Undefeated Texas Car Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one were seriously injured in a car accident, you deserve a respected Texas car accident lawyer in your corner. Our team at Zehl & Associates Injury & Accident Lawyers has a proven track record of success that you can count on. We’re prepared to help you fight to recover the full compensation you deserve for medical bills, lost wages, pain, suffering, and more.
We take an aggressive approach and give each case the full attention it deserves. We have an undefeated record in the courtroom–and we’ve already recovered billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for accident victims like you. That includes some of the largest recoveries in state history.
If you were injured in a car accident, contact our law offices in Texas at 888-603-3636 to schedule a free consultation today.
Table of Contents
- Why You Should Trust Our Record-Setting Texas Car Accident Attorneys To Help With Your Case
- How Often Are People Injured in Car Accidents in Texas?
- What Is My Texas Car Accident Case Worth?
- What Types of Damages Are Available to Car Accident Victims in Texas?
- How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Respected Personal Injury Lawyer in Texas?
- How Can Texas Shared Fault Laws Impact My Compensation Award After an Accident?
- Our Lawyers in Texas Will Fight To Recover Compensation for All of Your Car Accident Injuries
- What Are the Leading Causes of Car Accidents in Texas?
- How Do I Prove Negligence After a Car Accident in Texas?
- How Long Do I Have To File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Car Accident in Texas?
- Contact Our Unbeaten Texas Car Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation
Why You Should Trust Our Record-Setting Texas Car Accident Attorneys To Help With Your Case
After a car accident, you deserve a legal team with the resources and experience to take on any opponent and recover the full compensation you deserve. And though countless Texas personal injury attorneys advertise their ability to win, few can point to a proven track record that speaks for itself the way ours does.
With Billions recovered, our victories confirm we don’t just win — we set records.
When you hire Zehl & Associates, you’re hiring a record-setting team that does whatever it takes to stand up, fight, and win for you:
- We protect you when the insurance company blames you for your injuries — and believe us, they will. Our lawyers have seen it all, and we know exactly how to put an end to their efforts to minimize the value of your case.
- We are here for you around the clock. Our clients are our top priority. From answering your questions any time of day to ensuring you’re able to access the best medical treatment possible, we are here for you every step of the way.
- We work longer and harder than our opponents. We conduct a full investigation into the crash, locate all parties who share legal liability for your injuries, Determine the extent of your losses and your case value, and bring in top-rated experts whose testimony will strengthen your claim.
- We NEVER settle for less than full compensation. We negotiate aggressively for the best settlement offer possible. And we never back down until we know we’re getting all of the compensation our clients deserve.
- We prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know that if they refuse to offer a settlement that fully compensates our clients for all their injuries and losses, we will take the case to trial, where we remain undefeated.
Our Texas personal injury lawyers will do everything in our power to get every available dollar after a crash. Call 1-888-603-3636 now for a free case review.
How Often Are People Injured in Car Accidents in Texas?
Car accident injuries are extremely common in the State of Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), in 2022 alone, 244,092 people were injured in auto accidents in Texas. Unfortunately, at least 18,880 of those injuries were serious. 4,481 people were killed in fatal crashes that year.
Based on those statistics, someone was injured in a motor vehicle accident in Texas every two 2 and 9 seconds.
What Is My Texas Car Accident Case Worth?
The following factors, however, are relevant in assessing the value of almost every personal injury claim:
- The severity of your injuries and prognosis for making a full recovery
- Your medical treatment costs
- How any long-term disability or impairment is expected to impact your future
- Your lost income during recovery
- The emotional trauma and physical pain you have experienced
- Whether you share blame for the crash
- The nature of the at-fault party’s actions
- Damage to your lifestyle and quality of life
Our lawyers in Texas have connections with leading medical professionals and experts in various fields. We’ll use those resources as we calculate your hard-to-value losses.
What Types of Damages Are Available to Car Accident Victims in Texas?
You can be compensated for virtually any loss you’ve suffered due to an accident and injury. In Texas, compensatory damages are classified as either economic damages or non-economic damages.
Economic damages compensate for your financial losses, including:
- Current medical bills
- Future medical expenses, including ongoing care and follow-up visits
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning potential
- In-home assistance
- Medical devices and medications
- Rehabilitation
- Property damage to your vehicle and belongings
Serious injuries also leave victims struggling with a range of personal losses. You may be struggling with both physical limitations and emotional trauma. These are your non-economic damages.
Some common examples include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD and fear
- Diminished quality of life and loss of enjoyment of life
- Physical disfigurement and scarring
- Loss of consortium in fatal accident cases
In extreme cases where the defendant’s acts were intentional or extremely shocking, Texas courts may award punitive damages. These damages can greatly increase your compensation award, but they are rare. They’re meant only to punish the at-fault party for their actions.
How Much Does It Cost To Hire a Respected Personal Injury Lawyer in Texas?
Costs can add up quickly when you’re struggling with an injury or illness. Medical treatment costs alone can overwhelm you. Legal fees shouldn’t add to that burden.
Like most personal injury lawyers in Texas, we work on a contingency fee basis. Your attorney’s fees are directly tied to the amount of money we recover in your case. That way, you can benefit from an experienced attorney without worrying about the costs.
Typically, we take between 33% and 40% of any settlement or verdict. If our unbeaten lawyers don’t secure compensation for you, you owe us nothing in attorney’s fees. When our lawyers sit down with you in a free case review, we’ll discuss our fee structure.
How Can Texas Shared Fault Laws Impact My Compensation Award After an Accident?
It is still possible to recover some compensation if the insurance company manages to prove that you were partly to blame for your own injuries.
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence law. You only lose your right to sue for damages once your share of the blame exceeds 50%. If you share some, but not most, of the blame, you can recover partial compensation.
A simple example can illustrate. If your case is worth $100,000 and you were 25% responsible, you can only take home $75,000. Our attorneys can advocate for you and work to minimize the amount of responsibility you are assigned.
Our Lawyers in Texas Will Fight To Recover Compensation for All of Your Car Accident Injuries
Car crashes can result in a range of injuries. If you’re lucky, those injuries will be relatively minor and you’ll go back to your normal life. Unfortunately, some victims suffer severe and life-changing injuries.
At Zehl & Associates Injury & Accident Lawyers, we handle cases involving:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones
- Nerve damage
- Whiplash injuries
- Chest injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Concussions
- Back injuries
- Organ damage and internal bleeding
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Burns
- Amputations
- Paralysis
- Catastrophic injuries
- Wrongful death of a loved one
If you were injured in a crash that wasn’t your fault, don’t let the insurance companies take advantage of you. Our lawyers are known for winning record-breaking settlements and verdicts for our clients. We know how to get the money you need and deserve after an injury.
What Are the Leading Causes of Car Accidents in Texas?
Most car accidents in Texas happen because someone was negligent.
Some of the most common causes of car wrecks include:
- Speeding
- Texting while driving
- Other types of distracted driving
- Failure to yield the right-of-way
- Tailgating
- Road rage and aggressive driving
- Dangerous left-hand turns
- Weaving between lanes
- Drifting out of one lane
- Racing to beat a yellow light
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Drunk driving
- Drug use
- Dangerous road conditions
Texas is an at-fault insurance state. You can only recover compensation after a crash if you can prove that someone else was responsible. That makes it critical to identify every factor that even played a role in causing your accident and injury.
How Do I Prove Negligence After a Car Accident in Texas?
Negligence means that someone failed to use reasonable caution and put someone else’s safety in danger.
To prove negligence, you’ll need evidence to establish the following:
- The at-fault party owed you a legal duty of care
- They breached their duty of care
- The breach of duty caused your accident
- You suffered damages, physical injuries, emotional trauma, and/or financial losses
After a crash, our Texas car accident attorneys will evaluate:
- Video footage from dash cams, traffic lights, or nearby businesses
- Statements from eyewitnesses (always exchange contact information with witnesses)
- Medical records
- Police reports
- Your employment records
- Testimony from your doctor and other specialists
- The crash scene itself
- The at-fault driver’s insurance information
Establishing liability can take time. We always recommend that you consult a lawyer as soon as possible after an injury. If you were involved in a car accident, call Zehl & Associates Injury & Accident Lawyers to learn more about legal representation today.
How Long Do I Have To File a Personal Injury Lawsuit After a Car Accident in Texas?
Under Texas law, you have only two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. If you don’t take legal action before the two-year statute of limitations expires, you lose your right to file a claim for compensation forever.
Since there are exceptions to this time limit, it’s best to contact us as soon as you can for help with your case.
Contact Our Unbeaten Texas Car Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation
Our Undefeated Texas Car Accident Lawyers have won Billions – including some of the largest verdicts and settlements in Texas — for the victims of drunk, distracted, and reckless drivers, ensuring our clients and their families receive the maximum compensation possible for all of their injuries and losses.
If you or someone you love were injured or tragically killed in a car accident, call 1-888-603-3636 or click here to send us a confidential email.
Our top priority is getting you the information you need to make the best decision for you and your family.
All consultations are free, and you won’t pay a dime unless we win your case.