A serious crash can upend your health, your income, and your peace of mind in seconds. If you were hurt by a negligent driver, a Fort Worth car accident lawyer at Garcia Garcia & Mullen Criminal Defense & Injury Lawyers is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We handle the insurance company, the paperwork, and the pressure so you can focus on recovery. Our team represents injured drivers and their families across Fort Worth and Tarrant County, and we work on a contingency fee basis, which means no fee unless we win. Call (214) 214-1000 for a free case evaluation, or reach out through our contact page whenever you are ready to talk.
Choosing the right attorney changes how your case unfolds. Our background gives us a perspective most firms cannot match when a crash causes serious harm.
One of our founding partners is both a registered nurse with emergency trauma experience and a holder of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). That combination matters more than it might sound. Trauma nursing means we can read your medical records, understand your injuries, and explain the long road ahead with real clinical insight. CDL and trucking knowledge means we understand how commercial drivers and carriers are supposed to operate when a large vehicle is involved in the collision.
This lets us tell your story with credibility when we negotiate with insurance companies or present your case to a jury. We investigate the crash, gather evidence, and build a claim designed to pursue full and fair compensation. Insurance companies have adjusters and lawyers working to limit what they pay. You should have an aggressive advocate on your side, too.
Texas law allows injured people to recover compensation, called damages, for the losses a crash causes. Damages fall into two broad categories.
Economic damages cover measurable financial losses tied to the collision. These are the costs you can document with bills, records, and pay stubs. Recoverable economic damages often include:
Non-economic damages compensate for harm that does not come with a receipt. These losses are real, even though they are harder to measure. They can include pain and suffering, physical impairment, disfigurement, and the loss of enjoyment of daily life. In cases involving especially reckless conduct, additional damages may be available. Our team works to document the full scope of your losses so nothing is left off the table.
Cost should never stop an injured person from getting legal help. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorney fees upfront. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you, taken as a pre-agreed percentage of the recovery. If we do not win, you owe no attorney fee.
This arrangement puts our team on the same side as you from day one. If your injuries are mounting and the bills are piling up, do not wait to ask questions. Call (214) 214-1000 for a free case evaluation and find out where you stand at no cost.
Yes, in many situations you still can. Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, sometimes called the 51 percent bar. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 33.001, an injured person cannot recover damages if their share of responsibility is greater than 50 percent.
In practice, this means two things. If you are found 50 percent or less at fault, you can still recover compensation, though your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are found 51 percent or more at fault, you are barred from recovery entirely.
Because a single percentage point can decide whether you recover anything, insurance companies often try to shift blame onto injured drivers. Our team pushes back with evidence, working to keep fault accurately assigned so you are not wrongly held responsible for someone else's negligence.
Every collision is different, and the cause of the crash shapes how we build your case. Our team handles a wide range of car accident claims across Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
Rear-End Collisions. Often caused by tailgating or distracted driving, rear-end crashes can produce whiplash, spinal injuries, and concussions. Even a low-speed impact can cause harm that does not fully appear until days later, which is why prompt medical care matters.
Intersection and T-Bone Crashes. Side-impact collisions at intersections frequently involve a driver who ran a red light or failed to yield. Because the side of a vehicle offers less protection, these crashes can cause severe injuries to occupants.
Head-On Collisions. Among the most dangerous crashes, head-on collisions often result from wrong-way driving, unsafe passing, or impairment. The combined speed of both vehicles can lead to catastrophic or fatal injuries.
Rollover Accidents. Rollovers can involve vehicle design factors, road conditions, or sudden evasive maneuvers. Occupants face a high risk of serious injury, and these cases often require careful investigation into how the crash occurred.
Uninsured and Rideshare Crashes. When the at-fault driver has no insurance, or when a rideshare vehicle is involved, coverage questions get complicated fast. We identify every available source of compensation, including your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.
The steps you take after a crash can protect both your health and your claim. If you are able to do so safely, keep the following in mind:
Early legal guidance helps keep evidence intact and prevents the insurance company from using an early statement against you.
Texas gives you a limited window to take legal action. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, you generally have 2 years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Missing this deadline usually means losing the right to recover compensation, no matter how strong your case is. A few exceptions can pause or extend the clock, and claims involving a government entity carry much shorter notice deadlines. The safest course is to speak with an attorney early, so your filing deadline is calculated correctly and no time is lost.
You may have a claim if another party's negligence caused the crash and you suffered injuries or losses as a result. The strongest way to find out is to have an attorney review the facts.
Timelines vary based on the severity of your injuries, the clarity of fault, and whether the insurance company negotiates in good faith. Some cases involving serious injuries or disputed liability can take longer.
It is wise to speak with an attorney first. An early recorded statement or quick settlement offer can hurt your claim before you know the full extent of your injuries.
You may still have options. Your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage can apply when the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little to cover your losses.
No honest attorney can promise a specific figure, because value depends on your injuries, treatment costs, lost income, and how the crash affects your life.
Even a seemingly minor crash can lead to hidden injuries, delayed pain, and unexpected costs. Legal guidance can protect you from settling for less than you need.
If you were injured in a crash, do not face the insurance company alone. The Fort Worth car accident lawyers at Garcia Garcia & Mullen Criminal Defense & Injury Lawyers are ready to investigate your case, fight for your recovery, and stand by you from the first call through resolution. With our team's trauma nursing and commercial trucking background, attorney Jim Mullen and our attorneys bring real-world insight to every claim. Call (214) 214-1000 or reach us through our contact page for a free case evaluation. There is no fee unless we win.
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