What to Know About Your Car Accident in San Antonio

In Bexar County, San Antonio’s resident county, 50,000 accidents were reported in 2020. Of these, 16,781 resulted in injuries and 199 were fatal. According to data, this trend is not expected to drop; in fact, the number of collisions is increasing, particularly in high-traffic locations such as major intersections.

Because our firm has represented hundreds of victims of car accidents in San Antonio, we understand the bewilderment and fear that many victims and survivors of car accidents feel following a collision. Visit Carabin Shaw’s client reviews to learn from our former clients the quality of legal service we can provide for you if you have been injured in a car accident.

Following a collision, it is important to understand your rights and legal options so that you can know what measures to take. Read on to learn more information regarding what to expect in the aftermath of a car accident.

In Texas, you have a legal right to seek reimbursement from the at-fault driver for your medical costs and related expenses. Related expenditures include lost wages if you lost several weeks of income due to the accident. It may also include pain and suffering in the case of wrongful death as well as funeral expenses. Speaking with a car wreck attorney in San Antonio can help clarify any questions of liability or recoverable losses.

Additionally, after a car wreck, you hold the right to contact law enforcement and file an accident report, speak with witnesses, take photographs and recordings of the accident scene, and seek medical treatment for injuries stemming from the accident.

You also have the right to remain silent. This right is normally associated with those charged criminal offenses, but it also applies in the case of an automobile accident. There is no legal requirement that you communicate with the other party, their insurance company, or any insurance investigator. Many people involved in car wrecks prefer to remain silent until they have consulted with an injury attorney to ensure they do not jeopardize a potential future claim.

Lastly, you hold the right to hire a legal expert to represent you in all matters concerning the accident. This allows the injured victim to focus most of their attention in recuperating physically and mentally while his or her lawyer handles the claim.

An automobile accident may be a frightening experience for many, making it difficult to think clearly and make important decisions in the aftermath. Hiring an experienced San Antonio auto accident lawyer can help you deal with the daunting task of communicating with the liable party’s insurance.

Failure to recognize how aggressively insurance companies, including your own, would battle you to reduce the value of your claim or even deny it, can cause you a significant amount of payout. One thing to remember about insurance companies is that their priority is to maximize profits for the company. Although adjusters may seem friendly, and many may well be, they are assigned to do a job—save the company money.

You should not discuss the collision with the other driver's insurance company, but you can be honest with your own insurer. It is advisable to consult with a quality legal expert prior to giving a recorded statement to your or the at-fault party’s insurance company.

Allow our San Antonio legal team to evaluate the specifics of the wreck and discuss your options for pursuing a personal injury claim. The consultation is free and will help you understand your legal choices.

Call 800-862-1260 toll free to schedule a meeting with one of our legal staff members. We are available 24/7 and can provide consultations in both English and Spanish.