Mission Personal Injury Attorneys

Seeking Justice for Wrongfully Injured Texans

At Hilliard Law, we understand the pain and stress that come with sustaining a serious injury. From expensive hospital bills to costly medical treatments, there can be a lot for injured Texans to worry about after an accident. That’s where our Mission attorneys come in. With more than three decades of experience representing clients in a vast range of personal injury disputes, our seasoned personal injury lawyers have the diverse skillset to protect your rights from start to finish.

Our knowledgeable advocates have represented the wrongfully injured for over 30 years. We’re dedicated to giving back to our community by fighting for the justice our clients deserve, empowering them to focus on healing and taking back their lives after negligence. From car crashes in rush-hour traffic to work-related injuries to slips, trips, and falls, our nationally recognized firm has extensive knowledge of Texas personal injury law to represent your best interests from start to finish. 

Hilliard Law can help you navigate the legal intricacies of your personal injury claim. Contact us online to discuss your  case with a skilled lawyer. 

Protecting Your Rights After a Wrongful Injury

Our highly skilled advocates at Hilliard Law have prioritized the legal needs of injured Texans and their loved ones since 1985, equipping us with a wealth of legal knowledge and experience to protect your rights. 

Our lawyers offer experienced counsel for clients in a variety of personal injury lawsuits, including: 

From negotiating with evasive insurers to gathering strong evidence, our firm can work tirelessly to maximize the value of your claim and hold liable parties accountable while you focus on your health and well-being.

Understanding Texas Personal Injury Law

In Texas, personal injury law covers any harm or damage caused to an individual due to the negligence of another party. This can include physical, emotional, and financial damages. To have a valid personal injury claim, you must establish four key elements: 

1. The negligent party had a duty to act with reasonable care toward you (duty of care). 
2. The defendant breached that duty by acting negligently (breach of duty). 
3. The negligence directly caused your injuries (proximate cause). 
4. You suffered harm as a result of the defendant’s negligence (damages).

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim? 

Under § 16.003 of the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is two years from the date of the accident. If you fail to file a claim within this two-year deadline, the defendant can simply file a motion to dismiss it, preventing you from recovering damages for your injuries. 

What Damages Are Recoverable in Personal Injury Cases?

Wrongfully injured parties can seek to recover various types of damages in personal injury lawsuits to cover healthcare expenses, lost wages, and more. Types of recoverable damages include: 

1. Economic damages to compensate for financial losses, such as lost earnings, medical expenses, and property damage;
2. Non-economic damages to compensate for non-financial losses, such as loss of consortium, scarring and disfigurement, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life; and
3. Punitive damages can be awarded in certain cases involving extreme recklessness. Unlike the damages above, punitive damages are intended to punish the defendant rather than compensate the victim. 

Does Texas Cap Personal Injury Damages?

A damage cap is a maximum limit on the amount of recoverable compensation in personal injury cases. While there is no cap on economic damages in personal injury cases, the state does have a cap on non-economic damages in medical malpractice lawsuits. 

The Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code specifies the following limitations for non-economic damages in medical malpractice lawsuits:

• Doctors and providers: Under §74.301(a), claimants can recover up to $250,000 in non-economic damages from individual healthcare providers. 
• Single healthcare institutions: If a single medical facility, such as a hospital, is found liable in a medical malpractice lawsuit, Texas claimants can recover up to $250,000 in non-economic damages (§ 74.301(b)). 
• Multiple healthcare institutions: If multiple medical institutions are found liable for medical malpractice, the claimant can recover up to $500,000 in non-economic damages (§ 74.301(c)). Keep in mind that no single healthcare facility can be liable for damages exceeding $250,000. 

Don’t wait to pursue justice after a wrongful injury. Our Mission lawyers are ready and willing to build you the strongest case possible, fortifying your claim with relevant evidence to restore your peace of mind and financial security after an accident. Turn to our nationally recognized firm for the support and knowledgeable advocacy you deserve. 

If you were harmed by someone else’s negligence, our determined attorneys can fight for justice. 

Call (361) 882-1612 to schedule a free consultation.