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Crashes in Fort Worth mirror the dangers seen across Texas every day. Statewide data shows that one reportable crash occurs every 57 seconds, and one person is injured every two minutes and five seconds. Local stories from our own streets tell the same truth, from fatal collisions on I-30 near Bridgewood Drive to single-vehicle crashes along South Hulen Street and multivehicle wrecks near SW Loop 820 and Bryant Irvin Road.
Thompson Law’s car wreck attorneys are here to shoulder the legal burden while you focus on healing. When insurance companies push quick settlements, we stand firm and pursue compensation that truly reflects your losses. Get your free case review today.
Ryan Thompson leads the Thompson Law practice alongside a dedicated team of experienced attorneys, paralegals, and support staff who share a singular focus on protecting injured clients. With decades of combined personal injury experience, the team approaches every case with care, urgency, and attention to detail.
Super Lawyers has recognized our firm for excellence in personal injury law. This distinction reflects our commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for injured clients throughout Texas.
We’ve been named recently the best personal injury attorneys and these honors come from client reviews, case outcomes, and peer recognition. Our track record speaks louder than any advertisement ever could.
Here’s our commitment: when you call, we pick up. When you have questions, we answer in plain English. When something important happens, you hear about it immediately.
Clients give us five-star reviews over and over again for one simple reason: we treat you like a person, not a case number. You’ll never wonder if your lawyer is working or feel left in the dark. Recovering from a crash is hard enough without your own attorney making it worse.
“My Medical Bills Were Sky High, And EVERYTHING Was Taken Care Of”
– Nancy
“Thompson Law was the BEST thing that could have happened.”
– Ronnie
Thompson Law operates from 1500 North Main St, Suite 140, Fort Worth, TX 76164, keeping us close to Tarrant County courthouses and the agencies controlling crash investigations.
We know this area. We know which intersections cause problems. We know how Fort Worth Police document crashes differently than county deputies. We know the games insurance companies play depending on where accidents happen.
That local experience creates real advantages: connections with the right accident reconstruction experts, relationships with medical providers who treat our clients fairly, and a reputation with judges and opposing counsel. When you hire Thompson Law, you’re getting people who understand how things actually work in Tarrant County courts. Call us anytime at (817) 330-6811.
Texas law allows recovery for:
Economic Damages (direct financial losses):
Non-Economic Damages (personal impact):
Punitive Damages (rare cases): Only in extreme situations: drunk driving, reckless behavior. Designed to punish wrongdoing and discourage similar conduct.
What you actually receive depends on your specific injuries, medical evidence, and available insurance.
Numbers tell the real story. Thompson Law has secured substantial verdicts and settlements for people catastrophically injured or killed in vehicle crashes across Texas:
Our victories in serious collision cases:
Every case is different. Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes. But our track record demonstrates our commitment to fighting for maximum compensation.
Many people think they can manage collision claims themselves, but the system favors insurers. Adjusters are trained to gather statements limiting liability, request broad medical record access, and make early settlement offers that rarely cover full claim value. Accepting too soon can leave you paying out of pocket for surgeries, therapy, or lost earning capacity later.
Texas also imposes strict deadlines. In most cases, you have two years to file lawsuits, but some claims (such as those against government agencies) require notice within months. Missing these deadlines can end your case before it begins.
Delays in treatment, missing video, and recorded statements can quietly reduce case value. We step in early to protect evidence and stop common insurance tactics before they do damage.
Every case is prepared as if it may go to court. That preparation strengthens negotiations and helps prevent rushed settlements that ignore future costs.
You get straightforward answers, clear next steps, and updates you can understand. And you never pay a fee unless we win.
Auto collisions come in every variety. Here’s what brings injured drivers to our office:
Don’t downplay injuries. See a doctor immediately. Medical documentation protects both your health and legal rights before insurance discussions begin.
Contact us now for no-cost case assessment with zero commitment. We hear your account, examine your documentation, and outline your alternatives. This consultation clarifies your legal rights and prospective case worth.
Our team starts investigations promptly upon your engagement. We gather incident documentation, speak with witnesses, and photograph locations before evidence vanishes. Healthcare records are requested and analyzed by our legal and medical personnel.
Fort Worth crash cases require specific documentation from Fort Worth Police, Tarrant County Sheriff, or Texas Highway Patrol. We know exactly what to request and how to move quickly.
We collect police and incident reports, interview witnesses and obtain contact information, photograph and document accident scenes, and request nearby traffic, business, or security camera footage before overwriting (many systems recycle footage every 7-14 days). We also review medical records and consult with accident reconstruction experts when needed.
Insurance representatives will attempt to reach you quickly to reduce their organization’s financial exposure. We manage all correspondence with insurance entities to safeguard your interests entirely.
Documented declarations and premature settlement proposals are tactics designed to diminish compensation. Our advocates understand precisely what to communicate and what to circumvent during discussions.
Never sign anything or agree to anything without consulting us first. What you say can be used against you later.
We keep you updated as your case moves forward. Legal preparation commences when insurance entities decline to present reasonable settlements willingly. Our trial advocates possess courtroom expertise and embrace litigation when necessary in Tarrant County courts.
Most matters resolve once insurers witness our earnest trial readiness. We inform you consistently but avoid overwhelming you with unnecessary legal details.
The insurance company handling your claim operates on one principle: pay as little as possible. Their adjusters use proven strategies to minimize what you recover, and recognizing these tactics protects your financial future.
Within days of your crash, an adjuster may contact you with what sounds like a reasonable offer. But that neck pain you barely noticed initially might require surgery six weeks later. Once you sign a release accepting payment, you receive nothing more, regardless of how serious your injuries become.
“How are you feeling today?” sounds like genuine concern. But when you answer “I’m doing okay,” that statement becomes evidence that your injuries aren’t severe. Every word you say gets evaluated for anything that undermines your claim.
Every month they drag out negotiations, your medical bills mount and your savings drain. They understand that financial pressure leads to accepting inadequate offers. The longer they wait, the more desperate you become.
Nearly everyone over 35 shows some age-related wear on MRI scans. Insurance companies use these normal findings to claim your pain stems from aging rather than the collision, even when you were completely pain-free before the crash.
Insurance medical examiners get paid to minimize injuries, dispute treatment recommendations, and claim you should have recovered faster. These evaluations aren’t independent medical opinions. They’re paid advocacy designed to reduce what the insurer pays.
We neutralize every one of these tactics. All communication flows through our office from day one. We build medical documentation insurance companies cannot dismiss. They know if they refuse fair compensation, we will take them to trial.
Certain areas see higher accident rates due to traffic volume and roadway design. Some of the most dangerous locations include:
When crashes occur at these intersections, evidence such as traffic light sequencing, signage, and road maintenance can play a critical role in proving liability.
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Fort Worth, these local resources can play an important role in your recovery and in protecting your legal rights:
You will need a copy of your crash report to pursue an insurance claim or lawsuit. Reports can be requested online or through the Records Division of the Fort Worth Police Department. Your lawyer will often use this report to confirm fault and damages.
Most personal injury lawsuits in Fort Worth are filed in Tarrant County courts. Filing correctly and on time is critical because Texas has strict deadlines. If your case cannot be settled with an insurer, it will likely move forward here.
Prompt medical treatment is one of the most important steps after an accident. Trauma centers in Fort Worth include:
Getting treatment quickly not only protects your health but also creates documentation that supports your injury claim.
If your car was towed after the crash, it may have been taken to the Fort Worth auto impound lot. Retrieving your vehicle quickly is important because daily storage fees add up fast, and photographs of the damage can be useful evidence.
The Fort Worth Police Department Victim Assistance Unit and organizations like SafeHaven of Tarrant County provide counseling and advocacy for accident victims. Accessing these services can help with the emotional impact of a serious crash.
Texas personal injury law requires proving four specific elements to recover compensation after a crash. The burden rests entirely on you, the injured party, to demonstrate each component by a preponderance of the evidence (more likely than not).
Every driver operating a vehicle in Texas owes other road users a legal obligation to drive safely and follow all traffic laws. This duty exists the moment someone gets behind the wheel.
The at-fault driver violated that obligation through negligent behavior. Common examples include speeding, texting while driving, running red lights, failing to yield, or driving under the influence.
The breach directly caused both the collision and your specific injuries. This element often becomes the battlefield in settlement negotiations. Insurance companies routinely argue that injuries stem from pre-existing conditions, prior accidents, or unrelated health issues rather than the crash in question.
You suffered actual, quantifiable harm as a direct result. This includes medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other documented losses.
Understanding these elements helps, but proving them requires solid evidence: police reports, medical records, witness statements, accident reconstruction analysis, and expert testimony. We gather everything necessary to build cases insurance companies cannot easily dismiss.
Strong cases are built on documentation, not just your version of events. The right evidence makes the difference between insurance companies taking you seriously and trying to lowball your claim.
We collect:
Time matters with evidence collection. Surveillance footage gets overwritten, typically within 7 to 14 days. Witnesses relocate or forget details. Physical evidence disappears as vehicles get repaired. We move immediately to preserve everything that supports your claim before it vanishes.
Texas law allows for parties to sometimes share blame in the event of a collision, a concept known as comparative negligence. Specifically, Sec. 33.001 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies code allows for “modified comparative negligence.”
Being placed partly at fault for an accident has the following impacts on your claim:
If you are 25% to blame for a collision and your damages are $10,000, you can still make a claim. However, you will only recover $7,500 in damages (reduced by the 25% you’re at fault).
Trying to place blame on another party is a common insurance tactic, which is why having advocates acting for you is important.
Texas provides two years from the crash date to file lawsuits. Miss that deadline and you lose your right to sue completely. Some situations involve different rules (government entity claims particularly), but two years is standard.
Law reference: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003
Texas applies “modified comparative negligence” with a 51% bar. If you’re 50% or less at fault, you can recover money, but your amount gets reduced by your fault percentage. If you’re 51% or more at fault, you receive nothing.
Law reference: Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001
Texas requires drivers to maintain:
These minimums rarely cover serious crash costs. We pursue every available policy: umbrella coverage, underinsured motorist protection, anything accessible.
Getting hit by an uninsured driver creates immediate financial stress. Texas law requires minimum coverage, but thousands of drivers ignore this requirement. When the responsible party carries no insurance, you still have options.
Check your policy for these provisions:
Steps in when the at-fault driver has no insurance whatsoever. This coverage essentially replaces the insurance the other driver should have carried.
Applies when the at-fault driver’s insurance exists but falls short of covering your full damages. If they carry only Texas minimums ($30,000/$60,000) but your medical bills alone exceed $100,000, UIM coverage bridges that gap.
Pays medical expenses and up to 80% of lost income regardless of who caused the crash.
Covers medical bills without requiring proof of fault.
Handles vehicle damage regardless of fault.
Crashed anywhere in the greater metro area? We’re available 24/7 for free case reviews.
Unsure what to do after getting hit? Our car accident guide walks through everything step-by-step. You may also check out the following articles:
You do not need to face the aftermath of a collision alone. Thompson Law’s attorneys are available 24/7 to answer your questions, explain your options, and fight for your recovery. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
Call our office in Fort Worth at (817) 330-6811 for a free consultation. Let our team handle the legal battle while you focus on healing.
Office Location: 1500 N Main St #140, Fort Worth, TX 76164
Yes. The at-fault driver’s insurance is responsible for reasonable rental car costs while your vehicle is in the shop. If the insurer delays approval, your own policy may include rental reimbursement so you are not stuck without transportation. We help arrange this early so you can keep working and caring for your family.
Diminished value means the drop in your car’s market price after a crash even when repairs are completed. Buyers often pay less for a vehicle with an accident history. Texas law allows you to seek this loss from the at-fault driver’s insurer, and we use vehicle valuation experts to calculate the real difference.
It can. Insurance companies monitor online accounts and use photos or comments to argue your injuries are minor. A simple picture of you attending a family event can be twisted to suggest you feel fine. We recommend pausing public posts about your health and letting our office handle communications.
Your claim still moves forward in Texas. The location of the crash and the injured person controls where the case is handled, not the other driver’s home address. We deal directly with out-of-state insurers and make sure Texas laws protect you.
Hospitals and doctors sometimes file liens to ensure their bills get paid from the settlement. These liens do not reduce your right to full compensation. Our attorneys negotiate with providers to lower balances so more money stays in your pocket.
Yes. Claims for minors require court approval and careful planning to protect future medical needs. Children may develop problems months later as they grow, so we work with pediatric specialists to evaluate long-term care before any settlement is finalized.
You can. Compensation is not limited to a paycheck. Parents who miss time caring for injured children or students who lose educational opportunities can include those losses in the claim when properly documented.
Claims involving government vehicles follow special notice rules and shorter deadlines. Evidence must be gathered quickly, and the process differs from a normal insurance claim. Our team handles the required notices so your rights remain protected.
Keeping a simple daily record helps show how injuries affect real life. Notes about sleep problems, missed activities, and medication side effects support the medical records and give insurers a clearer picture of your struggles.
Many do. Mediation allows both sides to meet with a neutral professional and discuss a fair resolution without the stress of trial. We prepare every case thoroughly so mediation becomes an opportunity for meaningful compensation rather than pressure to accept less.
Thompson Law charges NO FEE unless we obtain a settlement for your case. We’ve put over $2.1 billion in cash settlements in our clients’ pockets. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your accident, get your questions answered, and understand your legal options.
State law limits the time you have to file a claim after an injury accident, so call today.
