Personal Injury

Personal Injury Representation in Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley

If you’ve been hurt in a car accident, on someone else’s property, or because of another person’s negligence in Cameron County, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and the impact the injury has had on your life. The Michael Gonzalez Law Firm helps injured Texans pursue the recovery they deserve.

Cases We Handle

• Car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
• Premises liability (slip and fall, unsafe conditions on commercial or residential property)
• Wrongful death
• Construction and workplace injuries
• Catastrophic injuries — brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns
• Drunk driving accidents

What to Do After an Injury in Texas

Texas law generally gives you two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. The earlier you involve an attorney, the better. Evidence disappears, witnesses become harder to find, and insurance adjusters move quickly to lock in low settlements before you understand the full extent of your injuries. Before you give a recorded statement to any insurance company, talk to a lawyer.

How We Work

We handle personal injury matters on a contingency-fee basis. That means there is no fee for our legal services unless and until we recover compensation for you. We advance the costs of investigation, medical records review, and expert witnesses while your case is pending. You should be focused on healing — not on whether you can afford a lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is my injury case worth?
It depends on the nature and severity of your injuries, your medical bills (past and future), how the injury affects your ability to work, and the strength of the liability evidence. We can give you a realistic assessment after a free initial consultation — not a number designed to get you in the door.

What if the insurance company already offered a settlement?
Insurance companies are in the business of paying as little as possible. The first offer is rarely the best one. Once you accept and sign a release, you cannot go back for more — even if your injuries turn out to be worse than initially diagnosed. Have an attorney review any offer before you accept.

How long does a personal injury case take?
Straightforward cases with clear liability and modest injuries can resolve in a few months. Cases involving serious injuries, multiple parties, or contested liability often take a year or more. The goal is the right result, not the fast result.

Free Consultation — Hablamos Español

Call (956) 572-6792 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll discuss your situation honestly and tell you whether we think you have a case worth pursuing.

Recent Personal Injury Articles