Lockhart, TX, Car Accident Lawyer Justice for the Losses that You Have Suffered

Lockhart, TX, Car Accident Lawyer

Getting Justice for Your Injuries

Texas has more than  23 million registered cars and drivers filling our highways. Even if you are a safe and attentive driver, you can still become the victim of a vehicle accident. You could be left with serious injuries, unable to work, and fighting with insurance companies over the compensation you deserve.

The Lockhart, TX, car accident lawyers at Evans/Reilley have helped thousands of Texans get the recovery they deserve after serious vehicle accidents. We believe you are entitled to fair compensation from the person who caused your losses. Our attorneys will work with you to get the compensation and justice you deserve after your accident.

Why Choose Evans/Reilley to Handle Your Case?

Let Our Lockhart, TX, Car Accident Lawyer Fight for the Compensation You Deserve

Evans/Reilley has a long track record of satisfied clients who have received compensation for their vehicle accidents. We go into each case with the firm belief that you deserve to have your voice heard by the insurance companies and the court. When we begin your case, we treat it as if we were going to trial to have all the information needed before we begin negotiations.

Our clients are our top priority, and communication matters. We will keep you up to date on all important aspects of your case. Your attorney will be available to discuss your case if you have questions or concerns. The attorneys at Evans/Reilley keep you aware of your case no matter how long it lasts.

Attorneys Chip Evans and Scott Herlihy have more than 20 years’ experience in handling car insurance companies. They know how to deal with insurance companies and their attorneys and how to negotiate with them to get their clients the best possible outcome. We will ensure you get the compensation you’re entitled to receive after a car accident.

Call (512) 732-2727 today for a consultation with a Lockhart car accident attorney. This free session will answer many of your questions. 

Getting Compensation for Your Losses

How Your Accident Lawyer in Lockhart, TX, Will Work For You

Here in Texas, we like to think we can do things by ourselves. And it might seem like recovering compensation after an accident is straightforward enough: Fill out the paperwork, send it to the insurance companies, and wait for them to send you a check.

Sometimes it is that easy. Other times, the insurance companies — even your own — may contest your claim or deny it outright. Or the other driver may claim you were at fault in the accident. You need an attorney to help you navigate the legal pitfalls in these cases.

After the Accident

The car accident lawyer in Lockhart, TX,  will take the documents from the accident scene and your medical reports and review them to be sure nothing was overlooked. Most insurance claims are rejected simply for improper paperwork or lack of supporting documents. We can help you get police reports, photos and videos of the accident scene, and other evidentiary documents to support your case.

Settlement or Verdict

Most personal injury cases never go to trial. Your attorney and the insurance company will negotiate to reach a settlement all parties agree on. This is when having all your documents and supporting evidence helps avoid a denial or lower settlement offer.

Both sides consider the cost of treating your injuries, who was at fault, lost wages and income, and other factors in making or rejecting a settlement offer. An insurance company may offer you a single amount (a “lump sum”) to end the matter quickly, but this may not be sufficient.

You should always have an attorney review any settlement offer from any insurance company before accepting it, even if it seems reasonable. Your attorney can review the offer to be sure you are not surrendering any future rights to sue or pursue other causes of action.

Damages

Texas law allows car accident injury victims to recover damages for losses resulting directly from the accident. There are different types of damages you may be able to recover, depending on the nature of the accident.

Economic damages are losses that have a dollar value or that can be calculated in some way. Economic damages can include:

• Medical expenses, including surgery, doctor visits, medication, rehabilitation, and medical devices like crutches
• Lost income, such as lost past wages, lost future wages, lost opportunity, and accrued time
• Future losses such as long-term care, lost earning potential, and supportive care.

Non-economic damages are losses with no exact dollar figure, but which impact the victim and family in ways that require compensation. Non-economic damages include:

• Pain and suffering, meaning the actual pain of the injury and the physical and emotional cost of recovery.
• Mental anguish, a legal phrase meaning the emotional impact of suffering through a severe accident and being left with lasting physical harm.
• PTSD may sometimes be considered an economic damage and sometimes a non-economic damage, depending on how the doctors diagnose and treat it. PTSD is recognized as a psychiatric disorder caused by suffering serious trauma.
• Loss of consortium. This is the loss to a spouse or minor child when an adult is severely injured or killed and includes not only monetary loss but the loss of a loved one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Car Accident Lawyers in Lockhart, TX, Are Ready to Answer Your Questions

Understanding personal injury law is complicated. That’s why you shouldn’t try to manage your case alone. If you have questions, bring them to our car accident lawyers in Lockhart, TX. We’ll be happy to answer them.

Can I recover if I was partially responsible for my accident?

Sometimes you may have some responsibility for your own accident. Maybe you didn’t look both ways before turning left or should have been wearing your seatbelt. In  Texas law, this is called “comparative negligence.” Determining who was at fault in an accident is one of the most important parts of negotiating and winning a car accident case.

If you are found to be less than 50% responsible for the accident, you will be able to recover compensation in proportion to your degree of fault. If you are more than 51% responsible, you will not be able to recover damages.

What if I had a back injury before the accident?

Insurance companies may deny claims due to “pre-existing conditions,” on the grounds that the accident did not cause your injuries. Or they may try to reduce the amount of the claim based on the theory that the accident only aggravated your condition.

It is important that you provide the attorneys at Evans/Reilley with all your previous medical records so that they can show you have been treating your existing condition, and can show how much additional harm was caused by the accident. An existing condition is not a bar to filing a personal injury claim.

What is the time limit for my Lockhart car accident attorney to file a car accident lawsuit?

The Texas statute of limitations is two years after the date of the accident. You or your Lockhart car accident attorney must file a lawsuit before that date. Otherwise, you may be barred from filing.

There are exceptions to this two-year limit, but they are rare. Your attorney will advise you if you have a case after the statute has run out.

What should I bring to my free consultation with a Lockhart car accident attorney?

The more relevant items and information you can bring to your initial consultation, the easier it will be for your Lockhart car accident attorney to give a comprehensive evaluation of your case. Official reports and documentation are beneficial, such as:

• Police and medical reports
• Your vehicle information
• Your driving history
• Vehicle damage statement from a mechanic
• Your insurance policy
• Other driver’s insurance information.

These documents will help your Lockhart car accident lawyer explain the potential value of your claim and what steps you should consider taking.

Feel free to call our office in Lockhart to get more answers to questions. We make every effort to clarify any confusion our clients have. And, remember, your communications with us are always confidential.

Evans/Reilley: Big Results When You Need Them

Trust Our Lockhart Car Accident Lawyers to Represent You

At Evans/Reilley, we know that every car accident case we take is different. They all share injured clients who desperately need financial resources to cover their enormous losses. Our clients need big results for the injuries they’ve suffered. For this reason, we fight for the maximum compensation allowable.

If you have been injured in a car accident, your claim may be worth far more than what the other driver’s insurance company offers. By attending a free consultation with an experienced car accident attorney in Lockhart, you will get a better idea of the actual value of your claim.

Call Evans/Reilley today at (512) 732-2727 to explore your options.