You pay nothing upfront ever. We only get paid if we win your case.

Our fee is a percentage of the money we recover for you, and we handle costs like filing fees, expert witnesses, and medical records along the way. If we don’t win, you owe us nothing.

This means anyone can afford quality legal help, no matter their financial situation, giving you peace of mind while we fight for the compensation you deserve.

Unlike a damaged car, personal injury cases don’t have a fixed value. The amount you could recover depends on factors such as the severity of your injuries, medical bills, lost wages, and how the accident has affected your daily life. In many cases, the biggest limitation is the at-fault driver’s insurance coverage—Texas law requires only a $30,000.00 minimum for bodily injury, which can cap recovery.

However, some drivers carry larger policies, including commercial policies ranging from $1,000,000.00 or more. Additionally, if you have underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy, it may provide further compensation when the at-fault driver’s coverage is insufficient. Working with an experienced attorney is critical, as they can investigate all potential sources of coverage, document the full extent of your damages, and help maximize the compensation you deserve.

There’s no set timeline for a personal injury case—every case is unique. The process can be influenced by factors like your medical treatment, the complexity of your injuries, and the time needed to gather evidence such as police reports, medical records, and witness statements. While many cases settle without litigation, some may require a lawsuit, discovery, and trial preparation, which can take months or longer. At The Kaufman Law Firm, we work to streamline the process while protecting your best interests.

A personal injury case typically requires three key elements—think of them as the “legs of the stool.” If one is missing, the case can fall apart:

1. Liability: You cannot be primarily at fault. In Texas, being over 50% at fault may prevent recovery. Insurance companies may exaggerate your responsibility, making an attorney essential to protect your rights.

2. Proving Your Injuries: Compensation depends on documented medical treatment. Records from doctors, therapy, and follow-ups are necessary to show the full extent of your injuries. Without them, even a “winning” case may result in minimal recovery.

3. Insurance Coverage: Texas requires only $30,000 minimum coverage, which can limit recovery. Larger $1,000,000 or underinsured motorist coverage can increase potential compensation.

At The Kaufman Law Firm, we focus on all three legs—establishing fault, documenting injuries, and finding every available source of recovery—to maximize your compensation.

Not necessarily. The biggest limit in most personal injury cases is the at-fault driver’s insurance coverage—not your medical bills. Even if your treatment costs exceed policy limits, Texas law protects some of your recovery.

An experienced attorney can negotiate medical bills to maximize what stays in your pocket. Compensation in Texas can cover more than past medical expenses, including:

• Future medical costs

• Pain and suffering

• Mental anguish

• Physical impairment or disfigurement

• Lost wages and earning capacity

• Other damages unique to your case

Each category is considered separately, so your total recovery reflects the full impact of your injury—not just your bills. At The Kaufman Law Firm, we work to ensure your settlement or verdict accounts for every way your life has been affected.

While you can technically handle a claim on your own, doing so often puts you at a disadvantage. Insurance companies aim to minimize payouts and may undervalue your claim or question your injuries. An experienced attorney advocates for you, gathers evidence, documents damages, negotiates settlements, and can take your case to court if needed. They also reduce stress by handling the legal process while you focus on recovery.

Start gathering evidence immediately: call 911 for a police report, take photos and videos of the scene, record vehicle and property damage, collect contact and insurance info from all parties, and document your injuries and medical treatment. Gather witness statements and keep detailed records of lost wages and daily impacts. An experienced attorney can help preserve and organize this evidence to maximize your compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages.

No, a police report is not required to pursue a personal injury claim. While it can provide helpful documentation, liability is not determined solely by an officer’s opinion. Photos, medical records, witness statements, and other evidence can establish fault. An experienced attorney ensures all relevant evidence is collected and used to maximize your compensation.

Yes. Delays in seeking medical care don’t automatically bar your claim. Some injuries, like whiplash or internal bruising, may take time to appear. An experienced attorney can document your injuries, link them to the accident, and counter insurance tactics to ensure your full damages—including pain, suffering, and lost wages—are considered.

You may have a case, even minor accidents can cause serious injuries that may appear days or weeks later. Texas law holds the at-fault party fully responsible for all resulting injuries, including for those with preexisting conditions. An experienced attorney can document your injuries and ensure you receive full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Yes. Texas follows a “modified comparative fault” rule: you can recover damages if you are 50% or less at fault, though your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. An experienced attorney can challenge unfair fault assignments and maximize your compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Yes, even if you were unlicensed, you can still pursue compensation for injuries caused by another driver’s negligence. Insurance companies may try to use your licensing status to reduce your claim, but an experienced attorney can document your injuries, prove fault, and help maximize your recovery for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Immediately contact the police to file a report and review your auto insurance for uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. An experienced attorney can investigate the accident, locate the at-fault driver, gather evidence, and handle insurance claims to help you recover medical expenses, lost wages, and damages for pain and suffering.

No. Even without surgery, you can recover significant compensation. Texas law allows damages for pain and suffering, lost wages, mental anguish, and other impacts. An experienced attorney can document your injuries and advocate for full compensation, reflecting the true effect on your life.

No. Even temporary injuries can result in substantial compensation in Texas. Damages may include pain and suffering, mental anguish, lost wages, and loss of earning capacity. An experienced attorney can document your injuries and advocate for full recovery, regardless of whether they are permanent.

In most cases, no. Lawyers handle filings, negotiations, depositions, and mediations—often remotely via Zoom. Clients generally only need to appear in person if the case goes to trial, though most personal injury cases settle before reaching that stage.

Even if the other driver denies fault or misrepresents the accident, you can still pursue compensation. An experienced attorney can investigate, gather evidence, obtain witness statements, and challenge false claims to ensure you receive fair compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Insurance adjusters often try to minimize payouts by focusing on factors like property damage, delayed medical care, preexisting conditions, fault, and type of treatment. An experienced attorney can document your injuries, counter undervaluation tactics, and ensure all damages—including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering—are fully considered.

Yes. Being a passenger doesn’t prevent you from recovering damages, even if the driver is a friend. Texas law allows comparative fault, so you can recover from all responsible parties. An experienced attorney can gather evidence, review insurance coverage, and ensure your claim is properly valued.

Most personal injury cases use a contingency fee arrangement, meaning you pay nothing upfront. The attorney collects a percentage of your recovery only if you win. Case expenses are typically advanced by the firm and reimbursed from the settlement or verdict.