Lewisville Car Accident Attorneys

Serious Representation for Serious Injuries After a Car Accident in Lewisville

Home to over 132,000 residents, Lewisville is a busy, growing part of the Mid-Cities region. Its location within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex makes it a popular place to live, work, and visit, with easy access to both city conveniences like Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and natural wonders like Lewisville Lake. 

Many in Lewisville rely on the roads for travel – yet road travel always comes with the risk of a crash, no matter how carefully you drive. If you’re injured in a car accident, speak to an experienced Lewisville car accident lawyer today. The attorneys at Chandler Ross PLLC can help.

Lewisville Car Accident Statistics

In 2024, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recorded 2,435 traffic crashes within Lewisville. These included eight fatal crashes, claiming a total of eight lives. Forty-nine separate collisions left 57 individuals with “suspected serious injuries.” Minor and “possible” injuries occurred in nearly 650 collisions, resulting in over 900 injuries. 

Denton County is a common site for car accidents. Fifty people lost their lives in Denton County car accidents in 2024, including eight deaths in Lewisville. Another 341 experienced serious injuries, and suspected minor or possible injuries occurred in nearly 5,000 collisions. Dallas County posted even higher numbers: 331 deaths, 1,648 suspected serious injuries, and over 20,000 minor or possible injuries. 

If you were involved in a recent accident in the area, call us at (940) 800-2500. We have years of experience dealing with insurance companies and fighting on your behalf to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. You shouldn’t have to suffer alone during such an emotional and stressful time. We’ll let you focus on your recovery while we handle the logistics of your unique case. 

Common Sites for Car Accidents in and Near Lewisville

Located just ten minutes from the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, Lewisville’s roads can get congested – and car accidents can occur. TxDOT estimates that over 180,000 cars per day travel through I-35E near State Highway 121. State Highway 121 also sees up to 38,000 vehicles a day in some areas. 

Busy intersections can also be common sites for car accidents. I-35E, TX-121, and Hebron Parkway all have ramps and intersections at which collisions can easily occur. In 2024, 1,051 Texans died in intersection crashes, according to TxDOT.

Common Causes of Lewisville Car Accidents

Many car accidents are preventable. When they occur, it is because someone involved in the crash failed to take due care to prevent harm. 

Many factors can cause or contribute to a car crash. According to TxDOT data, drunk driving, distracted driving, and speeding are three of the most common factors in both fatal and serious injury collisions. 

Drunk Driving

In 2024, 1,053 people died in drunk driving crashes on Texas roads. These deaths accounted for over 25 percent of all Texas roadway deaths in 2024. 

Like other states, Texas prohibits driving a vehicle if one’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is over 0.08 percent. Yet even drivers with a lower BAC can find their judgment, vision, and reflexes impaired by alcohol. Alcohol-involved crashes are often deadly or leave those involved with serious injuries. 

Distracted Driving

In 2024, 380 Texans lost their lives in distracted driving crashes, according to TxDOT. These included two deaths in Denton County and eight in Dallas County. In addition, 44 people experienced suspected serious injuries due to distracted driving. Over 700 suffered minor or possible injuries in distracted driving crashes.

Distracted driving comes in many forms. Cell phones are a known cause of distracted driving, but noise or conversation in the car, activities like eating, or sights outside the vehicle can all distract drivers – and raise the risk of a serious crash. 

Speeding

Speeding can take several forms. Exceeding the posted speed limit is one form of speeding, and it can be dangerous. Driving too fast for conditions is another form of speeding, and it can occur even if the car is traveling at or below the posted speed limit. When a driver moves too fast for the road conditions, a crash can result from an inability to slow or stop the vehicle in time to avoid the collision. 

In 2024, 20 people died in speeding-related crashes in Denton County. Another 105 people experienced serious injuries. “Minor” or “possible” injuries affected over 1,400 people. In Dallas County, 127 people died and 529 experienced suspected serious injuries in speed-related crashes. 

Lewisville Car Accident Lawsuit Basics

After a crash, an injured person can file a lawsuit to seek compensation for their injuries and losses. If the crash claims a life, surviving family members may seek compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit. 

A personal injury or wrongful death claim may be filed even if the driver who caused the crash also faces criminal charges. For example, if a drunk driver causes injuries, the injured person can file a lawsuit even if the driver is also facing DUI charges.

Time Limits

The Texas statute of limitations allows an injured person two years to file their lawsuit after an accident. Only a few exceptions to this rule apply. 

It’s best to file your lawsuit as soon as possible. Waiting can make it more challenging to find the needed evidence or witnesses and to prove your claim. Talk to a knowledgeable Lewisville car accident lawyer about how the time limit applies in your case and when to file. 

Proving Fault

To recover compensation, an injured person must prove that the other party was at fault. In most car accident claims, proving fault means proving someone else was negligent – that they had a duty to use reasonable care but failed to do so, and the result was your injuries. 

An experienced attorney understands the complex issues that can go into determining fault in a car accident. A lawyer will investigate your case, determine whose fault caused or contributed to the crash, and help you hold those parties accountable. 

Compensation

Compensation seeks to repay you for losses caused by the accident. Compensation can cover both financial and non-financial losses.

Common financial losses include medical bills, lost wages, and costs to repair or replace a car or other vehicle. They can also include the costs of future medical bills, if you’ll need ongoing care, and future lost wages if your injuries leave you unable to work. Families that have lost a loved one can seek funeral and burial expenses as well. These are also called “economic” damages.

Common non-financial or personal losses include your physical pain and suffering, mental and emotional anguish you suffered from the crash, or any resulting issues like disfigurement, and the loss of enjoyment of hobbies and activities you may be unable to do now because of your injuries. Family members can seek compensation for the loss of a loved one after a fatal injury. These are also known as “non-economic” damages. 

Every crash involves unique factors and causes unique injuries. As a result, it’s no use comparing someone else’s case or compensation to your own. Instead, talk to an experienced Lewisville lawyer who can examine the details in your case and determine what a fair, full compensation total might be. 

What To Do After a Lewisville Car Accident

A car accident can be terrifying – and for good reason. These collisions often leave you with little time to think or react, and they can threaten your life and health. 

Take the following steps at the scene. If you cannot complete some or all of these steps, talk to an attorney who can help you fill in any gaps.

• Safety is essential after a crash. If possible, move out of the way of traffic or other hazards, like a burning vehicle. However, do not move anyone who is unconscious or appears to be seriously injured. Lights, flares, and similar objects can help you warn oncoming traffic to slow down and avoid the crash site.
• Call 911. Emergency first responders play crucial roles after a crash. They provide essential first aid, secure the scene, and make a thorough record. Call 911 or have someone nearby do so.
• Document the scene. Take photos or video, write down what you remember, or make a voice note. Get contact information from others involved in the crash and from any witnesses if you can. 
• See a doctor. If you don’t get emergency medical care, see a doctor as soon as you can. A doctor will document your injuries. If you did go to the emergency room, follow medical instructions for healing, including follow up appointments. 
• Save your paperwork. Car accidents tend to produce a lot of paperwork. Notes from doctor’s visits, medical bills, vehicle repairs, towing bills, forms to fill out if you need time off work, and other paperwork piles up. Keep all this paperwork together in a safe place. Consider making both electronic and paper backups. 
• File an insurance claim. Texas gives you two years to file a lawsuit, but most insurance companies give you much less time to file an insurance claim. Open a claim as soon as you can after an accident. 

Contact Our Top-Rated Lewisville Car Accident Lawyers Today

Car accidents can cause serious injuries. If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in a crash, talk to an attorney today. The team at Chandler Ross PLLC has extensive experience helping Lewisville and other North Texas residents injured in vehicle crashes. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential case evaluation. Give us a call at (940) 800-2500.