Personal Injury Lawyer San Antonio TX

A serious accident can bring medical bills, lost income, and pain that lasts for months or years. If someone else's carelessness caused your injury, or you lost a loved one, you may have the right to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim.

The Daspit Law Firm represents injured victims and families in San Antonio, Bexar County, and across South Texas. We handle your claim so you can focus on recovery, and we are available 24/7.

What Is a Personal Injury Claim?

Most accidents are caused by negligence, which means careless or reckless behavior, or a failure to take reasonable care. Sometimes the at-fault party does something directly that causes an immediate accident. In other cases, they fail to do something a careful person would have done to prevent harm. In both situations, the injured person may have a claim.

This may sound simple, but a claim is complex in practice. Insurance companies look for ways to reduce what they pay, which is why we do not encourage people to face them alone.

How Texas fault rules can affect your claim

Texas uses a modified comparative fault rule. You may recover if you are 50 percent or less at fault, and your compensation is reduced by your share. If you are found more than 50 percent responsible, you may be barred from recovery.

Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle

Vehicle and transportation accidents

Motor vehicle accidents, including car accidents, boat accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, and tractor accidents.

Workplace injuries

Construction accidents, industrial accidents, maritime and offshore injuries, oil field accidents, plant and refinery accidents, and workers' compensation claims.

Serious harm and large-scale claims

Catastrophic injuries, class action lawsuits, property contamination, and premises liability claims.

Exposure, medical, and insurance matters

Toxic exposure claims such as asbestos and mesothelioma, medical and pharmaceutical injuries including transvaginal mesh and Lipitor lawsuits, and recovery from insurance.

Wrongful death

If you lost a loved one because of someone else's negligence, our wrongful death page explains who may bring a claim.

Compensation You May Be Able to Pursue

The damages available depend on your injuries and the facts of your case. They may include medical expenses, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. In a fatal case, damages may also include funeral costs and the loss of support and companionship.

What to Do After an Injury

•         Get medical care right away and follow your treatment plan.

•         Report the incident to the police, your employer, or the property owner, as appropriate.

•         Photograph injuries, property damage, and the scene.

•         Keep medical bills, pay records, and any correspondence.

•         Avoid giving recorded statements or signing releases before speaking with a lawyer.

•         Contact a lawyer promptly, because Texas sets strict time limits on injury claims.

Why Choose The Daspit Law Firm

When you work with our San Antonio personal injury attorneys, our team handles the claims process and the legal system so you can focus on healing and on the people who matter to you. We aim to make the process as straightforward and low-stress as possible.

All personal injury claims are accepted on a contingency fee basis, so you do not pay upfront legal fees, and if we do not recover for you, you do not pay us. We take your fight as far as it needs to go.

Schedule Your Free Consultation

Texas enforces strict deadlines on personal injury claims, and most must be filed within two years. Contact The Daspit Law Firm today. We offer free consultations by phone, in person, or at your home or hospital if you cannot travel, and we are available 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas?

Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years of the injury under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code section 16.003. Some situations, such as claims against government entities, have different rules or shorter notice periods. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible so your deadline can be confirmed.

What does a personal injury lawyer do?

A personal injury lawyer investigates what happened, gathers evidence, deals with insurance companies, and pursues compensation on your behalf, in negotiation or in court if needed. This lets you concentrate on your medical care and recovery.

How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer?

We accept all personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis. You pay no upfront legal fees, and if we do not recover for you, you do not pay us. Your first consultation is free.

What if the other party blames me for the accident?

Insurance companies often argue that the injured person was partly at fault. Under Texas modified comparative fault, you may still recover if you are 50 percent or less responsible, though your award is reduced. A lawyer can challenge unfair blame.

Can I file a claim if a loved one died in an accident?

Possibly. Texas law allows certain family members to bring a wrongful death claim, and the deadline is generally two years. Review the details on our wrongful death page and speak with a lawyer about your situation.