Tourists Injured in Texas Car Accidents: What Visitors Need to Know About Filing an Injury Claim

Traveling to Texas should and can be an enjoyable experience. A serious car accident can quickly turn a carefree vacation into a stressful ordeal. Whether you were visiting San Antonio, El Paso, Dallas, or Houston, understanding your legal rights is important if you’ve been hurt due to another driver’s negligence. Speaking with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible after the accident can help you protect your rights. That’s where the trusted attorneys at Carabin Shaw come in.

Even if you live out of state, if you got into an accident on vacation, you’ll need to file a Texas personal injury claim. Contact our law firm today to book your free initial consultation and let our legal team help you pursue the compensation you deserve while guiding you through every step of the claims process.

Living in another state does not prevent you from pursuing compensation for an accident in Texas. In many cases, an injured tourist can file a Texas car accident claim for visitors against the at-fault driver or other liable party, just as a Texas resident would. Depending on the specific circumstances of your accident, you may be able to recover compensation for:

• Medical expenses (past and future)
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Other damages allowed by law

Texas personal injury law includes a modified comparative fault rule. This means that multiple parties can be held liable for an accident, and as long as you aren’t found to be more than 50% liable for your injuries, you can recover compensation. This rule can often make Texas car accident claims complicated, which means that having an attorney on your side can help ensure you receive the maximum amount of compensation available for you.

The actions you take immediately after you’ve been in an accident can greatly affect your personal injury claim. The best course of action is to:

1. Seek medical treatment immediately.
2. Photograph the accident scene and vehicle damage.
3. Exchange contact information with witnesses.
4. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible after the incident.
5. Inform law enforcement and file a report.
6. Obtain a copy of the police report and any other available evidence.

Multiple parties could be liable for your accident. You might worry that, as a visitor, it’s more difficult to pursue compensation after leaving Texas. Fortunately, that is rarely the case with the Texas car accident lawyers at Carabin Shaw. They can work on your behalf to communicate with insurance companies, gather evidence, negotiate settlements, and file court documents without requiring you to travel back to Texas frequently.

Potentially liable parties can include:

• An at-fault driver
• The vehicle owner
• A commercial trucking company
• A rideshare company
• A vehicle manufacturer
• A government entity
• A mechanic
• A bar, restaurant, or alcohol provider

Investigating the cause of the accident and identifying liable parties can be left to an experienced attorney while you recover from your injuries.

Your legal representative can communicate with insurance companies and negotiate settlements for you if you’ve been involved in an out-of-state car accident in Texas. Prompt legal guidance can help protect your rights and ease your mind as you recover at home.

Before choosing a legal team, we recommend reviewing our law firm’s client reviews to learn how we’ve helped injured clients in Texas, including visitors. We proudly offer a free consultation, and you pay nothing unless we win your case.

According to Texas law, you only have two years from the time of your accident to pursue compensation. It’s critical to seek legal help as soon as possible so that you can recover compensation for your injuries.

You can call us toll-free, anytime (24/7): 1-800-862-1260. We have English- and Spanish-speaking staff available to discuss your case. If you’d rather, you can also contact us online.

For more information:

• Texas Statutes 16
• Texas Statutes 33