Central Texas Car Accident Attorney
Car accident injury in Texas — don’t let the insurance company decide what your case is worth.
If you were injured in a car accident caused by another driver’s negligence, you have legal rights — and a limited window to protect them. Carl Knickerbocker fights for maximum compensation for injury victims throughout Central Texas.
Car Accident Claims
The insurance company is already working against you. We work for you.
Car accidents are the leading cause of serious injury in Texas. When another driver’s negligence — speeding, distracted driving, running a red light, driving under the influence — causes your injuries, you are entitled to full compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and property damage. But insurance companies are not in the business of paying you fairly. They are in the business of paying you as little as possible.
From the moment an accident happens, the at-fault driver’s insurance company begins gathering information to minimize their exposure. They may contact you quickly with a settlement offer that sounds reasonable but is a fraction of what your claim is truly worth. Once you accept, your rights are gone.
Carl Knickerbocker handles car accident claims on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we recover. There is no reason to face this alone.
Compensation We Pursue
Injuries We See
Car accidents cause serious injuries that deserve serious representation.
Whiplash & Neck Injuries
Among the most common car accident injuries, whiplash often causes chronic pain that lingers for months or years. Insurance companies routinely try to minimize these injuries. We document them thoroughly.
Back & Spinal Injuries
Herniated discs, fractured vertebrae, and spinal cord damage can result in permanent disability and a lifetime of treatment. These injuries require significant compensation to account for future medical costs.
Traumatic Brain Injury
TBIs range from mild concussions to severe brain damage and can affect cognition, memory, personality, and daily function. These cases require expert medical evidence and aggressive advocacy to value properly.
Broken Bones
Fractures to arms, legs, ribs, hips, and facial bones are common in serious car accidents. Recovery often involves surgery, extended rehabilitation, and time away from work that must be fully accounted for in your claim.
Internal Injuries
Internal bleeding and organ damage can be life-threatening and may not be apparent immediately after the accident. This is one reason why seeking immediate medical attention after any accident is so important.
Psychological Trauma
PTSD, anxiety, depression, and fear of driving are common after serious accidents. Psychological injuries are real, compensable, and deserve the same serious attention as physical injuries in your claim.
Our Approach
How we handle your car accident claim
Common Questions
Car Accident FAQs
What should I do immediately after a car accident?
Call 911, seek medical attention even if you feel okay, document the scene with photos, get the other driver’s insurance information and contact details for any witnesses, and do not admit fault. Do not give a recorded statement to any insurance company before consulting an attorney. Contact us as soon as possible — evidence preservation begins immediately.
What if the other driver was uninsured?
Texas law requires drivers to carry liability insurance, but many don’t. If the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, your own UM/UIM coverage may apply. We review your own policy to identify every potential source of recovery, including your uninsured motorist coverage and any other applicable policies.
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Texas?
Texas has a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. The clock starts on the date of the accident. Missing this deadline permanently bars your right to sue, no matter how strong your case is. Do not wait — contact us well before this deadline.
What if I was partly at fault?
Texas uses a modified comparative negligence standard. You can still recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% at fault — your recovery is simply reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies routinely inflate the injured party’s fault percentage to reduce their payout. We fight back against that tactic aggressively.
Should I accept the insurance company’s first offer?
Almost always no. Initial settlement offers are typically low. Insurance adjusters know that injured people under financial stress are more likely to accept quick money. Once you sign a release, your claim is over — you cannot come back for more, even if your injuries turn out to be more serious than initially known. Have your claim evaluated by an attorney before accepting anything.
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Tell us about your accident. No fee unless we recover. No obligation for the consultation.
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