Quick answer: The Law Offices of John David Hart is a Dallas car accident law firm helping people hurt in passenger-vehicle crashes across Dallas County and all of Texas. Founder John David Hart is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has represented injured Texans since 1981. No fee unless we win. Call 817-870-2102 for a free consultation.
Car crashes on Dallas roads
Dallas drivers face some of the most congested and highest-speed roadways in Texas. Heavy commuter traffic on I-35E, I-30, I-635 (LBJ Freeway), US-75 (Central Expressway), I-45, the Dallas North Tollway, and the President George Bush Turnpike creates constant merging, sudden braking, and lane-change conflicts. Notorious interchanges like the “Mixmaster” where I-30 meets I-35E downtown and the “High Five” at US-75 and I-635 concentrate traffic from multiple directions, and a single distracted or aggressive driver can trigger a serious collision. When that happens, the injured person is left with medical bills, lost income, and an insurance company focused on paying as little as possible.
Common causes of Dallas car accidents
Most passenger-car crashes in the Dallas area trace back to preventable driver conduct. The collisions we see most often involve:
- Distracted driving, including texting and phone use
- Drunk and impaired driving
- Speeding and unsafe following distances that cause rear-end crashes
- Running red lights and stop signs at busy intersections
- Failure to yield and unsafe lane changes on crowded freeways
- Uninsured and underinsured motorists
Rear-end and intersection collisions are especially common on stop-and-go commuter routes and at the many signalized crossings feeding Dallas’s highway on-ramps.
What to do after a crash in Dallas
The steps you take after a wreck can affect both your health and any later claim. When you are able, it helps to:
- Call 911 and report the crash so Dallas police or the responding agency creates a report
- Get medical attention promptly, even if you feel only mildly hurt
- Photograph the vehicles, the scene, and any visible injuries
- Exchange insurance and contact information and get names of witnesses
- Avoid giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer before speaking with an attorney
Keeping your medical records, repair estimates, and out-of-pocket receipts organized gives your case a clear factual foundation.
Dealing with insurers and uninsured motorists
After a Dallas crash, you may be dealing with more than one insurance company, and their adjusters are not working for you. Texas is an at-fault state, so the driver who caused the wreck is generally responsible for the resulting harm. But when the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little coverage, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage may come into play. These claims can be surprisingly contested, even against your own carrier. Having a lawyer handle communications helps protect the value of your claim and keeps early statements from being used against you.
Texas law: deadlines, fault, and damages
In most Texas car accident cases, the statute of limitations gives you two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. Waiting too long can bar your claim entirely. Texas also follows a modified comparative fault rule with a 51% bar: if you are found more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover, and if you are 50% or less at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Depending on the facts, an injured person may seek damages for medical expenses, lost wages and lost earning capacity, property damage, and physical pain and mental anguish. Every case is different, and the value of any claim depends on its specific facts.
Why John David Hart
John David Hart is board certified in both Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by only a small percentage of Texas attorneys. He has practiced since 1981 and handles cases personally rather than passing them down a line of staff. From the Fort Worth office in the same metroplex as Dallas, the firm serves clients throughout Dallas County and all of Texas. Insurance companies know which lawyers are prepared to try a case, and that preparation matters from the first day a claim is filed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to hire a Dallas car accident lawyer?
The firm handles car accident cases on a contingency fee, which means there is no fee unless we win. The initial consultation is free and confidential, so you can understand your options before making any decision.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Texas?
Texas generally gives you two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. Some situations can shorten or affect that deadline, so it is wise to speak with a lawyer promptly to protect your rights.
What if the other driver was uninsured or left the scene?
You may still have a path to recovery through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. These claims have their own rules and deadlines, and an attorney can help you pursue them and deal with your insurer.
Do I have a case if I was partly at fault for the Dallas crash?
Possibly. Under Texas modified comparative fault, you can still recover if you are 50% or less at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your share of responsibility. If you are more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover.
Does the firm handle Dallas cases from a Fort Worth office?
Yes. The office is in Fort Worth, in the same metroplex as Dallas, and the firm serves clients in Dallas County and across all of Texas. You can discuss your case by phone and arrange how best to meet.
Injured in a car crash in Dallas? Get a board certified attorney on your side. Call The Law Offices of John David Hart at 817-870-2102 for a free, confidential consultation. No fee unless we win.
