Quick answer: If you were hurt in a car or motorcycle accident in Fort Worth or anywhere in Texas, you generally have two years from the crash to file a claim, and you can recover even if you were partly at fault (as long as you were not more than 50% responsible). The Law Offices of John David Hart — board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law — represents seriously injured drivers, riders, and passengers on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis. Call 817-870-2102 for a free consultation.
Fort Worth car accident claims
Insurance companies move fast to limit what they pay — often before you know the full extent of your injuries. A board-certified injury lawyer levels the field. We handle rear-end, intersection, distracted-driving, drunk-driving, and multi-vehicle crashes, and the serious injuries that come with them: traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, fractures, and wrongful death.
Texas motorcycle accident claims
Motorcyclists are exposed and often blamed unfairly. We push back on the “biker bias,” prove the other driver’s fault, and pursue full compensation for road rash, broken bones, head and spine injuries, and catastrophic loss. Texas requires helmets only for some riders, and not wearing one does not erase another driver’s liability.
Texas law you should know
- Deadline: generally two years from the crash date.
- Modified comparative negligence: you can recover as long as you are not more than 50% at fault; your award is reduced by your share (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001).
- Damages: medical bills (past and future), lost income and earning capacity, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and exemplary damages in cases of gross negligence (such as DWI).
What to do after a crash
- Get medical care and follow through with treatment.
- Get the police crash report (CR-3).
- Photograph the scene, vehicles, and injuries.
- Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer.
- Talk to an injury lawyer before accepting any settlement offer.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a car or motorcycle accident claim in Texas?
Generally two years from the date of the crash.
Can I recover if I was partly at fault?
Yes, as long as you were not more than 50% at fault; your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
What if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?
It does not eliminate another driver’s liability for causing the crash.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost?
Nothing up front — we work on contingency, no fee unless we win, and the consultation is free.
Talk to a Fort Worth car & motorcycle accident lawyer
Free consultation. No fee unless we win. Call 817-870-2102 or 800-247-1623.
Related: Truck & 18-Wheeler Accidents · Catastrophic Personal Injury · Wrongful Death
