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Were you hurt in a car accident, truck wreck, or any other injury in Dallas, Texas? Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003 gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a claim. Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. If an insurer proves you were 51% or more at fault, you may not receive compensation. Call Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys for a free case review.
Texas’s personal injury statute of limitations is two years. Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003 sets this deadline, and the clock starts on the date of your injury. Insurance companies know this deadline. Some will drag things out, hoping the clock runs out before you call a lawyer.
Texas’s modified comparative fault rule is codified in Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001. Fault in an accident could be split between more than one party. If your share is 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by that amount. But if an insurer pushes that number to 51% or higher, your claim is barred entirely.
In the Lone Star State, adjusters often use this argument. They may argue you were speeding, following too close, or not paying attention. Our attorneys could challenge their narrative.
If your accident involved a government entity, then the rules may be different. Examples include a Dallas city vehicle, a Dallas County road defect, or a government employee. The Texas Tort Claims Act applies under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.001 et seq.
Claims against Texas government entities are complicated. They have strict notice requirements and shorter windows. If you miss any of these steps, your claim could end before it begins.
A Note for Our Dallas Military Community
Dallas is home to Naval Air Station Fort Worth JRB. Did your accident involve a federal employee, a military vehicle, or federal property? Then Texas state rules do not apply.
Instead, the Federal Tort Claims Act governs your claim under 28 U.S.C. § 2401(b). You must file an administrative claim with the appropriate federal agency within two years. You cannot file a lawsuit until the agency denies the claim, or six months pass without a response.
With a population of 1.3 million, Dallas is the ninth-largest city in the United States. Combine that with an annual 25.7 million visitors, and car accidents are bound to happen. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Dallas experienced an estimated 26,109 crashes in 2024. In Dallas County, accidents often occur on Interstate 35E, Interstate 635, and the Stemmons Freeway corridor.
Interstate 35E (I-35E) runs through the heart of Dallas. The stretch near downtown, where the highway narrows and intersects with Loop 12, is especially dangerous. Residents, truckers, and tourists must deal with high traffic and frequent merges. Rear-end and sideswipe collisions are common throughout the day.
The LBJ Freeway, or Interstate 635, loops around the northern and eastern parts of Dallas. It’s one of the most crash-concentrated highways in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Heavy commercial truck traffic, complex interchanges, and abrupt lane shifts make the entire corridor difficult to navigate safely.
The section of I-35E from I-30 through downtown, also known as the Stemmons Freeway, is one of the deadliest stretches of road in Texas. Frequent trucks, lane changes, and merges with downtown traffic create poor driving conditions. Crashes occur regularly, particularly during rush hour.
Everything is bigger in Texas, including car accidents and truck wrecks. Don’t try to navigate the aftermath alone. Meet with an attorney before speaking to any insurance companies.
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Dallas is our Texas office, but Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys represents injured clients across the Lone Star State. No matter how your accident occurred, we can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
Our Dallas car accident and truck wreck attorneys handle cases throughout Dallas County and across Texas. We also represent clients in wrongful death, medical malpractice, and premises liability claims.
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Dallas residents face a wide range of legal challenges, from serious accidents to complex disputes. Find answers about working with attorneys, protecting your rights, and navigating cases across North Texas.
A crash with a large truck is different from an ordinary car accident because the forces involved are so much greater. An eighteen-wheeler can weigh more than twenty times the average car, so the injuries are often far more serious. Beyond that, trucking cases usually involve federal safety rules, electronic driving logs, and maintenance records that don’t exist in regular car accidents. Knowing this helps you see why truck crashes require a deeper investigation than what happens after two cars collide on city streets.
A Dallas law firm like Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys offers personal attention because we understand the community and how the local courts work. We also have the resources of a larger statewide firm. This combination allows us to build strong relationships with clients and truly understand your unique situation. That approach can make a big difference in how your case is handled and the results you get.
Your top priority should be medical care, even if you don’t seem injured. You should also make sure a police report is filed and, if you’re able, gather contact information for anyone who saw the crash. Those details can be very important later. Then, call our firm. We can request the official report and follow up with witnesses, as well as secure any security footage from nearby businesses. Acting early makes it far easier to show what happened and to connect the driver’s actions to the injuries and costs you’re now dealing with.
Many firms, including ours, offer free case reviews so you can discuss your situation and see if we’re the right fit before you decide. Reading reviews and asking questions about their success with cases like yours can help you feel more confident that you’re working with someone who truly understands your needs.
Expect a straightforward and supportive conversation. Your lawyer will want to understand what happened, review any documents or evidence you bring, and explain your options in plain language. It’s an opportunity to ask questions and see if you feel comfortable trusting them with your case.
Look for a firm that specializes in personal injury and insurance law. Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys, for example, handles both, and their experience means they know how to navigate the complexities of each. Asking about their background and success in these areas can help you find the right fit.
Yes. When a major wreck on I-35 or I-30 involves an eighteen-wheeler, several drivers can be hurt at the same time. Each person has the right to bring a claim, but those cases are connected because the cause of the crash must be pieced together in order. Lawyers and investigators look at skid marks, black-box data, traffic footage, and more to show how the accident unfolded. Understanding that process can reassure you that even if several people are filing claims, your case will still be considered on its own facts.
Yes, many Dallas firms are experienced in helping clients navigate storm damage and property loss claims. They can assist you with filing insurance claims and fighting for fair compensation after severe weather events.
