Car Accident Lawyer Serving Bastrop County, Texas
Fighting for Injured Victims in Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville, and Surrounding Communities
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Bastrop County, you need a serious advocate on your side — someone who understands Texas law, knows how to deal with the insurance companies, and will fight to get you the compensation you deserve. At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we represent injured victims from Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville, and the surrounding areas in serious personal injury cases, including car crashes and wrongful death claims.
A car accident can turn your life upside down. You may be facing overwhelming medical bills, time away from work, car repairs, insurance hassles, and long-term physical pain or emotional distress. Our firm is here to help you cut through the chaos, hold the at-fault driver accountable, and move forward with confidence.
Representation You Can Count On
We handle car accident cases throughout Central Texas, including Bastrop County, and we understand the challenges that crash victims in this area face — from dangerous roads like Highway 71 and Loop 150, to navigating claims in a community where insurance companies may try to downplay your injuries.
Attorney Carl Knickerbocker is an experienced trial lawyer who has recovered millions for injury clients across the region. When you hire our firm, we build your case from the ground up, prepare for trial from day one, and never pressure you to settle for less than your case is worth.
We Handle All Types of Bastrop County Car Accident Claims
Rear-end collisions
Intersection and T-bone crashes
Head-on collisions
Drunk driving (DWI) accidents
Distracted driving and texting while driving
Accidents involving commercial vehicles or delivery drivers
Multi-vehicle accidents
Uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Fatal accidents and wrongful death lawsuits
Every case is different — and every case deserves a strategy tailored to the facts. We take the time to understand how your accident happened and what you need to move forward.
Why Hire a Lawyer After a Car Crash?
Even in a seemingly straightforward case, insurance companies work hard to protect their profits. They may offer a quick settlement that barely covers your medical bills — or try to blame you for the crash. Having a personal injury lawyer representing your interests helps level the playing field.
Our job is to handle the insurance negotiations, investigate the crash, work with your doctors, and fight for full and fair compensation on your behalf. You focus on healing — we take care of the rest.
What You Can Recover in a Bastrop Car Accident Case
Depending on your injuries and the facts of the case, we can pursue compensation for:
Medical expenses (past and future)
Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish and emotional trauma
Loss of enjoyment of life
Property damage
Long-term disability or impairment
Wrongful death damages for surviving families
We work with medical providers, accident reconstruction experts, and financial professionals to ensure your damages are documented and presented persuasively.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Bastrop County
If you’ve been in an accident in Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville, or nearby areas, it’s important to take the right steps immediately:
Call law enforcement to report the crash.
Get medical treatment — even for minor symptoms.
Take photos of the accident scene, damage, and injuries if possible.
Avoid speaking to the other driver’s insurance company without legal advice.
Contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Time matters in personal injury cases. The sooner you get legal help, the better your chances of recovering full compensation.
FAQs About Car Accidents in Bastrop County
How long do I have to file a claim in Texas?
The statute of limitations is two years from the date of the accident. Waiting too long could cost you your ability to recover anything.
What if the other driver has no insurance?
We can pursue compensation through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, if available, and investigate any other liable parties.
Will I have to go to court?
Most cases settle out of court, but we prepare each one as if it will go to trial. That preparation often leads to stronger settlements.
Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
If you were injured in a car accident in Bastrop County, don’t navigate the legal process alone. Let us evaluate your case and give you straightforward advice about your options. At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we’ve helped countless Texans recover what they’re owed — and we’re ready to help you too.
Call today to schedule your free consultation. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay us anything unless we win your case.