Call (866) 271-7836 to Speak with Texas Car Accident Lawyers for Free
A car accident can upend your life before you even realize what happened. Medical bills pile up, paychecks stop, and insurance companies start calling right away. At Zinda Law Group, our attorneys handle the legal fight so you can focus on getting better.
Our team has spent years handling car accident cases across Texas. We know how local insurance adjusters operate and what it takes to build a strong claim. That experience puts you in a better position from day one.
Call Zinda Law Group at (800) 863-5312 for a free case evaluation with our car crash attorneys.
Types of Car Accident Cases Our Attorneys Handle in Texas
No two crashes are the same, and the type of accident can affect your claim. Our attorneys handle a wide range of car accident cases, including these:
Hit and Run Accidents
A hit-and-run happens when a driver causes a crash and leaves the scene. Identifying the at-fault driver is often the first challenge our team tackles for you. Our investigators work quickly to identify the driver and explore every available path to compensation.
Texas law treats leaving the scene of an accident as a criminal offense. If the driver is never found, your own uninsured motorist coverage may still pay out. Our team reviews your policy and pursues every option available to you. Learn more from our hit-and-run accident lawyers.
Drunk Driving Accidents
Drunk driving crashes tend to cause some of the most severe injuries on the road. A driver who gets behind the wheel while intoxicated has already broken Texas law. That gives our team a strong foundation to seek both civil damages and punitive compensation.
Texas courts take DWI crashes seriously, and so do we. Our attorneys gather toxicology evidence and police reports to support your claim. You should not have to absorb the costs of someone else’s reckless decision. Our drunk driving accident lawyers are ready to help.
Drugged Driving Accidents
Prescription drugs, illegal substances, and even some over-the-counter medications can impair drivers. When a drugged driver causes a crash, they can be held responsible for your injuries. Our attorneys know how to gather medical and toxicology evidence to back up your case.
Drugged driving cases can be harder to prove than drunk driving cases. Our team works with experts who can interpret test results and explain impairment to a jury. Our drugged driving accident lawyers build a clear, fact-based case on your behalf.
Distracted Driving Accidents
Texting, eating, and checking GPS are all common distractions behind the wheel. Texas law bans texting while driving, which strengthens your case when that is the cause. Our team subpoenas phone records and other evidence to prove distraction caused the crash.
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents across Texas. Victims often face pushback from insurers who try to shift blame. Our distracted driving accident lawyers push back hard and protect your right to fair compensation.
Rideshare Accidents (Uber and Lyft)
Rideshare crashes involve multiple insurance policies, which makes claims more complex. Uber and Lyft carry coverage for their drivers, but limits depend on the driver’s app status at the time. Our attorneys know how rideshare insurance works and use that knowledge to maximize your recovery.
If the driver was logged into the app but had no passenger, one set of limits applies. If the driver was actively transporting you, a higher coverage tier kicks in. Our rideshare accident lawyers identify the correct coverage layer and pursue the full amount you are owed.
Food Delivery and Favor Delivery Accidents
DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Favor drivers are on Texas roads constantly. When a delivery driver causes a crash, both the driver and the company may share liability. Our attorneys look at employment status and insurance policies to find all parties responsible.
Delivery company insurance policies often try to limit what they pay out. We know the tactics these companies use and how to counter them. Our food delivery accident lawyers fight to recover every dollar your injuries and losses are worth.
Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions are among the most common crashes on Texas highways and roads. The driver who hits from behind is usually found at fault for the accident. Even low-speed impacts can cause serious whiplash and soft tissue injuries that last for months.
Insurance companies often try to downplay rear-end crash injuries as minor. Our attorneys work with medical experts to document the full extent of your harm. Our rear-end collision lawyers fight back against lowball settlement offers and push for what you actually deserve.
Uninsured Motorist Accidents
About one in eight drivers in the U.S. carries no insurance, and Texas roads are no different. Your own policy may include uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage to protect you. Our team reviews your policy carefully and pursues the full amount you are owed.
If the at-fault driver cannot pay, we turn to every available coverage source. We also investigate whether any other parties, like employers or vehicle owners, share liability. Our uninsured motorist accident lawyers make sure you are not left paying for injuries caused by someone with no insurance.
School Bus Accidents
Crashes involving school buses can affect children, parents, and nearby drivers. Claims against school districts in Texas come with government liability rules and short filing windows. Our attorneys understand these rules and act fast to protect your right to file.
Injuries to children in school bus crashes can be serious and long-lasting. Medical costs, therapy, and emotional trauma all deserve full compensation. Our school bus accident lawyers handle the legal process so families can focus on recovery.
Parking Lot Accidents
Parking lot accidents happen more often than most people expect, and injuries are still real. Fault disputes are common in these cases since traffic rules are less defined. Our attorneys gather security camera footage and witness statements to build a solid case.
Low-speed crashes can still cause serious whiplash, back injuries, and vehicle damage. Insurance companies sometimes dismiss these claims as minor, but we do not let that slide. Our parking lot accident lawyers document every injury and loss to get you what your case is worth.
Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian struck by a car almost always suffers serious, life-altering injuries. Drivers have a legal duty to yield to pedestrians at crosswalks under Texas law. Our team holds negligent drivers accountable for every harm they caused you.
Pedestrian accident injuries often include broken bones, spinal damage, and head trauma. Medical bills and time away from work add up fast after a serious pedestrian crash. Our pedestrian accident lawyers fight to recover full compensation for all of your losses.
Black Ice and Weather-Related Accidents
Black ice forms quickly on Texas roads during winter storms and is nearly invisible. Drivers are still expected to adjust their speed and behavior for road conditions. A driver who fails to slow down on icy roads can still be held liable for your injuries.
Winter weather accidents in Texas can be especially severe when drivers are unprepared. Our attorneys know how to document road conditions, weather reports, and driver behavior. Our black ice accident lawyers build the evidence needed to prove negligence and recover compensation for you.
Car Accident While Pregnant
A crash during pregnancy puts both the mother and the baby at serious risk. Injuries like placental abruption, premature labor, and fetal trauma may not show up right away. Our attorneys work to recover compensation for your injuries and any harm to your baby.
Pregnant crash victims need legal representation that understands the full scope of their losses. That includes future medical care, emotional distress, and any lasting impact on the pregnancy. Our team of car accident while pregnant lawyers takes every aspect of your situation seriously and pursues full accountability.
Whiplash Injuries
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries from a car accident, even in minor crashes. Insurance companies often downplay whiplash claims and call them minor or unverifiable. Our attorneys work with medical experts to document your injury and challenge lowball offers.
Untreated or under-treated whiplash can become a chronic condition that affects your daily life. Physical therapy, imaging, and specialist visits are all compensable costs. Our whiplash injury lawyers make sure the full picture of your injury is part of your claim.
Criminal Negligence
Criminal negligence means a driver acted with reckless disregard for the safety of others. This can overlap with a criminal charge, but your civil claim moves forward on its own timeline. Our attorneys handle the civil side aggressively to get you the damages you deserve.
Examples include street racing, running red lights at high speed, or driving with a suspended license. These cases often support punitive damages on top of your compensatory award. Our criminal negligence lawyers present reckless conduct evidence to the jury in a clear and direct way.
What Compensation Is Available to Car Accident Victims in Texas?
When an injured party brings a personal injury claim for a car accident, they are seeking compensation to reimburse them for damages resulting from the accident. In Texas, compensation for a car accident breaks down into economic damages and non-economic damages.
Economic Damages
Economic damages are losses you can assign a specific dollar amount to. These include:
- Medical bills and emergency care costs
- Physical therapy and ongoing treatment
- Prescription costs
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Other property damage expenses
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages cover the personal toll a crash takes on your life. These losses are just as real as the medical bills from your crash. Common examples include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
Punitive damages may also be available if the at-fault driver acted in a reckless or malicious way. Our attorneys pursue every type of compensation your situation supports.
See Our Awards and Recognition
Jack Zinda holds a lifetime membership in the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which recognizes attorneys who have secured seven-figure and eight-figure outcomes for catastrophically injured clients. Membership is restricted to the top 1% of attorneys in the country.
Several attorneys on our team have earned recognition from the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and the Trucking Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 10. Our A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau reflects consistent client feedback about the quality of communication and care they received throughout their cases.
AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA BY THE NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION (2016-2020) AWARDED TO JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDA (2009, 2011-2012, 2014-2021), & NEIL SOLOMON (2020-2021) AWARDED TO JACK ZINDA (2016-2020) LIFETIME MEMBERS JOHN C. (JACK) ZINDAOur Awards
What Our Clients Say
Common Causes of Car Accidents in Texas
Car accidents in Texas happen every single minute, based on state crash data. Most crashes share common causes, and knowing them can help you build a stronger case. Common causes include:
- Distracted driving (phone use, eating, using GPS)
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding and aggressive driving
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Uneven or poorly maintained roads
- Weather conditions like heavy rain, fog, and black ice
- Animal crossings, especially in rural areas
If any of these factors caused your crash, you may have a strong negligence claim. Our attorneys investigate the cause thoroughly to hold the right party responsible.
CASE RESULTS
Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accident injuries range from minor cuts to permanent disability. The severity depends on factors like speed, vehicle type, and road conditions. Common injuries include:
- Head trauma and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Internal organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries
- Road rash and burns
- Crush injuries
Mental health injuries like PTSD are just as serious as physical ones and are fully compensable. Our attorneys pursue compensation for all of your losses, not just your medical bills.
Filing a Claim After a Fatal Car Accident
When a crash takes someone’s life, the surviving family may have a wrongful death claim. Texas law allows certain relatives to seek compensation for the losses they have suffered. Our attorneys handle these cases with care and fight hard for families in their hardest moments.
Wrongful death damages in Texas may include:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Inherited end-of-life medical costs
- Loss of financial support
- Mental anguish
- Loss of companionship and consortium
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our team moves quickly to investigate the crash and pursue justice for your family.
How Negligence Works in Texas Car Accident Cases
Texas uses a modified comparative negligence standard to decide fault in car accident cases. This means you can still recover damages even if you share some blame for the crash. Your payout is reduced by your percentage of fault in the accident.
If you are found more than 50% at fault, Texas law bars you from collecting any compensation. For example, being 20% at fault on a $100,000 claim means you receive $80,000. Talking with an attorney early gives you a real advantage when fault is being disputed.
No Fee Unless We Win Your Case
Working with Zinda Law Group costs you nothing unless we win your case. Our team works on a contingency fee basis, which means we take a percentage of your settlement. If we do not recover money for you, you owe us nothing at all.
This policy means we only take cases we believe in. It also means you can get experienced legal representation without paying anything upfront. Call us today and let our team get to work on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Texas a 50-50 Car Accident State?
Texas uses modified comparative negligence, not a simple 50-50 fault split. If both drivers share fault, each person’s payout is reduced by their percentage of blame. A driver who is more than 50% at fault cannot collect any compensation under Texas law.
How Long After a Car Accident Can You File a Claim in Texas?
Texas gives accident victims two years from the crash date to file a claim. Waiting too long can cost you your right to any compensation at all. Contact an attorney as soon as you can to protect all of your options.
We Serve Texas Accident Victims All Across the State
At Zinda Law Group, our attorneys have helped car accident victims across Texas, including:
- Austin
- College Station
- Corpus Christi
- Dallas
- El Paso
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Laredo
- San Antonio
- Temple
- Waco
Speak With a Car Crash Lawyer in Texas Today
At Zinda Law Group, our attorneys are here to fight on your behalf to help you pursue the maximum amount of compensation for you. We can help answer any questions you have about your car accident injury.
If you have been involved in a car accident in Texas, contact a Texas car accident lawyer from our firm to set up your free initial consultation. If a lawyer from our firm determines that you have grounds for a claim, they’ll get started on your case as soon as possible.
