1. Law Firm of Aaron A. Herbert, P.C.
Practice Focus: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, rideshare accidents, bicycle accidents, wrongful death from auto accidents, uninsured and underinsured motorist claims
Case Types Handled: Rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, T-bone accidents, multi-vehicle pileups, drunk driving accidents, distracted driving accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, catastrophic injury cases, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries
Legal Services: Insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical lien resolution, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, punitive damage claims, wrongful death claims
Background: Aaron A. Herbert is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, placing him among less than 2% of Texas attorneys with this distinction. He earned his J.D. from University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2002 and his B.S. in Criminal Justice from Texas A&M University in 1999. Mr. Herbert is a United States Marine Corps veteran with an Honorable Discharge. He has represented clients in more than 50 jury trials and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and Texas Trial Lawyers Association. AVVO Rating: 10/10.
Location: 8330 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Suite 700, Dallas, TX 75243
Contact: (214) 200-4878 | https://injuryattorneyoftexas.com
Consultation: Free consultation available 24/7. Contingency fee arrangement with no fees unless recovery is obtained.
2. Wolf Law, PLLC
Practice Focus: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, workplace injuries, wrongful death claims, slip and fall accidents
Case Types Handled: Side impact collisions, rollover accidents, T-bone accidents, rear-end accidents, hit and run crashes, commercial vehicle accidents, catastrophic injury cases, multi-vehicle pileups
Legal Services: Insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical record gathering, accident investigation, property damage claims, pain and suffering claims
Background: Julie Solomon Wolf founded Wolf Law, PLLC in 2019 after a 14-year legal career with area firms. She graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Psychology with honors in 2001 and earned her J.D. from SMU Dedman School of Law. Julie is admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and multiple Texas federal courts. She is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation and member of the Dallas Bar Association and Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. Her firm obtained one of the Top 100 Settlements in Texas in 2017 for a workplace slip and fall case. Notable results include a $1,000,000 negligent security settlement and $700,000 slip and fall settlement. Selected to Super Lawyers 2023-2025.
Location: 123 W. Main St., Suite 201C, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (also 6220 Campbell Rd. Bldg. 3, Suite 300, Dallas, TX 75248)
Contact: (972) 987-0884 (Grand Prairie) | (972) 338-4477 (Dallas) | [email protected] | https://wolflawpllc.com
Consultation: Free consultation available. Contingency fee basis with no fees unless recovery is obtained. Bilingual services available in Spanish.
3. Mullen & Mullen Law Firm
Practice Focus: Car accidents, commercial truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, rideshare accidents, drunk driving accidents, wrongful death claims
Case Types Handled: Rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, T-bone accidents, multi-vehicle pileups, catastrophic injury cases, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, soft tissue injuries
Legal Services: Insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, medical provider coordination, property damage claims, lost wage recovery, pain and suffering claims, diminished value claims
Background: The firm was founded by Regis L. Mullen, who received his law license in 1967 and previously served as a Litigation Supervisor at Allstate Insurance Company. Managing Partner Shane V. Mullen has over 21 years of experience and is recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters for three consecutive years. He is a lifetime member of the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums. Senior Associate Joseph R. Morrison has 18 years of personal injury experience and served as counsel of record in a case recognized by VerdictSearch.com as a top 5 premises liability verdict in Texas. The firm has made Top Verdict’s Texas Top 50 Personal Injury Settlements list 44 times in the last four years. Named Top Choice Injury Law Firm by Top Choice Awards for six consecutive years (2019-2024).
Location: 1825 Market Center Blvd, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75207
Contact: (214) 747-5240 | https://www.mullenandmullen.com
Consultation: Free consultation available. Discounted 29% contingency fee on pre-suit settlements versus the industry standard of 33.3%-35%. No fees unless recovery is obtained.
4. Kraft & Associates, Attorneys at Law, P.C.
Practice Focus: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, premises liability, slip and fall accidents, wrongful death claims, catastrophic injuries
Case Types Handled: Rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, T-bone accidents, intersection accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, catastrophic injury cases, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries
Legal Services: Accident investigation, insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, evidence gathering, medical record collection, property damage claims, lost wage recovery
Background: Kraft & Associates has been serving injured Texans since 1971, providing more than 50 years of legal experience. Robert A. Kraft, the founding partner, served as President of the North Dallas Bar Association and Director Emeritus of the Dallas Trial Lawyers Association. J.K. Ivey is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Managing Attorneys include William Stacy Webb and R. Matthew Stewart. The firm maintains BBB accreditation and has recovered millions of dollars for thousands of clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
Location: 2777 N Stemmons Fwy, Suite 1300, Dallas, TX 75207
Contact: (214) 999-9999 | (817) 999-9999 | https://www.kraftlaw.com
Consultation: Free case evaluation available. Contingency fee basis with no fees unless recovery is obtained.
5. The Queenan Law Firm, P.C.
Practice Focus: Car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, workplace injuries, oil rig accidents, wrongful death claims
Case Types Handled: Rear-end collisions, head-on collisions, multi-vehicle accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, pedestrian accidents, catastrophic injury cases, burn injuries, traumatic brain injuries
Legal Services: Insurance claim negotiation, litigation, trial representation, settlement negotiations, defendant communication, damage calculation, evidence collection, property damage claims, pain and suffering claims
Background: The Queenan Law Firm serves clients throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area including Grand Prairie. Attorney Carlos Lopez and the firm’s team have earned positive client reviews for their transparent communication and case handling. The firm has experience with Texas modified comparative fault rules and handles complex personal injury matters including those involving multiple liable parties.
Location: Fort Worth, TX area (serving Grand Prairie)
Contact: (817) 476-1797 | https://www.queenanlaw.com
Consultation: Free consultation available. Contingency fee arrangement.
Car Accident Laws and Regulations in Texas
Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims: Two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit (Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003). Claims against government entities may have shorter notice requirements, sometimes as little as six months.
Statute of Limitations for Property Damage Claims: Two years from the date of the accident.
Fault vs. No-Fault Insurance State: Texas is an at-fault (tort) state. The driver determined to be responsible for the accident is liable for damages. Injured parties can file claims with the at-fault driver’s insurance, their own insurance, or pursue a personal injury lawsuit.
Comparative Negligence Rules: Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system (proportionate responsibility). An injured party can recover damages only if their share of fault is 50% or less. If the plaintiff is found 51% or more at fault, they are barred from recovering any compensation. Damages are reduced by the plaintiff’s percentage of fault.
Minimum Auto Insurance Requirements (30/60/25 coverage):
Bodily injury liability: $30,000 per person, $60,000 per accident
Property damage liability: $25,000 per accident
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Requirements: PIP is optional in Texas, but insurers must offer it. If purchased, PIP covers medical expenses and lost wages regardless of fault.
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Optional but insurers must offer this coverage. Protects drivers when the at-fault party lacks adequate insurance.
Damage Caps: Texas does not cap economic damages in most personal injury cases. Non-economic damages may be capped in medical malpractice cases. Punitive damages are generally capped at the greater of $200,000 or two times economic damages plus an amount equal to non-economic damages up to $750,000.
Dram Shop Liability: Under the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, establishments that serve alcohol to visibly intoxicated persons or minors may be held liable for damages caused by the intoxicated individual.
Vicarious Liability: Vehicle owners may be held liable for accidents caused by drivers operating their vehicles with permission under certain circumstances.
Rental Car and Rideshare Liability: Texas follows the Graves Amendment, generally protecting rental car companies from vicarious liability. Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft must provide insurance coverage for drivers during active ride periods.
Accident Reporting Requirements: Accidents must be reported to local law enforcement if they result in injury, death, or property damage exceeding $1,000. Drivers must immediately report accidents to police by the quickest means of communication.
Bad Faith Insurance Laws: Texas allows policyholders to sue insurers for unfair claims practices, including unreasonable delays or wrongful claim denials.
Wrongful Death: The statute of limitations is two years from the date of death. Eligible claimants include surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for filing a car accident lawsuit in Texas?
You have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit in Texas. This deadline, known as the statute of limitations, is strictly enforced. If you miss this deadline, you will likely lose your right to seek compensation through the court system, regardless of how strong your case may be. Insurance claims should be filed promptly as well, typically within days or weeks of the accident per policy requirements.
How does Texas’s modified comparative negligence rule affect my car accident claim?
Under Texas law, you can recover compensation for your injuries even if you were partially at fault for the accident, as long as your share of fault does not exceed 50%. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are awarded $100,000 but found to be 20% at fault, you would receive $80,000. If you are found to be 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover any damages from other parties.
What are the minimum insurance requirements for drivers in Texas?
Texas law requires all drivers to carry liability insurance with minimum coverage of $30,000 per person for bodily injury, $60,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage. This is commonly referred to as 30/60/25 coverage. Driving without insurance can result in fines up to $350 for a first offense and higher penalties for repeat violations.
Can I recover compensation if I was hit by an uninsured driver in Grand Prairie?
Yes, you may still recover compensation if you have uninsured motorist (UM) coverage on your own policy. Texas insurers are required to offer UM coverage, though drivers may reject it in writing. If you have this coverage, your own insurance will pay for your injuries and damages when the at-fault driver lacks insurance. You may also pursue a personal lawsuit against the uninsured driver, though collecting the judgment may be difficult.
How long do car accident settlements typically take in Texas?
Most car accident claims in Texas resolve within 3 to 18 months, depending on the complexity of the case. Simple claims with clear liability and documented injuries may settle within a few months. Cases involving disputed fault, severe injuries, or multiple parties often take longer. If a lawsuit is filed and the case goes to trial, the process can extend to two years or more. Working with an experienced attorney can help expedite the settlement process by properly documenting injuries and effectively negotiating with insurance companies.