Stone Oak Car Accident Lawyer
Helping drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and bicycle riders when cars collide in South Texas
Residents and visitors travel throughout Stone Oak and San Antonio to see the River Walk, the San Antonio Zoo, the Blue Star Arts Complex, and many other local attractions. They drive to the Rolling Oaks Mall, local offices, and the great restaurants in Stone Oak. They also drive to their homes and visit neighbors. Some of the roads travelers take into and out of Stone Oak include Interstates 35, 10, 410, and U.S. Route 281.
In a second, a driver can lose focus or lose control of their car, causing an accident. Accidents can change your life from one of enjoyment to constant medical visits, long-term pain, and the inability to work. Our Stone Oak car accident lawyer is ready to help you now. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we move quickly to investigate the accident, speak with police, and discuss your injuries with your doctors. We hold careless drivers and other responsible parties accountable for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income, and car damage. Call us now to assert your right to compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of car accidents do you handle in Stone Oak?
- What are the common causes of car accidents in Stone Oak?
- What types of injuries do car accident victims suffer?
- What should I do if I’m in a car accident?
- Who is responsible for my car accident?
- What’s the value of my car accident claim in Texas?
- Why do car accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney
- Do you have a Stone Oak car accident lawyer near me?
What types of car accidents do you handle in Stone Oak?
Car accidents are dangerous. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2024:
- 4,150 people died in traffic accidents. More than 1,000 traffic deaths involved intersections. More than 1,000 traffic deaths were due to drunk driving.
- 14,905 serious injury crashes, and more than 250,000 suffered some type of injury.
- 768 pedestrians died in traffic accidents.
Our Stone Oak car accident lawyer handles all types of car accidents, including:
- Head-on crashes. These accidents are often due to drunk driving, driver distraction, or driver confusion. Head-on accidents have a high risk of death and catastrophic injuries. They often happen at intersections.
- Broadside collisions. These accidents involve the front of one car striking the side of another car.
- Rear-end collisions. These preventable accidents often occur because the driver in the rear was speeding or driving while distracted.
- Hit-and-run accidents. We represent accident victims when a driver causes an accident and then drives away. If we can’t locate the driver who struck you or your vehicle, we may be able to use your uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) policy to obtain compensation.
We also handle single-vehicle accidents, multiple-vehicle accidents (3 or more vehicles), and all other types of car accidents.
What are the common causes of car accidents in Stone Oak?
Our Stone Oak car accident attorney works with our own investigators, the police, traffic reconstruction experts, car product experts, and others to show the cause of your car accident and why your accident was preventable. Some of the many reasons car accidents happen include:
- Distracted driving: We hold drivers accountable when they text, use their mobile phone, eat, drink, look at their GPS, or do anything that takes their hands off the wheel and eyes off the road.
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs: Impaired drivers are a danger to everyone who is near them.
- Speeding and other traffic violations: Drivers who violate the Stone Oak speed limits, drive through stop signs or red lights, or violate any Texas law are likely to cause an accident.
- Tired drivers: Drivers who are tired need to get off the road and rest instead of hoping they’ll get to their destination safely by drinking coffee or keeping the windows open.
- Defective car parts: Defective brakes, windshield wipers, electric systems, and other car parts can cause accidents. Defective seatbelts and airbags can cause more harm instead of preventing harm.
We have the experience and resources to handle car accidents due to the above causes and any other causes.
What types of injuries do car accident victims suffer?
Car accidents cause serious injuries. The faster the cars in the accident are traveling, the more serious the injuries are likely to be. Our Stone Oak personal injury lawyer handles all types of severe injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Paralysis and other types of spinal cord injuries
- Loss of limb/traumatic amputation
- Burn injuries
- Broken bones/fractures
- Back, shoulder, and neck pain
- Lung, kidney, spleen, and other organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries, such as whiplash
- Nerve, ligament, tendon, and muscle damage
- Scars and disfigurement
- Loss of vision or hearing
- Other catastrophic, permanent, chronic, or serious injuries
- Death
What should I do if I’m in a car accident?
The best two steps you can take are to contact the local police (or have someone contact the local police for you) and call our experienced car accident lawyer.
The police will help in the following ways:
- Clearing traffic so no further accidents happen.
- Arranging for an ambulance or emergency medical transport if you can’t get to a hospital, such as North Central Baptist Hospital in Stone Oak, on your own.
- Obtaining the following information from you and the driver who hit you: contact information, driver’s license numbers, vehicle registration information, and insurance information.
- Conducting an initial investigation of the accident site and the possible cause of the accident.
- Issuing citations for traffic violations or possibly arresting a drunk driver.
Our lawyer will help you by:
- Explaining what you should and shouldn’t do.
- Sending investigators to the accident site.
- Notifying your insurance company (if you haven’t done so) and the insurance companies for the defendants.
- Reviewing the status of your medical care.
- Filing and pursuing your claim.
To the extent you can, you should take photos of yourself (bleeding, bruises, and all your injuries), the vehicles, and the accident location. You should not discuss your case with the insurance companies for the defendants. We can do the talking for you.
Who is responsible for my car accident?
We have more than 30 years of experience holding those responsible for car accidents accountable for the injuries and deaths they cause. Some of the many causes of car accidents in and near Stone Oak include the following:
- Drivers
- Employers of drivers
- The owners of the car (if not the same as the drivers), such as when teenagers cause an accident while driving their parents’ car
- Manufacturers of defective car parts
- Sellers of alcohol to drivers who were visibly and obviously drunk or a minor who caused the accident due to their intoxication
- Governmental agencies and entities, such as the Texas Department of Transportation
If a defendant argues that you were partially responsible for your accident, we can work to show that you were not negligent or that your negligence was minimal.
What’s the value of my car accident claim in Texas?
We demand compensation for all the damages you have caused so far and all the damages you will cause in the future. These damages include:
- Your medical expenses of every type from every healthcare provider
- You're losing income, benefits, and earning capacity
- Your physical pain and emotional suffering, which may affect every part of your life
- The cost to fix or replace your car
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of bodily function
- The inability to enjoy your life
- Loss of consortium (enjoyment of your spouse)
If a parent, spouse, or child dies in a Stone Oak car accident, we can seek compensation for the funeral and burial costs, the loss of financial support, the loss of personal support (comfort, society, guidance, and love), and any medical bills to try to help your loved one survive.
We may seek punitive damages for malicious or wanton conduct up to the limits that Texas permits.
Time limit to file your claim
In Texas, you must file your claim within two years of the date of the accident, unless a shorter time limit applies. We strongly recommend that you contact us as soon as possible, so we can file your claim promptly. Our team can also investigate the car accident and review your medical care, so we can present the strongest case possible.
Why do car accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney
Former clients recommend us because we listen to our clients, work with seasoned liability and medical experts, understand how to negotiate insurance settlements, and have the ability to persuasively argue your care before a local judge and jury.
Our record of results in car accident cases includes:
- $5 million for a 16-year-old client in a car products liability case involving a defective fuel system.
- $4.5 million for our client who became quadriplegic due to defective car seat belts.
- $1.175 million for our client, who required back surgery due to a car accident.
While past results can’t predict future outcomes, we are respected for our experience, thorough preparation, and aggressive representation.
Do you have a Stone Oak car accident lawyer near me?
Yes. Our lawyer meets clients at our office located at 239 E Commerce St in San Antonio. We consult with clients by phone and online video, too. We can make arrangements to see you at your home or a healthcare facility if you can’t physically travel.
We’re here to prepare you for each step of your claim.
Speak with our Stone Oak car accident lawyer now
Your pain is likely unbearable. The medical bills are expensive. You may not be able to work now or ever. Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney has more than 30 years of experience holding negligent drivers and others accountable when they cause accidents. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee basis, which means our success depends on your success. Call us or complete our contact form today to schedule your free consultation.