The River Oaks Office of the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, PLLC, provides dedicated support to accident victims throughout River Oaks, Upper Kirby, Montrose, West University, and Central Houston. Whether your accident occurred on Westheimer Road, Kirby Drive, Shepherd Drive, San Felipe, or on a major Houston freeway such as I-69 or Loop 610, it is crucial to understand your legal rights under Texas personal injury law.
Insurance companies often use pressure, manipulation, and misinformation to minimize or deny rightful compensation. Our River Oaks attorneys ensure that victims fully understand their rights, avoid harmful mistakes, and maximize the compensation they are entitled to under Texas law.
Your Legal Rights Under Texas Injury Laws
Texas is a fault-based state, meaning the driver who caused the accident must pay for the resulting damages. Understanding these rights helps you protect your health, your finances, and your future.
Right to Full & Fair Compensation
If another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Emergency room and hospital care
- Follow-up medical treatment
- Medications & pain management
- Chiropractic or physical therapy
- Long-term rehabilitation
- Lost wages & loss of earning capacity
- Pain & suffering
- Emotional trauma & PTSD
- Physical impairment
- Property damage & rental car costs
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Scarring or disfigurement
We calculate ALL forms of recoverable damages—not just those insurers want to acknowledge.
Right to Hold Negligent Drivers Accountable
Negligence includes:
- Texting or distracted driving
- Drunk or impaired driving
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Failing to yield
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Tailgating
- Unsafe lane changes
Our River Oaks team collects the evidence necessary to clearly establish fault.
Right to Decline Insurance Company Requests
Insurance companies often attempt to:
- Obtain recorded statements
- Access your full medical history
- Pressure you into fast, low settlements
- Delay or deny your claim
You are NOT required to:
- Give a recorded statement
- Sign broad medical release forms
- Communicate directly with the adjuster
- Accept the first settlement offer
We step in to protect you from these tactics.
Right to Medical Privacy
You have the legal right to restrict access to your:
- Private medical history
- Unrelated health conditions
- Sensitive health records
We ensure your privacy is fully protected.
Right to Experienced Legal Representation
Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning:
- No upfront fees
- No hourly billing
- You pay only if we win
This makes legal representation accessible to ALL accident victims.
Right to File a Claim Within the Texas Statute of Limitations
Texas law allows 2 years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit.
Failing to file on time may permanently bar you from compensation.
Our River Oaks Office ensures your case meets all legal deadlines.
Right to Access Evidence Supporting Your Claim
You may legally obtain:
- Police crash reports
- Surveillance camera or business footage
- 911 recordings
- Police bodycam/dashcam footage
- Medical records
- Witness statements
Our attorneys collect and preserve all relevant evidence.