As the sole attorney at Joe Lopez Law in Austin, Texas, I know firsthand how vital it is to choose a qualified car accident lawyer to represent you after a crash. The right attorney can significantly impact your ability to secure fair compensation for injuries, damages, and losses in Austin’s busy streets. Here are the key qualifications you should look for when hiring a car accident lawyer, based on my experience serving clients in Austin. 1. Extensive Experience in Austin Car Accident Cases When selecting a lawyer, prioritize someone with deep experience in car accident cases specific to Austin. I’ve…

A car accident in Austin can throw you off balance, especially with the city’s hectic roads like I-35 or Mopac amplifying the stress. Knowing what to steer clear of can safeguard your health, wallet, and legal rights. Drawing from an understanding of Austin drivers’ challenges, here are five critical mistakes to avoid post-accident, paired with practical tips to help you handle the fallout with confidence. 1. Skipping a Police Report One major error is not calling the police to document the incident. In Austin, where traffic disputes can heat up fast, an official police report is vital for insurance claims…

Published: April 02, 2025 | By Joe Lopez, Austin Car Accident Attorney If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Austin, Texas, one of the first questions you might ask is, “How long do I have to file a claim?” Time is critical after a crash, and missing a deadline could mean losing your right to compensation. As an experienced Austin car accident attorney, I’ve helped countless clients navigate Texas laws to secure the justice they deserve. In this guide, I’ll break down the statute of limitations for car accident claims in Austin, exceptions you should know, and why…

Time Saved Means Lives Lost When It Comes to Drowsy Driving With nearly 328,000 drowsy driving related car accidents each year, the facts speak for themselves. When you look at the loss of life and the nearly 109,000 injuries that come from these accidents, the cost of drowsy driving is too high. Making the change to save lives means knowing what happens to the brain when fatigued, taking action when driving, and committing to better sleep. A Slow Brain Means Poor Driving The body is hardwired to get what it needs whether that means food, water, or rest. Sleep deprivation…

Victims of bicycle-car collisions are more susceptible to catastrophic injuries Being the victim of a collision between a bicycle and car can be a harrowing experience. Whether you’re on a steel or aluminum bicycle, or (especially) an ultra-light carbon bike, does not matter. The car always wins in a collision between and bicycle and a car or truck. For this reason alone, it’s important to always be particularly alert when riding on an open roadway. Whether you are (1) clipped while riding on the shoulder, (2) t-boned while crossing an intersection with the right-of-way, or (3) hit head on by…

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Should I get an attorney after my car accident? In some cases, an attorney is absolutely necessary. In other cases, your claim may be resolved quicker and with fewer steps by not getting an attorney involved. Many attorneys—including the Joe Lopez Law PC, where I practice personal injury litigation in Austin, TX—do offer free consultations to evaluate the prospects of your case with you. This blog post serves to give a general understanding of how to evaluate your options. I only feel like I sustained minor injuries along with the damage to my vehicle. Should I get an attorney? Whether…

Imagine going in for a routine ultrasound only to discover a birth defect like spina bifida or a heart condition. Now imagine never knowing about such a condition – or even the possibility of any malformation – until a baby is born. Are doctors responsible for reasonably informing you of such conditions? And is failing to provide this diagnosis negligent? Wrongful Birth in Texas If you are not sure about these answers, you are not alone. Such issues can be morally or socially difficult to answer, but it is especially challenging to hammer out concrete laws that all healthcare providers…

Working under contingency fee agreement may seem too good to be true. A lawyer simply agrees to represent you at no upfront cost, only collecting if you win the case – right? Though this is a bit basic, there is some truth to this definition. Like everything else in the legal field, however, each case is unique. There are some facts about contingency in Texas that may make your case not worth pursuing, even if your lawyer agrees to start for free. How Contingency Works in Texas When a lawyer agrees to work on contingency, which is common in personal injury…

Dash Cams in Cars Are dash cams in cars gaining popularity with American drivers? Do they serve a good purpose for civilians? Last year, a new client at our law firm brought in the footage of his collision the car next to him captured. To say it’s compelling evidence is an understatement. So the question remains, why are dash cams gaining popularity in the United States? A few weeks, a serious crash involving a runaway dump truck was captured on video in Austin, Texas.   As seen within the link below, this footage is absolutely profound and can definitely provide concrete…