Head-On Collision Lawyer in McAllen, TX
When two vehicles meet front to front, the speed of both cars adds together, and there is almost no time to react. Head-on collisions often cause serious injuries, long hospital stays, and recoveries that stretch for months, while the bills and the insurance calls start long before you feel ready.
At Redemption Law, we help McAllen residents injured in head-on crashes pursue car accident claims with a team approach. You work with our founder and Managing Attorney, Christopher D. Alas, along with a case manager, a legal assistant, and a property damage specialist who track medical records, insurer communication, and your vehicle claim.
Why Head-On Collisions Often Cause Severe Injuries
Both vehicles are moving toward each other, so the force of impact comes from two fast-moving masses. Even with seat belts and airbags, drivers and passengers may suffer traumatic brain injuries, chest and rib injuries, broken legs and hips, and spinal damage.
Because these injuries can be life-changing, claims may involve surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Our pages on traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury cases explain how those claims are evaluated.
What Causes Head-On Crashes in McAllen
Head-on crashes usually start when a vehicle ends up on the wrong side of the road. Causes can include distracted driving, drowsy driving, impaired driving, unsafe passing, wrong-way driving, and sudden loss of control on wet pavement.
Texas law requires drivers to stay on the right half of the roadway, with limited exceptions such as passing or avoiding an obstruction. Section 545.051 of the Transportation Code sets this rule, and proof that the other driver crossed the center line can be an important part of showing fault. Our post on head-on car collisions covers more of these scenarios.
How We Build a Head-On Collision Claim
Head-on crashes can leave conflicting stories, especially when a driver is seriously hurt or cannot speak for themselves. We start by collecting the evidence most likely to explain what happened.
Evidence We Look For
Depending on the crash, that evidence can include the following:
- Crash report and scene photos: lane markings, debris, and final vehicle positions.
- Vehicle data: information stored in each vehicle’s event data recorder, sometimes called a black box.
- Video: dashcam, traffic camera, and nearby business footage.
- Witness statements: accounts from other drivers and people near the scene.
- Medical records: documentation connecting your injuries to the impact.
Some of this evidence can be lost or overwritten, so we send preservation requests early. Our post on what evidence may help your car accident case explains more.
Fault, Insurance, and Coverage Problems
When the other driver caused a head-on crash, their insurer may still look for ways to reduce what it pays. Adjusters may question whether your injuries came from the crash, argue you contributed to it, or push for a quick settlement before the full cost of treatment is known. Texas applies a proportionate responsibility rule, so you may not recover damages if you are found more than 50 percent responsible.
Head-on crashes also raise coverage issues. A serious crash can exceed the at-fault driver’s policy limits, and some drivers carry no insurance at all. In those cases, your own uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage may become important, and our team reviews the policies involved early.
What Compensation May Be Available After a Head-On Crash
Depending on your case, you may be able to seek payment for medical bills, rehabilitation, future care, lost income, reduced earning capacity, vehicle damage, and pain and suffering. Serious injuries can carry costs for years, so we work with your doctors to document what your recovery may require.
No attorney can promise a specific result, and every claim depends on its own facts. Our post on how much a car accident claim may be worth explains what affects value.
Statute of Limitations for Head-On Collision Claims in McAllen
Texas gives you two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. If a head-on collision causes a death, surviving family members have two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death claim. The deadline generally runs from the accident date, even if you are still in treatment.
Missing this deadline is irreversible, and a court may refuse to hear your case regardless of its strength. Section 16.003 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code sets the rule, and the exceptions are narrow. Evidence also becomes harder to recover over time, so reach out to our McAllen team early.
Head-On Collision Questions From McAllen Drivers
Do I have a valid head-on collision case in McAllen?
You may, if another driver’s negligence caused the crash and you were injured. The evidence and your medical records both matter, and a free consultation lets our team review them with you.
What is the deadline to file a head-on collision lawsuit in Texas?
Two years from the crash date for personal injury claims, and two years from the date of death for wrongful death claims.
How much does it cost to hire a head-on collision lawyer in McAllen?
We work on a contingency fee basis, so you do not pay attorney fees upfront, and our fee comes from a recovery in your case. Our post on what a contingency fee means explains the basics.
Can family members file a claim if someone died in a head-on crash?
Texas allows certain surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim when negligence causes a death. Our fatal car accident page explains more.
What if the other driver was intoxicated?
Intoxication can be an important fact in your claim, and law enforcement records may help show it. Our drunk driving accident page covers these cases.
What should I do right after a head-on collision?
Call 911, get medical care even if you feel fine, and photograph the scene if it is safe. Avoid recorded statements to the other driver’s insurer until you have spoken with an attorney.
Contact Redemption Law After a Head-On Collision in McAllen
A head-on crash can disrupt your health, your work, and your family quickly. Redemption Law, led by founder and Managing Attorney Christopher D. Alas, gives each client an attorney, a case manager, a legal assistant, and a property damage specialist to keep your claim organized from the first call.
If you were injured in a head-on collision in McAllen, contact our team to schedule a free consultation. We can review what happened and explain your options. You can also read more about our firm before you reach out.
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Christopher D. Alas is the founder and managing attorney of Redemption Law, a personal injury firm licensed in Texas and Florida. He oversees the firm’s litigation strategy and draws on a background in tax law to help clients understand the financial and legal implications of their injury claims. Read full bio
