Texas Speeding Accident Lawyers
Speeding Accident Attorneys With Offices in San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Austin, and Dallas, Texas
Driving too fast is a significant problem on Texas roadways and poses a substantial safety threat. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, speed contributed to over 160,000 crashes in the Lone Star State in 2023. Additionally, 1,456 people died in speed-related crashes.
Speeding does not only mean exceeding the speed limit. Under Section 545.351 of the Texas Transportation Code, known as the Texas “failure to control speed” law, an operator can be cited for failing to operate a vehicle at a reasonable and prudent speed based on the current driving and road conditions.
While you may drive cautiously and obey the posted speed limits, other motorists may not be so conscientious. If you’re involved in an accident caused by a speeding driver, you could suffer life-altering injuries and costly damage to your vehicle. An experienced Texas vehicle accident attorney can protect your legal rights and help you pursue compensation for your injuries and property loss in these situations.
Types of Car Accidents Caused by Speeding in Texas
One of the most common speed-related accident situations occurs when a driver cannot slow down in time to avoid a stopped vehicle, a pedestrian crossing the street or an obstacle in the road. Speeding can also cause drivers to lose control of their vehicle, run off the road and strike a tree, telephone pole or even a building or parked car. Making a sudden turn or maneuver while speeding can cause a vehicle to roll over.
Examples of Injuries From Speeding Accidents in Texas
These accidents can be severe, especially when they occur at higher speeds. The sheer force of the crash and the reduced time to brace for or avoid the impact can lead to a range of potentially devastating injuries, such as:
- Damage to internal organs, such as the spleen, liver, kidneys or intestines
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head trauma and traumatic brain injuries
- Soft tissue damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
How Can a Texas Speeding Accident Attorney Help?
Causing an accident while speeding is a negligent act that could make drivers legally liable for any resulting injuries and property damage. Depending on the situation, you could be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, the cost to repair or replace your vehicle and, in some cases, punitive damages.
It’s important to consult with a capable speeding accident attorney as soon as possible after the incident and before accepting a settlement offer from an insurance company.
Your attorney will serve as your legal advocate throughout the process. The first step is gathering evidence, such as police reports, eyewitness statements and traffic camera footage, to help determine the driver’s liability. The attorney can also locate a qualified medical professional to evaluate your injuries and assess your actual treatment costs.
Moreover, an attorney can negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf and pursue the most favorable settlement. If necessary, your attorney can initiate litigation to attempt to recover damages via a lawsuit.
Why Trust Thomas J. Henry Law for Your Speeding Accident Case?
Thomas J. Henry Law has extensive knowledge of the Texas accident injury laws and how they impact your unique situation. Our lawyers have an exceptional track record for helping our clients — we strive to help you recover the compensation you deserve for your injuries.
Although we’re a larger law firm, you are not just another case file at Thomas J. Henry Law. You will partner with a dedicated attorney who will provide personalized attention while always keeping your best interests at the forefront.
Our no-win, no-fee policy alleviates concerns about legal costs. You won’t owe any legal fees unless we win your case.
Contact Our Firm for a Free Case Review
Thomas J. Henry Law operates offices in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi and Austin, Texas. We’re available 24 hours a day to assist you. Contact us for a free speeding accident case review.
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Your San Antonio Car Accident Questions Answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following a car accident, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry Law, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
How Does the “No Win No Fee” Promise Work?
The Thomas J. Henry “No Win No Fee” promise works as part of a contingency fee agreement. Instead of receiving payments from clients, we recoup fees and expenses from the final settlement or verdict our clients receive.
This allows us to start working on your case as soon as you hire us, ensuring that your case is handled with the urgency it deserves. It also means you can focus on getting better rather than cutting us a check.
The percentage we collect may vary depending on the complexity of your case, but you will be kept informed so you know what we are collecting before your case is closed.
Even better, you owe us nothing if we don’t win your case! Because our fees are collected as a percentage of your settlement or verdict, we do not collect anything unless and until you get your recovery. This means there is no risk to hiring a qualified attorney to handle your case!
Do I Have to Pay to Speak with an Injury Attorney?
Thomas J. Henry Law offers free case reviews so that you can better understand your legal options. This means you pay nothing for your first consultation. Additionally, Thomas J. Henry Law works on a contingency fee basis meaning that if you do choose to hire us, you pay us nothing unless and until we win your case.
To learn more about what it takes to speak with an injury attorney about your claim here.
Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney Help Me Settle My Case?
Insurance companies will attempt to pay out as little as possible when resolving an injury claim. When an individual pursues compensation from an insurance company without the aid of an attorney, the insurance company may see the lack of representation as an opportunity to lowball the injured victim as there is no immediate risk of trial or legal recourse.
By hiring a competent attorney who has a reputation for achieving large verdicts in the courtroom, you are sending a message to the insurer. It will provide the insurance company with extra incentive to offer a fair settlement the first time.
If that first offer is not fair, an experienced personal attorney will have the resources and the knowledge to negotiate with the insurance company in pursuit of a better offer.
What is a Contingency Fee?
In a contingency fee arrangement, an attorney agrees to accept a fixed percentage of your recovery as payment. This means that if you win your case, your attorney will collect their fees and expenses from the money awarded to you. However, if you lose your case, your attorney will collect nothing.
Most lawyers prefer not to work on contingency cases for two reasons:
- There is a risk the firm will be paid nothing
- Any payment is delayed until money is collected from the opposing party
Generally, a lawyer who accepts contingency fee cases:
- Regularly represents clients who lack the financial resources to pay hourly attorney’s fees (as is often the case for personal injury victims).
- Is more selective about the cases they accept.
- Is very confident in their ability to win the cases they choose to handle.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
The cost associated with hiring a personal injury attorney and how payment is collected may vary from firm to firm. At Thomas J. Henry, we work on a contingency fee basis. This means that we don’t charge our clients a penny unless and until we win their case.
Working on a contingency fee basis allows clients access to resources and legal representation they might otherwise struggle to afford. The more serious a case is, the more money it costs to take to trial. This is because complex litigation tends to take longer to resolve and the entities involved fight harder.
This is especially true if your lawsuit is against a large company, as would be the case in a trucking accident or on-the-job injury. Such companies employ teams of lawyers and have seemingly unlimited financial resources. You need an attorney who has the same. Thomas J. Henry employs a team of more than 100 attorneys and has the money to fight your case out to the end.
Finally, by collecting any fees and expenses after a verdict or settlement is secured, Thomas J. Henry can help ensure his clients are able to focus on healing. “The client’s job is to heal. We will handle the rest,” says Thomas J. Henry.
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
In Texas, a personal injury case is only worth what a jury is willing to award you. This is why you need an attorney who can not only prove the economic damages you have sustained due to your accident, but can also demonstrate the value of non-economic damages you may have sustained, such as pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of consortium.
Learn more about how to estimate the value of your personal injury claim here.
Why
choose
us?
We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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