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An auto wreck lawyer helps injured North Texas drivers after a crash. This guide covers what to look for, how Feizy Law handles cases, common mistakes, compensation, and the free consultation.

Auto Wreck Lawyer: What North Texas Drivers Need After a Crash

The first hours after a wreck feel like someone turned the volume up on everything except your ability to think. Your neck hurts. Your car may not be driveable. An adjuster may already be calling. If you are searching for an auto wreck lawyer, you are trying to get your life back in order, not shop for slogans.

This article is for people hurt in Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, and the rest of DFW who need a clear next step. It is legal information, not advice on your specific facts.

TLDR

• Texas generally gives you two years from the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. See Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003.
• If you are found more than 50 percent at fault, Texas law can bar recovery. See § 33.001.
• Texas minimum auto liability is often described as 30/60/25. See the Texas Department of Insurance auto guide.
• Get medical care first. Save photos, the crash report, and every insurer message.
• Do not give a recorded statement or sign a release until you understand what you are giving up.
• Feizy Law Office has represented injured people since 2000. Call (214) 651-8686 for a free consultation.

What to Look for in a DFW Auto Wreck Lawyer

A wreck on the Dallas North Tollway, US 75, or a neighborhood street in Allen is not the same as a fender-bender in a parking lot. You want counsel who treats your crash as a local fact pattern, not a template.

Look for someone who:

• Handles car, truck, and motorcycle wrecks as a regular part of the practice, not as an add-on.
• Can explain Texas fault rules in plain language, including how insurers try to shift blame.
• Will take over insurer calls so you can focus on treatment.
• Has time for you. If the first conversation feels rushed or scripted, that is useful information.
• Is ready to file suit if the carrier will not pay a fair amount.

Ask where the lawyer actually practices. Frisco, Plano, McKinney, and Dallas County each have their own crash-report systems and court calendars. Local familiarity saves time when video is about to be overwritten or a commercial vehicle is involved.

Related reading: when to call a car accident lawyer.

Call Feizy Law Office at (214) 651-8686 for a free consultation if you want a direct assessment of your wreck.

Why Experience Matters After a Texas Crash

Experience is not a slogan. It is knowing which records to request first, which witnesses to lock down, and which “standard” insurer questions are designed to cut the file.

Nick Feizy has practiced since 2000. That span covers thousands of insurance files, changing medical billing practices, and the way carriers now push early recorded statements. A newer lawyer can still be capable. What you should not accept is guesswork about deadlines or coverage.

Experience also shows up when fault is messy. Texas uses proportionate responsibility. Under Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001, a claimant may not recover if that person’s percentage of responsibility is greater than 50 percent. Insurers know the rule. They argue you were speeding, changing lanes, or on your phone because a few percentage points can shrink the check, and a finding over 50 percent can end the claim.

An auto wreck lawyer who has tried these arguments before will not treat a police report as the last word. Officers write what they see and hear at the scene. Later video, vehicle data, and medical timing can change the picture.

If you were hurt in Plano, Frisco, or elsewhere in DFW, call (214) 651-8686.

How Feizy Law Handles Auto Wreck Cases

The first job is medical care and evidence. We ask what treatment you have already received, what you still need, and what proof is at risk of disappearing. Nearby businesses overwrite cameras. Vehicles get repaired. Witnesses move.

Typical early work includes:

• Gathering the crash report, photos, and any available video.
• Identifying every policy that may apply: the at-fault driver, your PIP or MedPay, and uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage.
• Taking over communications with adjusters.
• Documenting wage loss, out-of-pocket costs, and how the injury affects daily life.
• Valuing future care when the injury is not finished healing.

We do not quote a settlement number at the first meeting to win your confidence. The value of a claim changes as treatment continues and as the medical picture becomes clearer.

Feizy Law Office serves Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Dallas, and the rest of the metroplex. If you want us to start that process, call (214) 651-8686 for a free consultation.

More on first steps: 8 steps after a car wreck in Texas.

Common Mistakes Auto Wreck Victims Make

Most of the damage to a claim happens in the first two weeks, and it rarely looks dramatic at the time.

Waiting to see a doctor. Adrenaline hides injuries. A gap in treatment gives the insurer an opening to say you were not really hurt, or that something else caused the pain.

Giving a recorded statement too soon. You may not know the full extent of your injuries. A casual phrase like “I’m fine” can follow you for months.

Signing a medical authorization that is broader than it needs to be. Carriers sometimes ask for years of unrelated records to hunt for a preexisting condition.

Accepting the first offer. Early checks often cover the obvious ER bill and ignore physical therapy, time off work, and lasting pain.

Posting about the crash on social media. Photos from a birthday or a short walk can be taken out of context.

Missing the lawsuit deadline. Section 16.003 generally requires a personal injury suit not later than two years after the day the cause of action accrues. Policy notice rules can be shorter. Waiting also costs evidence even when the statute has not run.

If any of this already happened, say so in the consultation. Problems can often be contained if someone addresses them early. Call (214) 651-8686.

Related: top mistakes after crash injuries.

What Compensation You May Be Entitled To

An auto wreck claim is not limited to the first hospital invoice. Depending on the facts, compensation can include:

• Emergency care, follow-up visits, imaging, surgery, and rehabilitation
• Future medical needs if the injury is not fully resolved
• Wages you already lost and earning capacity if you cannot return to the same work
• Property damage to the vehicle and personal items
• Physical pain and mental anguish
• Physical impairment and how the injury changes daily life
• In a death case, losses the family may pursue under Texas wrongful death rules

Texas minimum liability is often described as 30/60/25: $30,000 per injured person, $60,000 per crash for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage, according to the Texas Department of Insurance. Those limits are frequently too low for a serious injury. That is why your own uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage can matter as much as the other driver’s policy.

No honest auto wreck lawyer will promise a number on day one. What they should do is list the categories that apply to you and explain what proof each one needs.

Call Feizy Law Office at (214) 651-8686 if you want that inventory done for your wreck.

The Free Consultation Process

A consultation is a working meeting. You do not need a binder. Bring what you have.

Helpful items:

• Photos from the scene and of visible injuries
• The crash report or the report number
• Insurance cards and any letters or texts from adjusters
• A list of providers you have seen
• Notes on missed work and daily limitations

You should leave knowing whether the facts support a claim, what evidence needs to be preserved, and whether the firm will take the case. Ask who will communicate with you, how fees work if there is a recovery, and what happens if the matter does not result in a recovery.

Feizy Law Office offers a free consultation. Call (214) 651-8686. If you were hurt in Frisco, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, or elsewhere in DFW, that call is the shortest path to a plan.

FAQ

Do I need an auto wreck lawyer if the other driver admitted fault?

Admission of fault helps. It does not set the value of the claim or stop the insurer from arguing about injuries, preexisting conditions, or how much treatment was “necessary.” Counsel still matters when medical bills and time away from work are more than a small property claim.

How long do I have to file after a Texas wreck?

Most personal injury lawsuits must be filed within two years. See Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003. Insurance notice deadlines inside a policy can be shorter. Do not wait until the last month.

What if I was partly at fault?

Texas comparative responsibility can still allow a recovery if you are 50 percent or less at fault, with the award reduced by your share. Over 50 percent, recovery can be barred. See § 33.001.

Will I have to go to court?

Many claims resolve through negotiation. Preparation for trial is what makes a serious offer more likely. No lawyer should promise a settlement or a trial date at the first meeting.

What does a free consultation cost if I do not hire the firm?

Nothing. You can ask questions, share what happened, and decide later. Call (214) 651-8686.

Talk With Feizy Law Office

You do not have to sort insurer calls, medical bills, and deadlines by yourself. An auto wreck lawyer’s job is to take that pressure off so you can treat and recover.

Call Feizy Law Office at (214) 651-8686 for a free consultation.