Personal Injury Lawyer in Hidalgo County

Being injured as a result of someone else’s careless and negligent action can feel unfair and leave you with unexpected expenses and trauma. If you have suffered a persona injury, the Law Office of Rene A. Flores PLLC can give you legal representation that is focused on your specific needs. Our Hidalgo County personal injury attorney takes the time to get to know every client because it is important to know who you are, why you need his help, and how he can provide the most effective legal counsel possible.

If you are suffering from a personal injury, call us at (956) 606-3606.

Personal Injury Cases We Take

We can help you if you or your loved one has suffered from a:

The Personal Injury Statute of Limitations in Texas

The statute of limitations is a law that sets the maximum amount of time after an event within which legal proceedings can be initiated. In the context of personal injury cases, it specifies the time frame within which a person must file a lawsuit after being injured. 

Once the statute of limitations has expired, the injured person loses the right to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for their injuries. The purpose of the statute of limitations is to ensure that legal actions are brought within a reasonable amount of time, preserving the integrity of evidence and preventing unfair surprise to defendants.

In Texas, the statute of limitations for personal injury cases is generally two years from the date of the injury. This means that you have two years from the date of the accident or injury to file a lawsuit in the state's civil court system. 

It's important to note that there are some exceptions to this rule, and the specific circumstances of your case could affect the deadline. It's always a good idea to consult with a personal injury attorney to understand your rights and ensure that you meet any applicable deadlines.

How Can a Personal Injury Attorney Help Me?

By hiring Attorney Rene A. Flores to represent your personal injury claim, he can help you recover compensation that is just and fair. These expenses can be used to cover a vast array of expenses that you would need help paying after you accident. These can include medical bills, costs for rehabilitation, loss of earning potential, lost wages, pain and suffering, expenses related to a disability, and much more. No matter what costs you need to help to cover, we want to see that some justice is gained for you.

Types of Compensation

These can include:

No matter what costs you need to help to cover, we want to see that some justice is gained for you.

What is Negligence?

Negligence in a personal injury case refers to a failure to exercise the level of care that a reasonably prudent person would in similar circumstances, resulting in harm to another person. To prove negligence, four key elements must be established:

• Duty of Care: The defendant must have owed a legal duty of care to the plaintiff. This duty varies depending on the relationship between the parties and the circumstances of the case. For example, drivers have a duty to operate their vehicles safely and obey traffic laws.
• Breach of Duty: The defendant must have breached this duty by failing to act as a reasonably prudent person would. This breach can occur through actions (e.g., reckless driving) or omissions (e.g., failing to repair a hazardous condition on one's property).
• Causation: The plaintiff must show that the defendant's breach of duty directly caused the injury. This involves demonstrating both actual cause (the injury would not have occurred but for the defendant's actions) and proximate cause (the injury was a foreseeable result of the defendant's actions).
• Damages: The plaintiff must have suffered actual harm or injury as a result of the breach. This can include physical injuries, emotional distress, financial losses, and other forms of harm.

In a personal injury case, the plaintiff bears the burden of proving these elements by a preponderance of the evidence, meaning it is more likely than not that the defendant's negligence caused the plaintiff's injury. 

If the plaintiff successfully proves negligence, they may be entitled to compensation for their losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. If you have questions about your personal injury case, contact our firm today to schedule an initial consultation.

For a Caring Lawyer to Fight for You, Contact Our Office!

We can help you pursue the compensation that you are owed. Our attorney has provided effective legal representation for many clients and can help you. He grew up in an attorney’s office and knows what it takes to provide dedicated legal advocacy.

Contact us at (956) 606-3606for an attorney can represent your best interests.