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Available 24/7 (214) 333-3333
Available 24/7 (214) 333-3333
Available 24/7 (214) 333-3333
Available 24/7 (214) 333-3333
A car crash can change your life in seconds. One moment you are driving to work, heading home, or picking up your kids. The next, you are injured, disoriented, and dealing with pain, medical bills, and a lot of unanswered questions. If someone else caused the crash, what happened is not your fault.
Car accident cases are rarely straightforward. Insurance companies move fast, often pressuring you to accept less than your claim is worth. They have adjusters and lawyers focused on protecting their bottom line, not your recovery. Our Dallas car accident attorneys have spent decades handling serious collision cases, from rear-end crashes and T-bone accidents to multi-vehicle pileups and hit-and-runs. We know how to investigate what happened, gather the right evidence, and hold the responsible parties accountable.
Car accident cases are rarely straightforward. Insurance companies move fast, often pressuring you to accept less than your claim is worth. They have adjusters and lawyers focused on protecting their bottom line, not your recovery. Our Dallas car accident attorneys have spent decades handling serious collision cases, from rear-end crashes and T-bone accidents to multi-vehicle pileups and hit-and-runs. We know how to investigate what happened, gather the right evidence, and hold the responsible parties accountable.
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Do I need a lawyer after a motor vehicle accident in Dallas?
Yes — and time matters. Insurance companies work quickly to minimize your claim and protect their bottom line. You need an attorney who moves just as fast. Frenkel & Frenkel investigates the crash, preserves critical evidence like dashcam footage and black box data, identifies every liable party, and handles the insurance companies — so you can focus on recovering. You pay nothing unless we win.
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Your safety comes first. If anyone is injured, call 911 right away. Even if injuries seem minor, get medical help. Some serious injuries do not show symptoms immediately.
Try to move your vehicle out of traffic if it is safe to do so. Turn on your hazard lights. If you cannot move your car, stay inside with your seatbelt on until help arrives.
Call the police and ask for a report. This report can be critical evidence for your claim. Exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver, but do not discuss who was at fault. Take photos of vehicle damage, the accident scene, license plates, and any visible injuries.
Get the names and phone numbers of any witnesses. Then contact a Dallas car accident attorney as soon as possible. Evidence disappears quickly, and Texas law gives you only two years to file a claim.
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Under Texas law, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. This is called the statute of limitations. If you miss this deadline, you typically lose your right to seek compensation.
For property damage claims, you also have two years. However, if a government entity is involved, such as a city bus or county vehicle, you may need to file a notice of claim within six months.
The sooner you contact a lawyer, the better. Evidence fades. Witnesses forget details. Security camera footage gets deleted. Acting quickly helps protect your rights and strengthen your case.
Texas requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance, but not everyone follows the law. If the driver who hit you is uninsured or underinsured, you may still have options.
Check your own auto insurance policy for Uninsured Motorist (UM) or Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage. This type of coverage can pay for your injuries when the at-fault driver cannot. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) can also cover medical bills and lost wages regardless of who was at fault.
A lawyer can review your policy, file claims with your own insurance company, and fight to get you the compensation you deserve. Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts, even to their own policyholders.
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule, also called the 51% bar rule. This means you can still recover compensation if you were partially at fault, as long as you were not more than 50% responsible for the crash.
Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found 20% at fault and your damages are $100,000, you would recover $80,000. But if you are found 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover anything.
Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto you to reduce their payout. A skilled attorney can investigate the crash, gather evidence, and fight back against unfair fault assignments.
Every case is different. The value of your claim depends on several factors, including the severity of your injuries, your medical bills, how much work you missed, and how the accident affects your daily life.
You may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and mental anguish. In cases involving severe injuries or permanent disability, future medical costs and lost earning capacity can also be included.
An experienced attorney can review your case, calculate your damages, and fight to maximize your recovery. Insurance companies often make lowball settlement offers. You do not have to accept the first offer.
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Can I recover more compensation if multiple parties caused my motor vehicle accident?
Potentially yes. Each liable party may carry their own insurance policy. Identifying multiple defendants — such as the at-fault driver, their employer, a vehicle manufacturer, and the City of Dallas — can open up multiple sources of recovery that a single-defendant case would not. This is one of the most important reasons to hire an attorney who investigates the full picture, not just the driver.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.
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At Frenkel & Frenkel, we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing upfront. We only collect a fee if we recover money for you.
There is no charge for your first consultation. You can call us, tell us what happened, and we will let you know if we think we can help. There is no pressure and no obligation.
We advance all case costs, including hiring investigators and expert witnesses. You do not pay us back unless we win your case.
Our attorneys have spent decades fighting for people injured in vehicle accidents. We have the knowledge and resources to take on even the most complex cases.
Our founding attorneys used to defend insurance companies. Now, they use that inside knowledge to fight for injured people like you. We know the tactics companies use, and we know how to counter them.
We have recovered over $1 Billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients. For 16 straight years, our attorneys have been named among the Best Lawyers in Dallas
These results reflect outcomes in specific cases and should not be used to predict what may happen in your case.
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Texas gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit (Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003).
Texas requires drivers to carry at least $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident for bodily injury liability, plus $25,000 for property damage (30/60/25 coverage).
Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system (51% bar rule). You can recover compensation if you are 50% or less at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault (Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 33).
Over 14,000 car accidents happen in Dallas County each year (TxDOT data). In 2024, Texas recorded 4,150 traffic fatalities. Dallas consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous large cities for drivers in the U.S.
Distracted Driving
Texting, phone calls, eating, or adjusting the radio takes a driver’s attention off the road. Even a few seconds of distraction can lead to a serious crash. In 2024, distracted driving was linked to 380 fatalities in Texas.
Drunk Driving
Alcohol impairs judgment, reaction time, and coordination. Over 25% of all traffic deaths in Texas in 2024 involved a driver under the influence of alcohol. Dallas sees a spike in DUI-related crashes during late-night and weekend hours.
Speeding
Driving too fast reduces time to react and makes crashes more severe. Speeding is consistently identified as the number one cause of fatal and serious injury crashes in Dallas and across Texas.
Running Red Lights and Stop Signs
Drivers who ignore traffic signals cause dangerous intersection collisions. These crashes often result in serious injuries because vehicles strike each other at high speeds and from the side, where there is less protection.
Failure to Yield Right-of-Way
Not giving the right of way leads to collisions at intersections, merges, and when making left turns. Misjudging traffic or ignoring yield signs can have deadly consequences.
Reckless Driving
Aggressive maneuvers, tailgating, weaving through traffic, and road rage create hazards for everyone on the road. These behaviors increase the risk of multi-vehicle crashes and serious injuries.
Often caused by following too closely or distracted driving. While common, these crashes can cause serious whiplash, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries.
Among the deadliest types of crashes. Usually result from wrong-way driving, drunk driving, or lane departure. In 2024, Texas recorded 617 deaths from head-on collisions.
Also called side-impact or broadside accidents. Common at intersections when drivers run red lights or fail to yield. These resulted in 1,050 fatalities in Texas in 2024 and often cause severe injuries due to limited side protection.
These crashes have a high fatality rate and are often associated with single-vehicle, run-off-the-road incidents. Speeding, sharp turns, and top-heavy vehicles increase rollover risk.
Chain reaction crashes involving three or more vehicles. Determining fault requires thorough investigation. Common on highways and during poor weather conditions.
Collisions involving large trucks and 18-wheelers are complex due to federal regulations, multiple liable parties, and the catastrophic damage they often cause. Trucking companies and their insurers have teams of lawyers to minimize payouts.
These vulnerable road users lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle. In 2024, Texas saw 585 motorcyclist, 768 pedestrian, and 78 bicyclist fatalities. These crashes often result in life-changing injuries.
When a driver flees the scene. We help identify responsible parties through investigation and explore all recovery options, including uninsured motorist coverage.
First, ensure everyone's safety and call 911 to report the crash and request medical assistance if needed. Obtain a police report, as it is critical evidence. Exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver but avoid discussing fault. Document the scene by taking photos of vehicle damage, license plates, and surrounding conditions. Seek immediate medical evaluation, even if you feel fine, as many serious injuries have delayed symptoms.
Texas uses a modified comparative negligence system. Fault is determined by investigating the evidence, including the police report, witness statements, photos, and traffic laws. A percentage of fault is assigned to each party. You can recover compensation only if you are 50% or less at fault. Your final award will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Victims can seek compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include current and future medical bills, lost wages, and property damage to your vehicle. Non-economic damages compensate for intangible losses like pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment, and loss of enjoyment of life.
It is highly recommended that you do not provide a recorded statement or sign any documents from the at-fault party's insurance company without first consulting an attorney. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize payouts and may use your statements against you to devalue or deny your claim.
If you have Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your own auto policy, you can file a claim with your own insurance company to cover your damages. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage can also cover medical bills and lost wages regardless of who was at fault.
Initially, you may use your health insurance, PIP coverage, or pay out of pocket. After your case settles or you win a verdict, compensation for medical expenses is included in your recovery. Some medical providers may agree to wait for payment until your case resolves, known as a medical lien.
Every case is different. Some cases settle in a few months. Others may take a year or more, depending on the severity of injuries, complexity of fault, and whether the insurance company makes a fair offer. About 96% of car accident cases settle before trial. We work to move cases forward efficiently while fighting for the compensation you deserve.
You may still be able to file a claim, but delays in seeking medical care can hurt your case. Insurance companies often argue that injuries are not serious or not related to the crash if you did not get immediate treatment. Seek medical attention as soon as possible and contact a lawyer to discuss your situation.
