How Much Is My Austin Car Accident Case Worth?
Most Austin TX non-catastrophic car accident cases settle for $15,000 to $50,000. Cases involving spinal injury, traumatic brain injury, surgery, or permanent impairment routinely exceed $250,000 to $2 million+. The actual number depends on medical bills, lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and the strength of fault evidence.
What drives the number up
1) Medical bills - past and projected future. 2) Lost wages and lost earning capacity. 3) Severity and permanence of the injury. 4) Clear liability (the other driver is 100% at fault). 5) High-policy-limit defendants (commercial trucks carry $1M minimum). 6) Strong photographic and video evidence. 7) Bilingual treatment records when relevant.
What drags the number down
1) Gaps in medical treatment. 2) Pre-existing conditions that overlap with crash injuries. 3) Recorded statements given to the other insurer without counsel. 4) Social media posts that contradict reported pain or limitations. 5) Modified comparative fault findings (Texas: 51%+ fault = no recovery).
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Common questions
How much does a car accident lawyer in Austin cost?▾
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency basis -- you pay zero out of pocket. Our fee comes from the settlement only if we win your case. If we don't recover money for you, you owe us nothing. The initial 24/7 consultation is always free.
What should I do immediately after a car crash in Austin?▾
1) Call 911 if anyone is injured. 2) Move to safety, do not leave the scene. 3) Photograph the vehicles, road, and injuries. 4) Get the other driver's name, license, insurance, and plate. 5) Get the police report number. 6) See a doctor within 24-72 hours, even if you feel fine. 7) Do NOT give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer. 8) Call our 24/7 hotline at (512) 877-1389 before talking to any adjuster.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Texas?▾
Texas statute of limitations gives you 2 years from the date of the accident for personal injury and property damage claims. Wrongful death is also 2 years. But evidence vanishes fast -- camera footage gets overwritten in 30-90 days, witnesses forget, vehicles get repaired. Call within hours, not weeks.
What if the other driver doesn't have insurance?▾
About 1 in 5 Texas drivers are uninsured. If you have Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your own policy, your insurance pays. We fight your own insurer hard because they don't pay friendly. We also pursue the at-fault driver's personal assets when appropriate.
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