Truck accidents involving 18-wheelers, commercial box trucks, or other large vehicles can cause serious injuries and financial losses. As you work to heal, it becomes beneficial to hire a lawyer to help you build the value of your claim. Several factors influence what you can expect to pay for legal representation.
The most important thing to remember, though, is that it does not cost you anything upfront to hire a Texas big rig truck accident attorney from The Doan Law Firm. You also never pay anything to your attorney if you do not win your case.
Texas Truck Accident Lawyers Work on a Contingency Fee Basis
Truck accident claims fall under personal injury. Most personal injury attorneys do not charge you any fees upfront for their service. Instead, they operate on a contingency fee basis. There are several elements of this fee.
You Only Pay When You Win
A contingency fee means that you hire an attorney who works to build your case. Your lawyer does not charge you any fee at the time of building your case. Instead, they only charge you a fee when you win a settlement and receive a recovery of damages. If you do not win your case, you do not pay anything to your attorney. This eliminates much of the risk you face in these accidents.
You Pay a Percentage of Your Settlement
When you win your case, the contingency fee applies. This is a percentage of your settlement and typically ranges from 33.5% to 40%, though some cases warrant more. You will know what this percentage is after you meet with your Texas truck accident attorney to discuss your case. You can expect to pay less if the case settles out of court and more if it proceeds to a class action or mass tort.
The benefit is that you do not pay any legal fees up front. If you are out of work and struggling under the weight of medical bills, you may not want to extend yourself further with lawyer fees. This reduces that risk significantly.
Additional Costs
There are many situations where you may have to pay additional fees if you win your case. Your attorney will also review these during your consultation. Some of the additional costs may include:
- Court filing fees
- Expert medical witness fees
- Expert truck accident or truck regulation experts
- Accident reconstruction specialist costs
- Administrative costs
Not every case requires these additional costs. Many times, your attorney will settle your claim quickly, reducing the overall need for added fees.
The key here is to let your attorney work to build the highest claim possible backed by evidence. If the insurance company will not provide a fair settlement, you have the right to pursue a lawsuit. In Texas, you have two years from the date of the truck accident to file a personal injury case in most situations. Most often, this is unnecessary, as your case will settle out of court.
Protect Your Future by Turning to a Texas Truck Accident Lawyer
The Doan Law Firm provides a wide range of resources to help you build a strong claim against those who caused you pain. Our Texas truck accident lawyer brings experience and passion to every case we handle. Contact us now for a free consultation.