The Kingwood Office of the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC is committed to protecting the legal rights of accident victims throughout Kingwood, Porter, New Caney, Atascocita, and the broader Lake Houston area. Whether you were injured in a crash on Eastex Freeway (US-59), Northpark Drive, Kingwood Drive, or while driving in Houston, Texas, personal injury laws provide strong protections—if you know how to use them.
Unfortunately, insurance companies rely on confusion, misinformation, and pressure tactics to pay victims as little as possible. Our Kingwood attorneys ensure that you fully understand your rights, the compensation you may be entitled to, and the steps needed to protect your claim from being undervalued or denied.
We stand by accident victims every step of the way, from initial reporting to final settlement or litigation.
Your Legal Rights After an Accident in Texas
Texas is a fault-based accident state, which means the driver who caused the collision is financially responsible. Knowing your rights is essential to recovering fair compensation.
Right to Full Compensation
If you were injured due to another driver’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency room care & hospitalization
- Follow-up medical appointments
- Physical therapy & rehabilitation
- Future medical treatment
- Lost wages & loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress & mental anguish
- Physical impairment
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Property damage & rental car expenses
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our Kingwood Office calculates the complete value of your damages—not just what insurers want to pay.
Right to Hold Negligent Drivers Accountable
Negligence can include:
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Distracted driving (texting or phone use)
- Drunk or impaired driving
- Tailgating
- Running stop signs or red lights
- Failing to yield
- Unsafe lane changes
We gather the evidence needed to prove fault and defend you from false blame.
Right to Decline Insurance Company Requests
You are not required to:
- Give a recorded statement
- Sign medical authorizations
- Provide your full medical history
- Accept the first settlement offer
- Communicate directly with adjusters
Insurance companies often use your words against you. Our Kingwood attorneys handle ALL communication on your behalf.
Right to Medical Privacy
Insurers may try to request your lifelong medical records.
You have the right to:
- Limit what medical information they receive
- Share only what is relevant to the accident
- Decline overly broad medical release requests
We protect your privacy and ensure only necessary records are shared.
Right to Legal Representation (No Upfront Cost)
Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning:
- No upfront fees
- No hourly billing
- You pay only if we win your case
This ensures all accident victims—regardless of financial position—can access quality legal representation.
Right to File a Claim Within the Legal Deadline
Texas personal injury lawsuits must be filed within:
- 2 years after the accident date
Failing to file on time may permanently bar you from seeking compensation.
We ensure all deadlines are strictly followed.
Right to Access and Preserve Evidence
Victims can request:
- Police crash reports
- Surveillance footage
- Dashcam video
- 911 call recordings
- Body cam footage (if available)
- Medical records
- Witness statements
Our Kingwood Office obtains and preserves the evidence needed to build a strong case.