By: Ricardo A Garcia
Schedule A Free Consultation With Board Certified Attorney Ricardo A. Garcia.
Were You Injured Due To A Car Accident?
Over 100 Million In Accident Related Settlements and Verdicts
Mcallen car accident lawyer Ricardo A. Garcia has over 30 years of experience helping people like you recover damages from car accidents. He is recognized as a board certified personal injury lawyer in Texas, he is well known throughout the legal community as a highly skilled, and knowledgable trial attorney with hundreds of millions in settlements achieved for his clients. When the responsible parties offer unfair settlements, you need Ricardo on your case.
We Can Help You Obtain Compensation After A Car Accident
Insurance companies are not in the business to lose money. When an accident happens, they have a team of adjusters and attorneys that have spent their entire careers fighting to save their company money. They understand the law just as well as we do. If they paid out every accident victim, they would soon be out of business.
This is why you want to pick a car accident lawyer carefully. You will want to choose an attorney with elite negotiating skills and a track record of lucrative settlements from insurance companies.
Ricardo A. Garcia has handled hundreds if not thousands of cases just like yours. He knows how to deal with insurance companies, and calculate how much your claim is worth. Most importantly, the Insurance companies will stop their low ball offers, and they will change their tune once they see he is representing your claim.
How Much Do We Charge To Represent You?
We are paid a percentage of your claim or settlement after a successful recovery. We will take care of all of the up-front costs associated with representation, which is called contingency fee basis. When we win your case, we are reimbursed for upfront fees and expenses that were paid throughout the life of a case.
How Much Is Your Car Accident Lawsuit Worth?
We are asked this question all the time. The question you should be asking is “how do i maximize compensation for a car accident injury?”. You do this by hiring an attorney with a track record showing multi million dollar case results. An attorney with decades of experience, and his team of legal professionals and connections. His reputation will also matter with the insurance companies.
After you make a choice in attorney, you will start to understand the value of your claim after a thorough investigation, negotiations or trial.
Unfortunately, we cannot give you a number because there are far too many variables at play. For example, how severe are the injuries, type of injuries, location of injuries, lost wages, vehicle make and model, how many persons were injured, was it a commercial vehicle or another driver such as yourself.
Below are some of the factors taken into consideration when an attorney negotiates with the insurance company.
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Current and future medical bills / expenses;
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Medical equipment/devices and prescriptions;
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Loss of earnings capacity / lost wages;
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Severity of injuries and location of scars or disfigurement;
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Loss of consortium and wrongful death;
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Pain and suffering;
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Property Damage;
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Where the accident occurred (courts, judge, location);
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The insurance company;
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The defending attorney;
Schedule A Free Consultation And Find Out How Much Your Claim Is Worth
When you schedule a Free Consultation with Injury Attorney Ricardo A. Garcia he will put 30 years of experience and skill behind your case, and he knows how to obtain fair and full compensation for your damages. He has decades of experience handling car accident claims, and negotiating with insurance companies. He is not just a car accident lawyer, but also a trial attorney with many wins representing clients in court in-front of judge and jury.
We serve residents of the following cities who have been injured in a car accident
Types of Accidents We Handle
How A Car Accident Claim Works
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You have an entire team of legal professionals working on your claim, which will be led by an experienced car accident attorney.
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You will have an open line of communications with the lead on your automobile accident claim. Your questions will be answered in a timely manner, and we will keep you updated as the case progresses.
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Our injury and accident investigation team will deep dive into your car accidents timeline, evidence, witnesses, medical expenses, and injuries.
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Experts will be brought in as needed to backup your claim.
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Witnesses will be interviewed.
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Review and analysis of medical records, bills, lost wages, damaged property. This will include pain and suffering.
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Aggressively pursue reimbursement for all damages, which may include insurance claims, lawsuits, and workers comp.
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Your assigned team will handle all communications and negotiations with the insurance company’s adjuster.
How Long Does A Car Accident Lawsuit Take From Start to Finish?
In Mcallen Texas the time line can range from 1-2 months, where others can last up to a year or more. Medical treatment can be a big factor in the time it takes, because you will want to wait until the medical care has been completed after your car accident.
Settlement or Lawsuit
Not all cases settle, but the majority are settled through negotiations. When there is a failure to negotiate a settlement, your attorney will likely file a lawsuit and prepare for trial.
This process can take much longer than a traditional settlement, because there is much more involved when a lawsuit has been filed. A lawsuit should only be filed if the facts and evidence support the claim. With this scenario being the only way to produce the outcome your attorney believes is fair and just.
How We Seek Max Compensation For Your Accident And Injury!
Evidence is key. With injuries, its important to seek medical attention as soon as possible to document your injuries and avoid making your injuries worse.
This will also prevent the insurance company from making an argument that you have purposely disregarded medical attention, which could reduce your compensation.
Evidence also entails documenting the accident and injury with photos, including tire marks, different angles and the entire site of the accident.
Finally, it is vital to obtain all witnesses contact information, and the insurance information from the other drivers involved.
Car Accident Compensation Laws in Texas
Under Texas law, you are able to seek compensation if you bear partial responsibility for the accident.
However, a judgment and settlement will be proportionally discounted based on your degree of fault. For example, if you are deemed 20 percent at fault for an accident with total damages amounting to $100,000, your judgment is capped at $80,000.
Compensation denial only occurs if you are found to be more than 50 percent at fault. Our responsibility is to maximize your compensation by preventing the other party from placing blame on you for the accident.
Statute of Limitations on Car Accident Claims in Texas
In Texas, the window for taking legal action after an accident is two years from the date of the accident.
This timeframe underscores the importance of engaging an attorney quickly.
Time is of the essence in preserving evidence, interviewing witnesses, and being able to take essential steps while constructing a robust case.
If you wait until right before the deadline, you may jeopardize your ability to pursue the case altogether.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Driving under the influence: One of the most common causes of an automobile accident is driving while intoxicated. More than 9,000 people are killed in alcohol-related accidents each year, accounting for one-third of all traffic-related deaths.
When a driver is impaired due to alcohol, their reflexes and judgment are affected. This makes it difficult for them to control the vehicle, including staying in their own lane or stopping when needed.
In Mcallen, TX a driver is considered drunk (legally) when they get behind the wheel with a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher.
- Distracted driving: Using mobile phones, texting, eating, or engaging in other distracting activities while driving can take attention away from the road and lead to accidents.
- Reckless driving: Aggressive driving behaviors such as tailgating, frequent lane changes, and weaving in and out of traffic can lead to accidents. Additionally, failing to yield at intersections or when merging onto highways can cause collisions, as can disregarding traffic signs and signals. Driving at speeds higher than the posted speed limits or too fast for road conditions reduces reaction time and increases the severity of accidents.
- Fatigue: Drowsy driving can impair a driver’s ability to focus and react quickly. Often, driving on too little sleep can be just as dangerous as driving while intoxicated.
If You Were Injured In A Car Accident, Contact Us Today For A Free Consultation With Board Certified Attorney Ricardo A. Garcia in Mcallen, TX.
Put Skill And Experience To Work On Your Car Accident Claim
Our founding attorney Ricardo A. Garcia is recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization as a Board Certified Personal Injury Specialist, a specialization achieved by less than 3% of attorneys practicing in Texas. This includes the honorary title of fellow, which less than 1% have achieved. Ricardo A. Garcia is the attorney you hire when you are looking for the best car accident attorney in Mcallen and across the state of Texas.
Every client is represented by a team of professionals from the moment we take your case. Our team does not have a large case load, which allows us to give you the attention and care you are looking for.
More importantly, we have a track record of success, which includes thousands of accident and injury case wins, with numerous multi million dollar verdicts.
Our Mcallen Law Office Location
Mcallen Office
Address:
820 South Main St., McAllen, Texas 78501
Phone:
(956) 630-2882
Fax:
(956) 630-2882