Amarillo Car Accident Attorney

Car accidents can be terrifying. In an instant, you can be involved in a collision that causes injury, property damage or death. With millions of drivers on the road across the country, there is a high likelihood that you or someone you know can be involved in a car accident at some point. Understanding what to do if you are involved in an accident is the best way to protect yourself, your family and your assets.

If you or a loved one have been involved in a wreck, the experienced Amarillo car accident attorney at the Doan Law Firm can help. We’ve assisted countless injury victims across the state of Texas and fought to secure fair compensation for the injuries and damages sustained in preventable car crashes. Call or contact us online to schedule a free case consultation.

Why Choose the Doan Law Firm’s Amarillo Car Accident Lawyer?

When you are involved in an accident, there may be many conflicting emotions. You may feel fear, relief and anger all at the same time. If you are injured, you may be considering the depth of your injuries and how you will recover. Having an experienced attorney in your corner can make a significant difference as you rest and recover from your accident. When you choose the Doan Law Firm to represent you after a crash, you benefit from:

• Decades of experience: Attorney Jimmy Doan has spent more than two decades fighting for the rights of accident victims in Amarillo. You can trust that our team will work diligently to secure the best possible outcome in your case.
• Efficient communication: We keep you informed with your case’s progress, so you aren’t left in the dark wondering how your claim is progressing. When you call our firm, you’ll speak with a real human that addresses your concerns with empathy, not an answering service.
• No upfront fees: At the Doan Law Firm, we take on auto accident cases on a contingency fee basis. What that means is that you pay nothing upfront to hire our attorney. If we secure a positive case result on your behalf, your attorney receives a pre-determined percentage of your financial award.

Meet Amarillo Car Accident Attorney Jimmy Doan

For more than two decades, Jimmy Doan has represented car accident victims in Amarillo and across the greater state of Texas. Over the years, he has built a reputation for winning big for his clients. When you choose Jimmy as your attorney, you can trust that he will fight tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome in your case.

In addition to his legal experience, Jimmy brings years of experience as a Sheriff’s Deputy to his current role. His experience with multiple facets of the Texas justice system make him a formidable force for his clients.

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Starting an Auto Accident Case

If you have been involved in a car accident in Amarillo, you may be considering an Amarillo personal injury law suit. Often people who are involved in accidents are unable to collect from the other party’s insurance company. A personal injury lawsuit can help you to get the funds you need to take care of your financial obligations and return your life to normal following an accident.

Why Should You Hire an Amarillo Car Accident Lawyer?

Handling the aftermath of a car crash can be frightening and stressful. As you try to recover from your injuries, the last thing you want to do is fight with the insurance company over compensation and liability for the wreck. When you choose to work with the Doan Law Firm, our lawyers will handle all communications with the insurance company. We will thoroughly investigate the cause of your accident, work to determine who may have been liable for the wreck, and fight to secure fair compensation for your injuries. We have decades of experience fighting against the largest insurance companies serving Texas, so we understand exactly how to approach your case.

We are committed to securing the best results for every one of our clients. Your attorney is not paid until they secure a positive settlement or trial verdict on your behalf, which ensures that their interests are fully aligned with your own.

Determining Liability for an Amarillo Car Accident

The first step in any personal injury case is to determine who is at fault. In many cases, the police will arrive at the scene shortly after the accident and write up an official report. They may take note of the skid marks on the street, the conditions of the weather and the state of the drivers. If one driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they will note that in the report. They will often offer their own theories on which driver was at fault in the accident.

There are some accidents in which one driver is always assumed to be at fault. If someone hits you from behind, they are more than likely at fault, even if you stopped suddenly. if you are driving straight on and a driver hits you while attempting to make a left turn, they are usually considered at fault as the driver going straight has the right of way. For these accidents, attorneys rarely challenge the other driver and settlements are reached quickly.

When the answers are not as clear-cut, your attorney will have to establish that the other driver was at fault. Your lawyer may argue comparative negligence—that the other party is at fault even if you were also breaking a traffic law. If you were driving 10 miles over the speed limit when the other driver hit you from behind, your lawyer will argue that the other driver is still at fault, regardless of your part in the accident. This is only one of the defenses that your lawyer may use.

If you are involved in an auto accident in Amarillo, it pays to have the right attorney on your side to fight your case.

Potential Damages Available After an Amarillo Car Crash

In most cases, you may be able to claim economic and non-economic damages after a collision in Texas.

Economic damages compensate you for financial harm sustained as a direct result of a collision. This category of damages can cover medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, and property damage.

Non-economic damages are meant to compensate you for intangible losses suffered as a result of an accident. This category of damages may cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, disfigurement, or loss of consortium.

Depending on the circumstances of your specific case, you may be eligible for punitive damages. While punitive damages do offer you additional financial recovery after a collision, their main purpose is to punish a defendant that exhibited malicious or grossly negligent conduct resulting in injury.

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What Should You Do After an Amarillo Car Accident?

The first thing to do if you are involved in a car accident is to keep yourself and the occupants of your vehicle safe. If it is safe to move your vehicle, push or drive it to the side of the road where it will not block roadways and cause another accident. If there is anyone in need of medical treatment, call emergency services right away to ensure they get the help they need. Never try to move an injured person. Wait for first responders to arrive and render aid.

It is advisable to get the police involved so that they can take a formal report when there has been an accident. Get the names and contact information of any witnesses at the scene. You must do this quickly as witnesses may leave the scene before police arrive. Take photos and video of the scene from all angles, preferably before you move the cars.

Do not discuss the accident with the other party involved. Do not engage in discussions about who was at fault, whether a dog ran in front of your car or whether the other driver was texting. Above all, never admit fault or apologize for the accident. These statements can be used against you in the case of a personal injury suit. Avoid admitting fault when giving statements to the police as well. Simply state the facts.

Be cautious of any settlement offers that the other party’s attorney may offer. Always speak to your own personal injury attorney before signing any statements or documents about the accident. If the other party’s insurance company sends you a check, do not cash it until you have spoken to your attorney. In some cases, the attorneys will offer you less than your injuries are worth, leaving you to deal with hefty medical and repair bills later.

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Areas We Serve in Amarillo, TX

We are proud to provide exceptional legal representation to residents of Amarillo and the surrounding communities in Texas, including:

Avondale | Belmar | Bivins | Chaparral Hills | City Park | City View | Downtown Amarillo | Dumas Junction | Eastridge | Estacado | Gables | Glendale | Glenwood | Grey Hawk | Hamlet | Heritage Hills | Hillside Terrace | Indian Hills | Lawrence Park | Lonesome Dove | Losel (Olsen) | Martin Road | Mesa Verde | North Amarillo | North Heights | Oakdale | Owners | Paramount-Mays | Park Terrace | Pheasant Run | Pleasant Valley East | Pleasant Valley West | Plemons Eakle Historic District | Quail Creek | Ridgecrest | River Road East | Rolling Hills | Rustwood? | Saturn Terrace | San Jacinto | Sleepy Hollow | South Georgia-Shores | South Lawn | Sunrise | Tascosa-La Paloma | The Colonies | The Greenways | Tierra Grande | Tradewind Square | Tradewinds | Vineyards-Hastings | Wal-nut Hills | West Hills | Westcliff | Westlawn | Westover | Westover Village | Wild Horse Lake | Wolflin | Windsor

Call the Doan Law Firm Today for Assistance

We understand how stressful it can be to navigate the aftermath of a serious car crash. Let our legal team take some of the burden off your shoulders, so you can fully focus on recovering from your injuries. Call or contact the Doan Law Firm online to schedule your free initial case consultation with an experienced attorney.

The Doan Law Firm:

112 SW 8th Avenue, Suite 301

Amarillo, Texas 75219

(806) 590-0000