A San Antonio Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer is a personal injury trial attorney who represents victims injured by intoxicated drivers and focuses on securing maximum financial compensation through civil litigation. We navigate the complex intersection of personal injury law and evidence from a driver’s criminal DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) or DUI (Driving Under the Influence) case to build the strongest possible claim for damages.
San Antonio Drunk Driving Accident Litigation: Trial Lawyer Takeaways
- As your San Antonio drunk driving accident lawyer, we fight for victims injured on dangerous corridors like Loop 1604 across Bexar County.
- The firm uses the driver’s DWI conviction as negligence per se to prove liability and demand punitive damages for gross negligence.
- Trevino Injury Law secured a $536,007 jury verdict after the insurance company offered only $5,000 for a serious crash injury.
- Our legal team exposes Dram Shop liability to hold bars accountable and refuses quick offers from insurers to maximize your financial recovery.
Do You Qualify For Full Compensation?
“The insurance company offered less than $20,000. I ended up with over a million.” – Jackie Galindo
The danger on our roads is immediate and measurable. According to 2024 Texas Department of Transportation data, 1,053 people were killed in alcohol-related crashes statewide; significantly, 352 of these victims were innocent passengers, pedestrians, or cyclists, not the drunk drivers themselves. This crisis hits home in Bexar County, which recorded 1,654 DUI alcohol crashes in 2024, resulting in 64 tragic deaths.
While you face recovery, the insurance company is already building a defense to minimize your payout. Trevino Injury Law stands as the barrier between you and these powerful entities. With over 20 years of experience and 80+ jury trials, we fight for clients injured on dangerous corridors like Loop 1604 and I-10. We don’t just settle; we force negligent drivers to pay for the devastation they cause.
Don’t wait. Call 210-TREVINO for a free consultation. Se Habla Español.
What Should I Do Immediately After a Drunk Driving Accident in San Antonio?
Immediately after a drunk driving accident in San Antonio, your first priorities are to ensure your safety by moving away from traffic if possible, call 911 to report the crash and request medical assistance, and avoid any direct confrontation with the impaired driver. In the chaotic aftermath of a wreck, the steps you take are critical for both your health and your future legal claim, especially if you choose to consult a car accident attorney. After calling 911, either the San Antonio Police Department or the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office will respond to the scene. Their official police report, which documents the facts of the collision, will become a cornerstone of your case.
While waiting for first responders, if you are physically able, use your phone to take pictures and videos of the aftermath of the drunk driving incident. Document everything: the positions of the vehicles, property damage, visible injuries, and the surrounding area, including traffic signs and road conditions, to support your case as an accident victim. Be aware that these crashes are tragically common at dangerous intersections like the I-10 and Loop 410 interchange, so documenting the exact location is crucial for your claim.
After documenting the scene, your health is the top priority. It is vital that you seek an immediate medical evaluation at a facility like University Hospital’s trauma center, especially after a car crash. This isn’t just a precaution; it’s a statistical necessity. According to 2024 TxDOT data, roughly one-third of all DUI-alcohol crashes in San Antonio result in an injury. Critically, many of these are severe; the same data shows 53 crashes in the city caused suspected serious injuries.
Even if you feel fine, serious conditions like internal bleeding or traumatic brain injuries often have delayed symptoms. Getting checked immediately protects both your health and your legal rights.
How to Get the Police Report for Your Drunk Driving Accident in San Antonio
Securing the Texas Officer’s Crash Report (CR-3) is the first critical step in building a litigation strategy against a drunk driver. At Trevino Injury Law, our trial-first mindset dictates that we analyze the police report immediately to identify potential dash-cam or body-cam footage before it is erased.
Whether your collision occurred on the “Mixing Bowl” interchange or along the I-35 downtown corridor, this document serves as the foundation for proving liability and holding negligent parties accountable. We leverage this data to bypass the delay tactics of insurance adjusters at companies like Fred Loya or State Farm, ensuring we are checking “trial boxes” from day one.
Where to Obtain Your Car Accident Report
After a crash in the San Antonio area, you can obtain the official police report in two main ways. The specific agency that responded to the accident will be listed on any paperwork the officer provided at the scene.
- Online: Purchase a copy directly from the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Crash Report Online Purchase System to assist your auto accident claim.
- From the Agency: Request the report from the records office of the investigating law enforcement agency, such as the San Antonio Police Department or the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Why This Injury Claim Report is the Foundation of Your Case
The official accident report is the cornerstone of a successful injury claim. It provides powerful, objective evidence, often including the officer’s notes on the other driver’s intoxication, results of field sobriety tests, and any citations issued.
Our firm’s process begins with this document. From day one, we analyze the police report and immediately file Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to obtain all related evidence, including critical dash-cam or body-cam footage. Securing this irrefutable proof is the first step in building a trial-ready case designed to hold the insurance company accountable and maximize your recovery.
What Are the Most Critical Mistakes to Avoid in Your Drunk Driving Accident Claim?
The most critical mistakes to avoid after being hit by an intoxicated driver are admitting any degree of fault, giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance adjuster without legal counsel, accepting a quick settlement offer, and delaying necessary medical treatment. Insurance adjusters are not on your side, and they will use any opportunity to devalue or deny your claim.
To protect your rights, you must avoid these common pitfalls:
- Admitting Fault: A simple apology like “I’m sorry this happened” can be twisted by an insurance adjuster and used as an admission of guilt to reduce your compensation. Stick to the facts when speaking with law enforcement.
- Giving a Recorded Statement: You are not legally obligated to provide a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurer. They use these interviews to ask leading questions designed to get you to contradict yourself or downplay your injuries, particularly if you are involved in a driving under the influence case. Never agree to one without your DWI crash attorney present.
- Accepting a Quick Offer: Early settlement offers from companies like USAA or Progressive are always too low. They are a tactic used to close your case quickly before you understand the full extent of your injuries, future medical needs, and long-term lost wages.
- Delaying Medical Care: Gaps in your medical treatment give the insurance company an excuse to argue that your injuries are not severe or were caused by something other than the alcohol-impaired collision.
Avoiding these pitfalls protects the integrity of your claim; the next crucial step is to understand exactly who can be held legally responsible for the harm you’ve suffered.
Who Is Liable for a Drunk Driving Accident in Texas?
In Texas, legal liability for a drunk driving accident extends beyond just the impaired driver to potentially include bars, restaurants, or social hosts who overserved them alcohol, making multiple parties financially responsible for your damages. Establishing liability is the foundation of your injury claim. While the drunk driver is the primary defendant, Texas law provides additional avenues for victims injured in a drunk driving accident to seek justice and full compensation. Our alcohol-impaired crash legal team investigates every potential source of recovery, from the driver’s personal auto insurance to a commercial liability policy if they were operating a company vehicle, a frequent scenario with oil field trucks in South Texas.
The driver’s criminal DWI conviction and their Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) results can serve as powerful evidence of “negligence per se” in cases where victims of drunk driving accidents seek justice. This legal doctrine simplifies proving fault in your civil case, giving you significant leverage in negotiations. Our investigation begins the moment you hire us. We act swiftly to secure all critical evidence from the criminal proceedings at the Bexar County Courthouse, using it to build an undeniable civil claim on your behalf. An experienced intoxicated driver accident attorney knows how to leverage every piece of evidence to hold all responsible parties accountable.
The Legal Distinction Between DWI and DUI in Texas
While the terms are often used interchangeably in conversation, Texas law makes a sharp legal distinction between the offenses of DWI and DUI.
- Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is the primary charge for adults. A person is guilty of DWI if they operate a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. The state defines “intoxicated” in two ways: either not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties, or having a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of 0.08% or more.
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a charge that applies exclusively to minors (under the age of 21) who operate a vehicle with any detectable amount of alcohol in their system.
The core difference is the legal standard: DWI applies to adults who meet the legal definition of intoxication, while DUI is a zero-tolerance charge for minors.
Using the Criminal Conviction to Win Your Drunk Driving Accident Lawsuit (Negligence per Se)
In Texas, we use a powerful legal doctrine called “negligence per se” to establish fault. This principle, affirmed in landmark cases such as El Chico Corp. v. Poole, holds that when a person violates a public-safety law, such as a DWI statute, and causes the exact type of harm the law was designed to prevent, their negligence is automatically established.
This means we don’t have to convince a civil jury that the drunk driver was being careless; their criminal conviction or guilty plea does that for us. The focus of your civil case then shifts from proving fault to proving the full extent of your damages. This gives us enormous leverage against the insurers during settlement negotiations.
Can You Sue a Bar Under the Texas Dram Shop Act?
Yes, you can absolutely sue a bar or restaurant in Texas if they continued to serve alcohol to a patron who was obviously intoxicated to the point of being a clear danger to themselves and others. The Texas Dram Shop Act holds these establishments accountable when their negligence in over-serving alcohol contributes to a devastating drunk driving crash.
Proving a dram shop case requires a swift, aggressive investigation to secure time-sensitive evidence, such as bar receipts, credit card statements, surveillance footage, and eyewitness testimony from other patrons and staff.
Our law firm has direct experience holding negligent establishments accountable, including securing a $1 million settlement in a wrongful death case involving dram shop liability.
How Does the Driver’s Criminal DWI Case Affect My Civil Claim?
The driver’s criminal DWI case provides powerful leverage for your civil claim, as a guilty plea or conviction can be used as definitive evidence of their negligence and recklessness. All the evidence collected by law enforcement for the criminal prosecution—including the official police report, BAC test results from a breathalyzer or blood draw, and dashcam or bodycam footage of the field sobriety tests—is invaluable for your civil lawsuit. While the criminal and civil cases proceed on separate legal tracks, a criminal conviction establishes a rock-solid foundation for proving liability in your personal injury claim. This undeniable proof of fault often pressures the insurance adjusters to offer a more significant settlement, as they know a Bexar County jury will have little sympathy for a convicted drunk driver.
Once all liable parties are identified, the focus shifts to the most pressing question for victims: determining the full financial value of their losses with the help of a personal injury attorney.
How Is the Value of a San Antonio Drunk Driving Accident Claim Calculated?
The value of a San Antonio drunk driving accident claim is calculated by combining all economic damages like medical bills and lost wages with non-economic damages for pain and suffering, and then adding punitive damages designed to punish the drunk driver’s gross negligence. Unlike a standard car accident, a drunk driving claim involves unique factors that significantly increase its potential value.
Our DWI accident law firm meticulously documents every loss because these crashes often cause devastating, life-altering harm. This isn’t just an observation; it’s a statistical fact. In 2024, in Bexar County alone, there were 68 crashes that resulted in a suspected serious injury, leaving 94 victims with potentially catastrophic conditions that demand maximum financial recovery.
We document everything from emergency surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) to the projected costs of future rehabilitation to ensure the full value of your claim is understood.
Because Texas law views the act of driving while intoxicated as “gross negligence,” victims are often entitled to seek punitive damages. This is a separate category of compensation intended to punish the offender and deter similar reckless behavior in the community.
Punitive damages are not available in most other car accident cases and can substantially increase the final recovery amount. This is a critical factor for families facing catastrophic injuries after a crash on a notoriously dangerous road like Culebra Rd in West San Antonio.
What Damages Can Victims of Drunk Driving Accidents Recover?
In a Texas drunk driving case, you can recover three main categories of damages: economic damages for financial losses, non-economic damages for personal suffering, and punitive damages to punish the offender. We pursue every dollar your family is owed across all available categories.
- Economic Damages: Tangible financial losses like hospital bills, ambulance fees, future medical care, lost wages from missed work, and diminished earning capacity.
- Non-Economic Damages: Compensation for intangible suffering such as physical pain, mental anguish, scarring or disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive (Exemplary) Damages: Additional awards designed to punish the drunk driver for gross negligence and deter future drunk driving.
While all of these damages are critical, the fight for punitive damages is what truly distinguishes a DWI case from a standard personal injury claim.
What Are Punitive Damages in a Texas DWI Case?
Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages in Texas law, are a special category of financial compensation awarded by a jury specifically to punish a defendant for gross negligence. This compensation isn’t meant to cover a specific loss like a medical bill; its purpose is to make an example of the defendant and hold them publicly accountable.
This is especially crucial when you consider the devastating, statewide impact of drunk driving. According to 2024 Texas Department of Transportation data, of the 1,053 people killed in alcohol-related crashes in Texas, a staggering 352 were not the drunk drivers themselves; they were passengers, occupants of other vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. A jury can award punitive damages to punish the reckless behavior that inflicts such immense harm on innocent people across our community.
How Our Trial-Ready Approach Secured Maximum DWI Settlements
Our reputation for taking drunk driving cases to trial and winning forces insurance companies to offer significantly higher settlements to avoid facing us before a jury. Insurers know that most law firms are “settlement mills” that will accept a low offer to avoid going to court. We don’t. We prepare every case for trial from day one, and this readiness translates into real, life-changing results for our clients.
Our track record of success in alcohol-related crashes includes:
- $1.4 Million Settlement: We recovered this substantial amount for a client who suffered a debilitating spinal injury in a devastating drunk driving accident.
- $1 Million Settlement: Our firm secured this recovery for the family of a loved one in a wrongful death case that also involved successfully holding a bar accountable under the Texas Dram Shop Act.
- Over $1 Million Recovery: As our client Jackie Galindo stated after we fought her insurance company, “I was rear-ended and broad-sided by a truck. The insurance company offered less than $20,000. I ended up with over a million”.
- $536,007 Jury Verdict (Over 100x the Offer): This reflects the serious nature of being hit by a drunk driver. In the case of Jose Simon Arriaga Jr. v. Emily Montemayor, the insurance company’s final settlement offer was only $5,000. We refused to let our client be taken advantage of. We took the case to trial, and a jury awarded a verdict of $536,007, more than 107 times the amount the insurance company claimed the case was worth.
These results are not accidents; they are the direct product of a specific legal strategy designed to combat the predictable tactics of insurers.
What Are the Common Causes of Drunk Driving Accidents on San Antonio Roads?
Common Causes of Drunk Driving Accidents on San Antonio Roads:
- Excessive Speed: Alcohol-impaired drivers often exceed safe limits, which is especially deadly on high-speed corridors like I-35 and Loop 1604.
- Impaired Judgment: Intoxication can lead to fatal decision-making errors, such as running red lights or driving the wrong way.
- Delayed Reaction Times: Impaired drivers fail to respond to hazards in San Antonio’s dense, high-traffic environment, particularly when alcohol is combined with distracted driving.
- Wrong-Way Highway Collisions: These horrific accidents are frequent on major highways like US-90 and I-35, which have the highest crash rate among downtown San Antonio freeways.
- Late-Night Risks: A high volume of crashes occurs late at night after bars close in areas such as Downtown and The Pearl.
- High-Speed Rear-End Collisions: These are common on major arteries like Bandera Road, where intoxicated drivers fail to recognize stopped traffic, leading to multi-vehicle pileups.
- Intersectional T-Bone Accidents: Impairment leads to violent side-impact crashes in neighborhoods like Alamo Ranch.
- Chain-Reaction and Head-On Crashes: These devastating events result in catastrophic injuries or wrongful death for innocent families.
This danger isn’t confined to San Antonio’s city limits; it’s a significant threat in our surrounding communities as well. The same 2024 TxDOT data reveals the widespread nature of the problem with drunk drivers in the state of Texas in our service area:
- New Braunfels saw 117 total DUI-related crashes reported last year.
- Schertz had 32 crashes, including 3 with suspected serious injuries.
- Live Oak experienced 20 crashes on its roads.
- Converse reported 11 total crashes caused by impaired drivers.
A skilled drunk-driving crash lawyer understands how to investigate these types of accidents to build the strongest case.
Where Are San Antonio’s DWI Accident Hotspots?
According to the TxDOT database, San Antonio’s most dangerous DWI accident hotspots are its major highway interchanges and heavily trafficked arterial roads, including I-35, Loop 1604, Loop 410, US-281, and Culebra Road, which has been identified as the city’s deadliest non-freeway.
Decades of experience representing victims in Bexar County have shown us where the most devastating crashes occur.
- Interstate 35 (I-35): Has the highest crash rate among downtown freeways and is a heavy corridor for both commuters and commercial trucks.
- Loop 1604 & Loop 410: These loops see recurrent serious crashes, often involving drunk drivers late at night.
- Culebra Road: Known as San Antonio’s deadliest surface street, with a high number of alcohol-related fatal accidents.
- Interstate 10 (I-10): Segments of this major east-west corridor also have crash rates far above the statewide average.
The Dangers of Head-On, Wrong-Way, and Hit-and-Run DWI Accidents
Head-on and wrong-way collisions are the most fatal types of drunk driving accidents, while hit-and-runs add the challenge of identifying an at-fault driver who has illegally fled the scene. Head-on and wrong-way crashes involve a massive transfer of force, as the speeds of both vehicles are combined upon impact. This frequently results in life-altering outcomes like spinal cord injuries, amputations, or death.
Hit-and-run accidents pose a unique challenge, but our investigators can often locate the fleeing driver through witness statements, debris left at the scene, and surveillance footage from nearby businesses. When the at-fault driver cannot be found, we help our clients file a claim under their own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) policy to ensure they can still recover the compensation they need.
Understanding the dynamics of the crash is key, but the single most important factor that differentiates a successful claim from a denied one is hiring an attorney with proven courtroom experience.
Why Do I Need a Trial-Ready Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer to Fight the Insurance Company?
You need a trial-ready lawyer because insurance adjusters use specific tactics to devalue drunk driving collision claims, and their willingness to pay a fair settlement is directly proportional to their fear of losing a larger verdict in front of a Bexar County jury. After a drunk driving crash, the at-fault driver’s insurance is not your friend; it is a business, and its goal is to protect its profits by paying you as little as possible.
Adjusters will use proven tactics, such as offering a quick, lowball settlement before you know the full extent of your injuries, delaying your claim for months to create financial pressure, and even trying to twist your words to shift blame onto you.This is why our trial-first mindset is your greatest weapon.
We have over 20 years of experience fighting insurance defense tactics, and our advantage is unique: with 20+ years of insurance defense experience on our team, we know their playbook because we helped write it. We anticipate their strategies and build a case so strong that they are forced to negotiate fairly. We build every case as if it will be presented to a jury, compelling the insurer to evaluate the claim based on their risk of losing at trial, not on how cheaply they can make you go away.
The Trevino Trial Advantage vs. High-Volume “Settlement Mill” Firms
Unlike high-volume “settlement mill” firms that process cases for quick, low-value payouts, our trial-ready approach involves preparing every case for the courtroom to maximize leverage and force insurers to pay what your claim is truly worth.
Settlement mills operate on a volume-based business model; their goal is to close as many cases as possible, as quickly as possible, not for the highest value. They often pass clients off to non-attorney case managers, and you may rarely, if ever, speak directly with an actual personal injury lawyer.
At Trevino Injury Law, you have direct attorney access from day one. We deliberately accept fewer cases to ensure every client receives the focus and dedication they deserve. This allows us to conduct deep investigations, hire the best experts, and build a case so strong that insurance often pay a premium to avoid facing us at the Bexar County Courthouse.
This commitment to trial readiness is not theoretical; it’s proven by our track record of turning insultingly low offers into substantial jury verdicts.
What Is the Average Settlement for a Drunk Driving Accident in Texas?
While there is no official “average” settlement, drunk driving collision claims in Texas often resolve for significantly more than standard car accident cases, with amounts ranging from tens of thousands for minor injuries to over a million dollars for catastrophic cases involving punitive damages. The final settlement amount depends heavily on specific factors, including the severity of your injuries, your total medical costs and lost income, and the strength of the evidence proving the driver’s gross negligence. A case with clear liability and a high BAC level is valued higher than one with disputed facts.
More importantly, the skill and reputation of your attorney play a massive role in the outcome. An attorney known for going to trial and winning, like those at Trevino Injury Law, will nearly always command a higher settlement offer from an insurance company than a lawyer known for accepting the first number they put on the table. Insurers make business decisions, and they will pay more to avoid the risk and expense of facing a proven DWI wreck legal team in court.
The factors influencing a settlement are complex, and navigating the legal process to secure a maximum recovery involves several critical steps and deadlines.
What Are the Steps to Filing a Drunk Driving Accident Lawsuit in Texas?
The primary steps to filing a lawsuit against a drunk driver in Texas involve hiring an experienced attorney, conducting a thorough investigation, sending a formal demand letter to the insurance company, and if they refuse a fair settlement, filing a petition in civil court. The legal process is complex and designed to be navigated by a professional who can protect your rights at every stage.
The journey to justice typically follows these steps:
- Free Consultation & Case Evaluation: The process begins when you contact our firm. We will listen to your story, review the initial facts of your case, and explain your legal options, completely free of charge.
- Investigation and Evidence Preservation: Once hired, we immediately act to preserve critical evidence. This includes sending official notices to all at-fault parties to prevent the destruction of evidence, obtaining the police report, and beginning the investigation into any potential dram shop liability.
- Settlement Demand Package: We compile all your medical records, proof of lost wages, and other financial losses into a comprehensive settlement demand package. This letter formally outlines your case and demands a specific amount of compensation from the insurance.
- Negotiation or Litigation: The insurance company has a set time to respond to our demand, and our car accident lawyers are prepared to take action if necessary. If they make a fair offer, we can settle the case. If their offer is inadequate, we do not hesitate to file a formal lawsuit at the Bexar County Courthouse and begin the litigation process, which includes discovery, depositions, and, if necessary, a jury trial.
Should I accept the first settlement offer from the insurance company?
No, you should almost never accept the first settlement offer because it is intentionally low and designed to close your case cheaply before the full extent of your injuries and financial losses are known. First offers from insurance adjusters rarely, if ever, account for the cost of future medical care, long-term lost wages, or the full measure of your physical pain and emotional suffering.
Accepting that initial check means you forfeit your right to seek any further compensation for this accident, even if your medical condition worsens significantly later on, which is why consulting an accident lawyer in San Antonio is essential.
Can I sue a drunk driver if they have no insurance?
Yes, you can still sue an uninsured drunk driver personally, but the more practical path to recovery is typically filing a claim through your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. While our firm can obtain a court judgment against the at-fault driver, actually collecting that money from an individual with no insurance or assets is extremely difficult, which is why hiring an experienced car accident attorney is crucial.
Your UM/UIM coverage is specifically designed to protect you in this exact situation, allowing your own DUI accident attorney to help you recover the damages you deserve from your own insurance.
Do I need the police report to file an injury claim?
Yes, you can technically start a claim without it, but the official police report is one of the most critical pieces of evidence for proving that the other driver was at fault and intoxicated. The report includes the responding officer’s objective findings, diagrams of the crash scene, witness statements, any citations issued, and, often, a preliminary determination of fault.
We obtain this report immediately to establish a strong, fact-based foundation for your liability claim against the drunk driver and their insurer.
Successfully navigating these steps is time-sensitive, as the entire legal process is governed by a strict and unforgiving deadline.
How Long Do You Have to Sue After a Drunk Driving Accident in Texas?
The statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit after a drunk driving crash in Texas is strictly two years from the date of the injury. Failing to litigate within this two-year window permanently bars you from seeking maximum financial compensation, regardless of the driver’s level of intoxication or negligence. While rare exceptions exist for minors or defendants who flee the state, relying on them is a dangerous risk that Insurance Adjusters will use to devalue your claim.
A San Antonio drunk driving accident attorney must intervene immediately to initiate early evidence preservation, such as securing toxicology reports and bar surveillance footage before it is erased. Waiting until the deadline approaches compromises your legal leverage and prevents the thorough investigation required to hold all negligent parties accountable. At Trevino Injury Law, we prepare every case for jury trial from day one to ensure the clock does not run out on your family’s right to justice.
Are There Any Exceptions to the Two-Year Deadline?
While the two-year deadline is strict, Texas law allows for very limited exceptions. For example, the “discovery rule” might apply if an injury was not reasonably discoverable at the time of the crash. The clock can also be paused (or “tolled”) if the victim was a minor. However, relying on these rare exceptions is extremely risky.
The safest and most effective way to protect your right to justice is to act immediately after the accident.
What Happens If I Don’t Hire a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer for My Injury Claim?
Choosing not to hire a San Antonio drunk driving accident lawyer leaves you vulnerable to Insurance Adjusters who are trained to systematically devalue your claim. Without a plaintiff trial lawyer, you are at an immediate disadvantage and risk giving a recorded statement that destroys your case value or missing the statute of limitations. You lack the financial resources to investigate Dram Shop liability against negligent bars or hire the medical and financial experts required to prove a comprehensive Life Care Plan for catastrophic injuries.
Insurers like State Farm, Allstate, and USAA prioritize corporate profits and offer lowball settlements; we use litigation to force them to pay full value. Trevino Injury Law fronts all case expenses and prepares every claim for a jury trial to secure the maximum financial compensation your family deserves. Do not fight a billion-dollar corporation alone—protect your future by hiring a proven DWI accident trial lawyer.
When Is It Too Late to Hire a Drunk Driving Accident Lawyer?
In Texas, it is too late to hire a San Antonio drunk driving accident lawyer once the two-year statute of limitations expires, but your case can be destroyed much sooner. Insurance Adjusters at companies like USAA or State Farm use your silence to wait out the clock or trick you into a low settlement. Once you sign a release and accept a check, you permanently waive your right to litigation—even if you require a future Life Care Plan for catastrophic injuries.
Critical evidence, such as toxicology reports and surveillance footage from the bar or restaurant, can vanish within days. We initiate early evidence preservation and FOIA requests to prevent the destruction of evidence. To secure maximum financial compensation, you must act while your legal leverage is intact. Contact Trevino Injury Law now to force them to pay before the evidence—and your right to sue—disappears forever.
Hold the Drunk Driver Accountable: Call 210-TREVINO Now
Drunk drivers and their insurance companies fight to avoid paying for their gross negligence. They rely on high-volume “settlement mills” to accept low offers that ignore the true cost of your injuries. We refuse to let them win. We prepare every DWI claim for trial at the Bexar County Courthouse, forcing them to face a jury if they deny justice.
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