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If you were struck by a negligent driver while walking in your McAllen neighborhood, you may be entitled to compensation that can cover the cost of your accident-related damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, a McAllen pedestrian accident lawyer on our legal team will go above and beyond to help you fight for your right to fair compensation and hold the negligent driver accountable.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, a pedestrian accident lawyer 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:
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.
Our law firm can get started on your case at no cost to you. In a contingency-fee-based payment structure, we can:
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.
Each year, Loncar Lyon Jenkins represents over 7,000 clients all over Texas and will travel to any city or town within the Lone Star state.
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:
Depending on the severity of your injuries and the types of impairments you suffered, you could be eligible to recover the following:
We will look into the details of your health insurance coverage (if applicable) to determine the overall value of your healthcare expenses.
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:
If you were unable to secure a promotion because of your condition, we can account for this loss in your claim, as well.
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:
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.
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:
You could recover other losses depending on your relationship with the decedent
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:
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:
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.
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.
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:
The answers to these questions may give you a better idea about whether working with a lawyer from our firm is right for you.
Clay Jenkins started his personal injury practice in 1989 after clerking for the Texas Supreme Court. He co-counseled some of Brian Loncar’s biggest cases for 25 years before purchasing an interest in the firm. He is the former Chairman of the Board of Advocates for the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and previously served as President of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. Learn More
Our highly experienced lawyers will contact you for a Free Legal Consultation.
At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, a McAllen pedestrian accident lawyer understands that you may be recovering from a painful accident and feel disheartened by what happened. The sooner you call, the sooner an McAllen pedestrian accident lawyer can start working on your case. We will handle every aspect of your case, including managing document collection, court filings, and the negotiation process. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation to learn more.
