When serious injuries disrupt your life, legal action isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity. People who hire experienced accident and injury lawyers often recover far more than those who try to manage the process alone. Skilled attorneys don’t just understand personal injury law—they know how to challenge powerful insurance companies and fight for every dollar you’re owed.
Rather than letting insurance adjusters control the narrative, your lawyer gathers evidence, secures expert opinions, and aggressively negotiates a better outcome. If negotiations stall, they take your case to court and demand fair treatment.
What Counts as a Personal Injury?
Personal injuries result from negligence or recklessness. These cases aren’t limited to car accidents. They include a wide range of incidents where someone else’s actions caused you harm:
- Car wrecks
- Truck crashes
- Motorcycle accidents
- Slip-and-falls
- Workplace injuries
- Construction site incidents
- Medical malpractice
- Dog bites
- Wrongful deaths
No matter the situation, injury victims carry the burden of proof. Lawyers take on that burden, using witness statements, medical records, police reports, and expert insights to build a winning case.
Damages Injury Victims Can Pursue
If someone else caused your injuries, you deserve more than just reimbursement for medical bills. A thorough injury claim can include:
- Emergency room and hospital expenses
- Ongoing rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost wages or diminished earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Disfigurement
- Wrongful death benefits
Lawyers calculate damages with the help of doctors, financial experts, and long-term care planners. Their work ensures your claim accounts for both current costs and future needs.
Why Time Is Not on Your Side
Each state has a statute of limitations. In Texas, you typically have just two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. Waiting too long can destroy your chance of recovering anything. Evidence can disappear. Memories fade. Camera footage may get overwritten. Acting quickly gives your lawyer more leverage and access to the evidence that proves fault and maximizes value.
Types of Personal Injury Cases Handled
(Percentages based on national case data from the National Center for State Courts)
| Type of Injury Case | Percent of Total Claims |
|---|---|
| Motor Vehicle Accidents | 53% |
| Slip and Fall Injuries | 17% |
| Medical Malpractice | 12% |
| Product Liability | 9% |
| Dog Bites and Animal Attacks | 5% |
| Workplace Injuries | 4% |
What Makes Loncar Lyon Jenkins the Right Choice?
Loncar Lyon Jenkins brings more than three decades of focused personal injury litigation to the table. Their attorneys aggressively represent victims across Texas. Rather than settling for the first offer, they prepare every case as if it’s going to trial. That preparation forces insurers to take your case seriously.
Clients rely on this firm for its relentless advocacy, straightforward communication, and real results. Attorneys at Loncar Lyon Jenkins meet clients face-to-face, return calls promptly, and explain every step of the process. Their approach eliminates confusion and builds trust from day one.
Instead of applying a cookie-cutter strategy, they adjust tactics to your specific case—whether you’re dealing with a car crash in Dallas or a slip-and-fall in El Paso. They work with top-tier experts and use advanced case tools to outmaneuver insurance defense teams.
Compensation: More Than Just the Bills
Many injury victims underestimate the total value of their claim. That’s where experienced attorneys step in. Using a combination of the multiplier method and per diem valuation, lawyers quantify the cost of your physical and emotional trauma.
The multiplier method uses a number (typically between 1.5 and 5) applied to your actual damages based on severity. The per diem method assigns a daily dollar value for every day your life is affected by the injury. By applying both, attorneys present a solid, evidence-based valuation to insurers or juries.
Average Compensation by Injury Severity
(Based on case outcomes across Texas in the past 3 years)
| Injury Severity | Average Compensation |
|---|---|
| Minor (sprains, cuts) | $10,000 – $25,000 |
| Moderate (fractures) | $40,000 – $85,000 |
| Severe (disability) | $100,000 – $500,000+ |
| Catastrophic (brain/spinal) | $750,000+ |
Your First Call Matters
The moment you contact a personal injury attorney, your situation shifts. You no longer have to interpret complicated policy language or field endless calls from insurance reps. Your attorney does that for you. During your free consultation, they explain what your case is worth, how long it could take, and what you should expect at each step.
Most personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. You won’t pay unless they win your case. That arrangement motivates them to pursue maximum compensation and ensures you can get representation regardless of your current financial situation.
Avoid These Common Mistakes After an Injury
Without legal guidance, it’s easy to make decisions that hurt your claim. Victims often:
- Apologize or accept blame at the scene
- Fail to seek immediate medical attention
- Post accident details on social media
- Sign lowball settlement offers
- Miss important deadlines
Accident and injury lawyers protect you from those pitfalls. They guide your communication, handle documentation, and prepare everything for court if necessary.
Real Case Results That Matter
In one case, a woman who suffered neck and spinal injuries in a rear-end collision received a $75,000 settlement offer. After hiring legal representation and undergoing an independent medical evaluation, her attorney uncovered permanent nerve damage that raised the case value. Final settlement: $390,000.
Stories like this happen daily. Lawyers know what insurers try to hide, and they know how to fight back.
Offices and Texas Coverage
Loncar Lyon Jenkins operates out of multiple Texas offices and handles personal injury claims statewide. No matter where your accident occurred, they can connect you with a local team who understands your court system and community.
- Dallas: 424 S Cesar Chavez Blvd, Dallas, TX 75201 | (214) 307-1074
- Houston: 12621 Featherwood Drive Suite 285, Houston, TX 77034 | (713) 322-1337
- El Paso: 5770 Gateway E., El Paso, TX 79905 | (915) 974-1788
- Lubbock: 2012 Broadway St., Lubbock, TX 79401 | (806) 304-7226
- McAllen: 321 S 12th St, McAllen, TX 78501 | (956) 304-6501
- Wichita Falls: 1106 Travis Street, Suite 130, Wichita Falls, TX 76301 | (940) 745-2939
- Odessa: 321 N Lee Ave, Odessa, TX 79761 | (432) 309-4512
- Tyler: 110 N. College Ave, Suite 1400, Tyler, TX 75702 | (903) 300-5766
Wherever you are in Texas, an attorney at Loncar Lyon Jenkins is ready to help.
Final Takeaway
Recovering from an accident isn’t just about healing—it’s about restoring your financial stability and holding the responsible party accountable. Accident and injury lawyers help you navigate this process with confidence. With a firm like Loncar Lyon Jenkins by your side, you gain a team of aggressive advocates who will not stop until you receive the compensation you deserve.
