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Frequently Asked Questions About Working With The Carter Law Firm

Q: How much does it cost to hire you?

Nothing up front, ever. We work on contingency, which means our fee is a percentage of what we recover for you. If we do not win your case, you owe us nothing.

Q: Will I actually work with Thomas Carter?

Yes. Thomas personally handles every case from the first call to the final resolution. You will never be passed to a case manager or an associate you have never met.

Q: My crash happened outside Texas. Can you still help?

In most cases, yes. Thomas is licensed in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, which covers the vast majority of borderland cases. Wherever your case belongs, he can handle it himself instead of referring you out.

Q: How long will my case take?

Straightforward claims often resolve in a few months, while cases involving serious injuries or disputed fault can take a year or longer. We will give you an honest timeline after we review your case, and we never drag a case out or rush a settlement that shortchanges you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car and Truck Accidents

Q: What should I do immediately after a car accident?

Get to safety, call 911, and get medical attention the same day, even if you feel fine. Photograph the scene, exchange information, and say nothing about fault. Then talk to a lawyer before you talk to any insurance adjuster.

Q: Do I need a lawyer for a minor accident?

If you walked away with no injuries and minimal damage, maybe not. But “minor” crashes have a way of becoming major once soft tissue injuries surface days later. A free consultation costs you nothing and can save you from signing away a claim you did not know you had.

Q: How long do I have to file an injury claim?

In Texas, generally two years from the date of the injury. In New Mexico, generally three years. Claims against government entities have much shorter notice deadlines in both states, sometimes a matter of months. The safest move is to talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.

Q: What if the driver who hit me has no insurance?

You may still have a case. Your own uninsured motorist coverage, other liable parties, or other insurance policies often provide recovery. We investigate every source of coverage before telling any client there is nothing to be done.

Frequently Asked Questions About Your Case and Compensation

Q: What types of compensation can I recover?

Medical bills, past and future. Lost wages and lost earning capacity. Vehicle and property damage. And compensation for pain, suffering, and the ways the injury has changed your life.

Q: What is my case worth?

It depends on the severity of your injuries, your medical costs, your lost income, and the available insurance coverage. Be skeptical of any lawyer who promises a number on the first phone call. We will give you an honest range after we investigate.

Q: What if the accident was partly my fault?

You can still recover. In Texas, you can recover as long as you are not more than 50 percent at fault, with your award reduced by your share. New Mexico is even more forgiving, reducing your recovery by your percentage of fault no matter how high it is. Do not let an adjuster talk you out of your claim.

Q: Will my case go to trial?

Most cases settle, and settlements are usually faster. But the best settlements go to clients whose lawyers are genuinely ready to try the case, and insurance companies know exactly who those lawyers are. We prepare every case as if it is going to a jury.

Still Have Questions?

Every case is different, and general answers only go so far. Schedule a free consultation or call or text (915) 400-9467 24/7 and get an answer about your specific situation from Thomas Carter himself.

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