Car Accident Lawyer in Corpus Christi

After a collision, you may be dealing with medical bills, missed work and calls from an insurance adjuster all at once. Daspit Law Firm helps injured people in Corpus Christi and across the Coastal Bend understand their rights and pursue compensation. If you are still sorting out what your injuries mean, our page on car accident injuries is a good place to start.

Why Choose a Former Insurance Defense Lawyer for Your Car Accident Case

Our lead attorney worked as an insurance industry defense lawyer before founding Daspit Law Firm. He has seen firsthand how insurance companies can pressure claimants into accepting a settlement for far less than the claim may be worth. That experience shapes how we prepare and negotiate every case.

As a personal injury attorney in Corpus Christi, we serve clients in Nueces County and throughout South Texas.

How We Build Your Case

We use investigators and accident reconstruction specialists to help determine what caused your crash. We also work with medical, rehabilitation and financial professionals where a case calls for it, so your claim reflects both what you have lost so far and what you may face later.

Dealing With the Insurance Company

Insurers often push for quick resolutions before a person understands the full impact of their injuries. We handle communication with adjusters so you are not pressured into a decision you may regret.

Common Causes of Car Accidents

Most crashes involve a mistake that could have been avoided. Our guide to car accident causes goes deeper, but common examples include:

Distracted and Impaired Driving

Texting, other phone use, drinking and drug use remain frequent factors in serious collisions.

Speeding, Tailgating and Failure to Yield

Excess speed and following too closely reduce reaction time, while ignoring right of way often leads to intersection crashes.

Commercial Vehicle Crashes

Collisions with large trucks can cause severe harm and may involve a trucking company as well as a driver. See our page on 18-wheeler accident claims for more.

Compensation After a Car Accident in Texas

A Texas car accident claim may seek payment for losses such as:

•         Doctor and hospital bills

•         Life-long medical care costs

•         Loss of current and future income

•         Damage to your vehicle

•         Pain and suffering

The amount depends on the facts of your case, and no lawyer can promise a particular result. If you rode in someone else's car, you may have additional options, as explained in our guide to passenger injuries. Some coverage may apply no matter who was at fault, such as personal injury protection.

When a Crash Is Fatal

If a loved one dies in a collision, certain family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim under Texas law.

What to Do After a Car Accident

Protect Your Health and Your Evidence

Call 911, accept medical care, photograph the scene and the vehicles, and collect contact details from the other driver and any witnesses. Keep records of every treatment and expense.

Be Careful With Statements and Deadlines

What you say to an insurance company can be used when your claim is valued. Texas generally allows two years from the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, and fault is generally decided under a modified comparative rule that may bar recovery if you are found more than 50 percent responsible.

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation

Many people try to handle a claim alone and later find they accepted less than their injuries warranted. You do not have to do that. Contact Daspit Law Firm to schedule a free case evaluation and learn about your legal options.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much time do I have to sue after a car accident in Texas?

Texas generally sets a two-year limit from the date of the accident for personal injury lawsuits. Exceptions and shorter notice rules can apply, especially if a government vehicle was involved. Because evidence fades, it is wise to speak with a lawyer as soon as you can.

Do I have to talk to the other driver's insurance company?

You are not required to give a recorded statement to the other side's insurer. Adjusters may ask questions that affect how your claim is valued. Consider speaking with a lawyer before you agree to any statement or sign any release.

What if the other driver was uninsured?

You may still have options, such as coverage on your own policy. Policies and facts vary, so a lawyer can review your insurance and explain what may be available. Our page on recovering from an insurance company discusses common claim routes.

Can I recover if I was partly at fault?

Possibly. Texas generally reduces recovery by your percentage of fault and may bar it if you are found more than 50 percent at fault. How fault is assigned depends on the evidence, so it is worth having your case reviewed.

How does Daspit Law Firm help after a crash?

We investigate the cause, gather medical and income records, deal with insurers and explain your options in plain language. Our lead attorney's background in insurance defense gives us insight into how claims are evaluated.