounding Texas counties and communities. We represent car accident victims on all major Texas highways including Interstate 35, Interstate 10, Interstate 37, Interstate 45, Highway 77, Highway 83, Highway 281, and all state highways. We handle car accidents throughout urban areas, suburban communities, rural highways, and border regions. Attorney Liz Valdez Garza travels throughout Texas to meet with clients, investigate accident scenes, take depositions, and appear in court. No matter where your car accident occurred in Texas, contact us at (866) LA-LEONA for experienced representation. Se habla español. Servicios legales en español disponibles.
Contact Car Accident Lawyer Liz Valdez Garza Today
Don't wait to protect your rights after a car accident. Contact experienced car accident attorney Liz Valdez Garza today for a free consultation. Call (866) LA-LEONA or (866) 525-3662 now for immediate assistance. Email liz@valdezgarzalaw.com. Visit 866laleona.com to submit your case online. Free consultation available with no obligation to hire us. Contingency fee representation means no fee unless you win - we advance all case costs. Available 24/7 for emergency consultations. Bilingual services - Se habla español. Serving Brownsville, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, and all of Texas. Every day you wait puts your case at risk as evidence disappears and witnesses forget details. Insurance companies begin investigating immediately - you need an attorney protecting your interests from day one. Don't let insurance companies take advantage of you while you're injured and vulnerable. Contact experienced car accident lawyer Liz Valdez Garza now to fight for maximum compensation for your injuries, lost wages, pain and suffering, and all damages. Call (866) LA-LEONA today - we're here to help you get the compensation you deserve after your Texas car accident.