Dallas Personal Injury Lawyer

Don’t Talk to the Insurance Company Alone. They’re trained to pay you less. We’re trained to protect you.

If you or someone you love was injured because of someone else’s negligence, the insurance company is already working on its strategy. Their goal is simple: minimize what they pay.

Don’t give them that advantage. Our Dallas personal injury lawyers step in immediately. We handle the adjusters. We preserve the evidence. We build your case the right way from day one so you don’t settle for less than you deserve.

• Over $2 Billion Recovered for Injury Victims
• Trusted by Thousands of Clients
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Why Injury Claims Are Harder Than You Think

Filing a claim sounds straightforward. It’s not. Here’s what can make your case harder than you expect:

• The insurance company is not on your side. Their job is to reduce what they pay, even if you were clearly hurt.
• Delays in medical treatment can hurt your case. If you wait too long or skip appointments, they’ll argue your injuries aren’t serious.
• You may be blamed, even if the crash wasn’t your fault. In Texas, if they push your fault over 50%, you recover nothing.
• Quick settlement offers can end your case too soon. Once you sign, you can’t go back, even if your condition gets worse.
• Your case value depends on more than you think. Injuries, treatment, lost wages, prior conditions, and available insurance coverage all matter.
• Strict deadlines apply. In most Texas personal injury cases, you generally have two years to file. Miss it, and your case may be barred.

These cases are fact-specific. Small mistakes early on can cost you thousands later. That’s why having an experienced Dallas personal injury attorney on your side from the beginning makes a difference.

Texas Personal Injury Laws That Can Affect Your Case

Texas law gives you the right to pursue compensation after an injury, but it also sets strict rules that can limit or bar your recovery. Understanding these laws early can make a significant difference in how your claim is handled and what you ultimately recover.

Texas Modified Comparative Fault

Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule: If you are found 51% or more responsible, you recover nothing. If you are 50% or less at fault, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.

Here’s what that means in real life: If a jury finds you 30% responsible, your recovery is reduced by 30%. But if they push it to 51%, your case is over.

Fault matters. Evidence matters. How your story is presented matters. Letting the insurance company define what happened can cost you everything.

Texas 2-Year Statute of Limitations

In most Texas personal injury cases, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Miss that deadline, and the court can bar your claim completely.

In some cases, especially those involving government entities, there may be much shorter notice requirements. Time is not on your side. Waiting gives the insurance company leverage. Acting early protects your rights and preserves evidence.

Texas Insurance Coverage Rules

Texas drivers must carry minimum liability coverage of:

• $30,000 per injured person
• $60,000 per accident
• $25,000 for property damage

In serious crashes, those limits are often not enough.

If coverage falls short, recovery may involve underinsured motorist (UIM) benefits, commercial policies, umbrella coverage, or additional liable parties.

Texas insurers must also offer Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which can help pay medical bills and lost wages regardless of fault unless rejected in writing.

Insurance coverage often determines what can realistically be recovered. That’s why identifying every available policy early is critical.

Texas law gives you the right to seek compensation, but it also sets traps. One mistake can reduce or eliminate what you recover.

That’s why having experienced Dallas personal injury lawyers involved early can make the difference between a denied claim and full compensation.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

There are two kinds of compensation you may be entitled to after an injury. These are economic damages (monetary expenses) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering).

The primary form of compensation in a personal injury lawsuit is for economic damages, which include:

• Hospital and doctor bills
• Medical treatments and medications
• Lost income from missing work
• Loss of future income if unable to return to work
• Cost of in-home care or equipment for a permanent disability
• Vocational rehabilitation

Non-economic or non-tangible damages include:

• Physical pain and suffering caused by the injury
• Emotional/mental toll put on the injury victim
• Loss of quality and enjoyment of life

There are also additional damages that apply in some cases:

• Punitive damages are designed to punish the negligent party for actions that were reckless or wrong, like drunk driving, as a means to prevent similar behavior in the future.
• Wrongful death damages are available to the deceased’s family and include funeral and burial expenses, as well as loss of income if the deceased was the primary earner.

Types of Personal Injury Cases

Accidents happen in different ways, but the impact on your life can be just as serious. These are the types of personal injury cases our Dallas law firm handles most often.

Car Accidents

Car crashes in Dallas often involve distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, or failure to yield. If another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, Texas law allows you to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. Fault matters under Texas’ 51% rule so proving what really happened is critical.

Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are more complex than typical car crashes. Liability may extend beyond the driver to the trucking company, maintenance providers, or cargo handlers. Larger commercial insurance policies are often involved. We investigate driver logs, company records, and compliance with federal safety regulations to pursue full compensation.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists face serious risk on Texas roads. Drivers often claim they didn’t see the rider, but negligence is not excused. We work to prevent unfair blame and recover damages for severe injuries, including fractures, road rash, and head trauma.

Bicycle Accidents

Cyclists are vulnerable when drivers fail to respect bike lanes or right-of-way laws. When negligence causes injury, we pursue compensation for medical care, lost income, and long-term recovery needs.

Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians have little protection in a collision. Failure to yield, distracted driving, and speeding are common causes. Even if the fault is disputed, Texas law may still allow recovery depending on the percentage of responsibility.

Workplace Injuries

Texas does not require private employers to carry workers’ compensation. If a third party caused your work injury, such as a contractor or equipment manufacturer, you may have a personal injury claim in addition to any workers’ comp benefits. We evaluate all possible sources of recovery.

Slip and Fall Accidents

Property owners in Texas have a duty to maintain reasonably safe premises.

Slip and fall cases often involve:

• Wet floors
• Poor lighting
• Uneven surfaces
• Unsafe stairways

To recover compensation, you must prove the owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it.

Prompt reporting and documentation are critical in these cases.

The Process of a Personal Injury Claim

Every case is different. But most personal injury claims in Dallas follow a similar path. Here’s how the process usually unfolds and where early decisions matter most.

1. Report the Injury to the Proper Authorities

Before anything else, make sure the incident is officially reported. This creates documentation that can protect your claim later.

Depending on the type of case:

• Car, truck, or motorcycle accident: Call 911 and make sure police respond to the scene.
• Hit-and-run: Report immediately to law enforcement and provide a full statement.
• Slip and fall in a store or business: Report it to management and request a written incident report.
• Workplace injury: Notify your employer right away and follow company reporting procedures.
• Injury caused by a government vehicle or dangerous roadway: Reporting deadlines may be shorter.
• Dog bite: Report the incident to local animal control.

If there’s no report, the insurance company may argue the incident never happened or didn’t happen the way you say it did. Call 911 when appropriate. Get documentation. Protect the record.

2. Launching an Investigation

When you hire an attorney, they will investigate to collect evidence in support of your personal injury claim. They will preserve this evidence and gather eyewitness testimony to reconstruct what happened and find who was at fault.

You can greatly support this process by documenting as much evidence as you can right when your accident/injuries occur. Take photos of the accident scene and your injuries. If there are witnesses, get their names and contact information so your attorney can interview them as potential trial witnesses.

3. Documenting Your Injuries

After an accident, you should always seek medical care, whether you are injured or not. All records of hospital and doctor visits, including follow-up care, will provide critical documentation of the extent of your injuries.

4. Consulting With Experts

In some cases, your lawyer may need to consult with expert witnesses to prove that the negligent party is liable for your injuries. These experts, such as accident reconstructionists, can serve as trial witnesses to help a judge or jury understand the events leading up to the accident.

5. Negotiating a Settlement or Filing a Lawsuit

Most personal injury cases are settled without the need for a trial. When faced with evidence proving negligence and the extent of the victim’s injuries, most defendants—and their insurance carriers—are usually eager to settle. Your attorney will negotiate the amount you deserve. If, for some reason, a settlement becomes impossible, your attorney will assist you in filing a lawsuit.

6. Obtaining the Final Decision

If a personal injury case goes to trial, a jury, or sometimes just the judge, will hear evidence and arguments from both sides before delivering a verdict. The losing side may decide to appeal the verdict, but if they don’t, the trial court’s decision is final.

Choosing the Right Lawyer

If you’ve sustained injuries from an accident, it’s important to choose a Dallas personal injury lawyer with experience with your specific case type. Your lawyer should have experience taking cases to court and securing significant compensation for clients.

Your lawyer should handle every aspect of your claim so you can focus on your recovery. When you hire Steinger, Greene & Feiner to take on your case, we will:

• Explain your rights and offer legal advice
• Document your losses and calculate the total value of your claim
• Hold the at-fault party accountable 
• Negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf
• File a lawsuit and represent you in court if necessary

The best way to understand how we treat our clients is to hear directly from them. Read their experiences and see why so many accident victims trusted us with their cases.

Your Personal Injury Advocates Nearby

If you’ve been injured in Dallas, don’t wait to get the compensation you deserve.

With a legal team of over 50 attorneys and more than 150 case managers, legal assistants, legal investigators, and support staff, Steinger, Greene & Feiner have the resources and experience it takes to win in Dallas. At Steinger, Greene & Feiner, we will fight to recover maximum damages from the party that caused your accident. We represent your best interests. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing until we win your case.

Get started and contact us today to discuss your case with a trusted Dallas personal injury lawyer.

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