Harlandale Car Accident Lawyer
Accomplished representation when distracted, drunk, and negligent drivers cause accidents in San Antonio
Car drivers throughout Harlandale, including those who use The Southeast Loop (410) and the local roads (such as Pleasanton Rd., S. Flores St., Genevieve Dr., and Apollo St.), are at risk of being struck by a careless driver. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have decades of experience showing why car accidents happen and who is responsible. We work to help victims seek compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income, and other damages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do clients choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
- How dangerous are car accidents?
- What kinds of car accidents does your lawyer handle in Harlandale?
- What causes car accidents in Harlandale?
- What types of car accident injuries do you handle?
- What should accident victims do after a car accident?
- Who is responsible for car accidents in Harlandale?
- How much is my car accident case worth?
- How much time do I have to file my car accident claim in Texas?
- Do you have a Harlandale car accident lawyer near me?
Why do clients choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
Clients recommend our car accident lawyers because of our dedication and strong record of results. Attorney Pat Maloney, Jr. is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. His legal advocacy honors include admission to the prestigious Super Lawyers and the National Trial Lawyers: Top 100.
Our record of car accident results includes the following:
- $5 million. We obtained this amount for a 16-year-old when a defective fuel system caused severe burns and traumatic amputation.
- $4.5 million. We obtained this amount for our client, who became quadriplegic due to a defective car seat.
- $1.175 million. We obtained this amount for our client when a car accident caused them to need back surgery.
It’s important to note that past results can’t predict future outcomes, but they do highlight our dedication to getting clients fair compensation.
How dangerous are car accidents?
The 2024 Texas Department of Transportation summary found that there were 4,150 traffic fatalities in Texas, and more than 251,977 injuries. Accidents in Texas happen at the rate of one every 57 seconds.
What kinds of car accidents does your lawyer handle in Harlandale?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have experience and working relationships with investigators, traffic reconstruction experts, car product safety experts, and others to handle all types of car accidents, including:
- Rear-end collisions. In most cases, the driver in the rear is responsible because they were driving while speeding or distracted.
- T-bone/broadside accidents. These accidents involve the front of one car striking the side of another car, often at intersections.
- Head-on crashes. These collisions usually occur because one car is traveling in the wrong direction or trying to pass when there isn’t enough room to complete the pass. Many head-on accidents cause fatal or catastrophic injuries.
- Hit-and-run accidents. We work with the police to try to find the hit-and-run driver. If the at-fault driver can’t be found, an uninsured/underinsured (UM/UIM) claim may be available.
- Rideshare (Uber and Lyft) accidents. Our Harlandale car accident lawyers understand when Uber and Lyft’s coverage applies to a car accident claim.
- All other types of car accidents. These accidents include passing, merging, and intersection accidents.
What causes car accidents in Harlandale?
Some of the many causes of car accidents in Harlandale include the following:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Driving while distracted (talking on a smartphone, texting, looking at a GPS, eating, drinking, and other acts that take a driver’s attention away from traffic)
- Speeding, driving too fast for traffic conditions, or driving too fast for weather conditions
- Failing to yield, driving through a stop sign, and other Texas traffic violations
- Driver fatigue
- Defective auto parts, such as brakes, tires, electrical systems, airbags, and seatbelts
What types of car accident injuries do you handle?
Our Harlandale car accident attorney works with your physicians and our own network of physicians to verify what injuries you have, the treatments you’ll need, the pain you’re experiencing, and all the ways your injuries are making your life difficult. We handle all types of catastrophic, permanent, chronic, and serious injuries, including the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries and other types of head trauma
- Paralysis, herniated disks, and other types of spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Fractures/broken bones
- Severe burns
- Back, neck, and shoulder pain
- Whiplash and other types of soft tissue injuries
- Nerve and muscle damage
- Lung, kidney, and other types of organ damage
- Hearing or vision loss
- Scars and/or disfigurement
- Mental anguish
- Death
What should accident victims do after a car accident?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we recommend that car accident victims take the following steps:
Call the police
By dialing 911, you can contact the local police department. The police should help:
- Protect the accident site from further accidents and ensure that emergency vehicles can get through
- Call for emergency medical transportation
- Get everyone’s information (contact, driver’s license, registration, and insurance)
- Conduct an initial investigation
- Prepare and file a police report
Get medical assistance
Accident victims should prioritize having a local emergency room or physician review their injuries. Often, the police will help with the arrangements for ambulances and other emergency medical transportation.
Give proper notices
You should notify your own insurance company about the accident when you are well enough to do so. We recommend that if anyone from an insurance company asks to speak with you, you refer these people to your attorney.
Contact our car accident attorney
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we can answer your questions and explain your rights. Our investigators often examine the accident site, speak with witnesses, and inquire with residents and businesses to determine if they have any video of the accident. Our lawyer can obtain police reports and talk with the police if necessary. We can also file your car accident claim and fight for all the compensation you deserve.
Who is responsible for car accidents in Harlandale?
Our Harlandale car accident lawyer may file claims against everyone responsible for your accident, including:
- The driver of the vehicle that struck you
- The driver’s employer
- The owner of the vehicle
- Manufacturers of defective car parts
- Sellers of alcohol to a person who is obviously intoxicated, and then causes your car accident because of their intoxication
- Governmental agencies and entities, such as the Texas Department of Transportation and Bexar County, in limited cases, subject to the Texas Tort Claims Act
Our personal injury lawyers work to contest any efforts by insurance companies to blame you for the accident.
How much is my car accident case worth?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we work with your healthcare providers, employers, car repair professionals, and others to maximize your recovery. We can seek payment for all your past, current, and future damage, including:
- Medical bills from every healthcare provider
- Your wages, benefits, business income, and permanent disability compensation
- Your daily physical pain and emotional suffering – for the remainder of your life
- The cost to repair or replace your car, and any other property damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- The loss of bodily function
- The inability to enjoy life’s pleasures
- The loss of consortium (marital comfort and enjoyment)
If a car accident is tragically fatal, our Harlandale car accident lawyer can file a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death damages include:
- The funeral and burial costs
- Medical expenses between the accident date and the date that your loved one died
- The loss of income, inheritance, and other financial support
- The loss of love, comfort, guidance, and companionship from your loved one
- The value of the household services, such as childcare, that your family member would have provided
- Emotional suffering and grief
We may also seek exemplary damages (including punitive damages) when there is clear and convincing evidence of fraud, malice or gross negligence.
How much time do I have to file my car accident claim in Texas?
Don’t wait. While car accident claims must be filed within two years of the accident date, shorter timelines may apply. The sooner you gain representation, the stronger your legal case should be.
Do you have a Harlandale car accident lawyer near me?
Yes. We speak with clients at our San Antonio office located at 239 E Commerce St. in San Antonio. We can also make arrangements to meet you away from the office if necessary, or discuss your car accident case by phone and through online video platforms.
We’ve helped many car accident victims like you obtain the compensation they deserve.
Contact our Harlandale car accident lawyer now
We understand how upsetting car accidents are. You’re hurting. Your bills are piling up. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we guide our clients through each step of their claim. Call us today or fill out our contact form today to schedule your free consultation. We represent car accident claims on a contingency fee basis.