Loncar Lyon Jenkins has been serving Texas since 1988. During that time, we have learned about what goes into building successful insurance claims and lawsuits. If you were hurt as a pedestrian, we can help you recover compensation for your injury-related losses.
You can begin a free case review today. We can listen to your situation and explain the benefits of working with one of our pedestrian accident lawyers in the McAllen area.
Our No-Fee Promise
Our law firm can get started on your case at no cost to you. In a contingency-fee-based payment structure, we can:
- Accept cases based on their ability to succeed
- Start building your case without charging you anything
- Take our payment from the money we secure for you
- Avoid charging hourly rates or retainers
We serve over 7,000 clients a year using this payment plan. We are so confident in our ability to “win” your case that if we do not secure compensation for you, you do not pay us our attorney’s fees.
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Types of Damages We Can Win for You
The following are types of damages that we have secured for our clients in the past. We will use various pieces of evidence to show the insurance company that you deserve compensation.
You could get reimbursed for:
Past and Future Medical Bills
Depending on the severity of your injuries and the types of impairments you suffered, you could be eligible to recover the following:
- Hospitalization
- Surgeries
- Medications
- Doctors’ copays
- Rehab
- Assistive medical devices, like wheelchairs
- Imaging scans and lab tests
- Treatment
We will look into the details of your health insurance coverage (if applicable) to determine the overall value of your healthcare expenses.
Lost Wages
Getting hurt in a pedestrian accident can impede your ability to work and support yourself. We can include the following in your case’s value:
- Tips
- Hourly wages
- Commissions
- Insurance coverage
- Employee benefits
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Bonuses
If you were unable to secure a promotion because of your condition, we can account for this loss in your claim, as well.
Pain and Suffering
Your pain and suffering is meant to account for the physical pain the accident caused you. There is no predetermined value for this expense. Each insurance company has its own way of coming up with a figure.
However, we will base the value of your pain and suffering on:
- The types of injuries you suffered
- Your expected recovery period
- The types of treatment you will need
- Your quality of life
- Your day-to-day function
- Your mental health
Texas does not place a cap on non-economic damages, meaning there is no limit to the amount of money you can recover for this loss.
Wrongful Death
Without external barriers, there is nothing to shield a pedestrian from the force of impact. If you lost a loved one in this manner, we are truly sorry. If you entrust us with your wrongful death case, we can recoup the following:
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of parental guidance
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of household support
- Loss of the decedent’s wages
- Medical expenses
- Funeral costs
- Burial or cremation
You could recover other losses depending on your relationship with the decedent.
How Long do You Have to File Your Pedestrian Accident Lawsuit in McAllen?
The short answer? You have two years to file your personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. The long answer? This timeline could vary depending on who the at-fault party is.
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003 outlines the state’s statute of limitations. Most cases must abide by this deadline. However, if any of the following circumstances apply, you could be given more time beyond the standard two years:
- You were injured in a hit-and-run accident.
- The driver gave you a false name at the accident scene.
- You were injured while you were under the age of 18.
- The negligent driver fled the state.
You can read more about these exceptions by connecting with our law firm.
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How Can Our Team Support Your Personal Injury Case?
We will start by listening to your version of the story. We want to know everything, including how you were hurt, what you do for a living, and what damages you want to recover. Once we decide that we’re a good fit, we will start investigating your accident by:
- Talking to witnesses
- Requesting traffic camera footage and the police report
- Evaluating photos of your injuries
- Getting your medical records
- Discussing your accident with accident reconstruction specialists
After we learn about who caused your accident, we will file a claim with their insurer. From here, we will attempt to negotiate a settlement. Depending on the liable party’s willingness to settle, we could resolve your case from here. Otherwise, we can file a lawsuit in civil court.
Commonly Aasked Questions Following Pedestrian Accidents
We’ve been in the business of serving people for more than 20 years. Often, clients come to us with the same questions. Here are three questions that our clients sometimes have on their minds:
How Long Will it Take to Resolve My Case?
It could take months. It could take years. The progression of your case boils down to the evidence that you have to support it. The more compelling the evidence, the faster you can resolve your case.
You can expect your lawyer to provide you with timely updates about the progression of your case. We want you to know what is going on at all times.
What Happens If I Partially Caused My Accident?
You can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for what happened. You can learn more about this by reading Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001. You can recover compensation as long as you did not primarily cause the crash.
Do I Need a Lawyer for My Pedestrian Accident in McAllen?
While the law does not require that you seek legal aid, here are some questions to ask yourself before handling your case on your own:
- Do you understand how to negotiate a fair settlement?
- Do you understand the value of your pain and suffering, along with your other non-economic damages?
- Are you capable of addressing your case’s challenges as you recover from your injuries?
- Do you understand what to do if you need to file a lawsuit?
The answers to these questions may give you a better idea about whether working with a lawyer from our firm is right for you.
Call in the Strong Arm Today
You can connect with Loncar Lyon Jenkins today by calling (877) 239-4878. Your first case review is free.