Why a Former Insurance Defense Attorney Makes a

Why a Former Insurance Defense Attorney Makes a Difference After a Wreck Alex Aguirre got his law license at 25 and went to work for the people most injured drivers end up fighting. As an insurance defense attorney, he represented insurance companies and corporations against injury claims. He learned how adjusters value a case, what they look for in medical records and which arguments they use to push a number down. Then he switched sides. For more than 20 years since, the San Antonio native has represented injured people instead, and that early training still shapes how his firm works. Here\'s what that inside view means for you. Insurers often call within days of a crash, sounding friendly and asking for a quick recorded statement. Those calls aren't a courtesy. A casual comment like "I'm doing okay" can be replayed later to argue you weren't hurt. Adjusters also watch for gaps in treatment, prior injuries and anything that lets them blame you for part of the crash. Under Texas modified comparative fault, every percentage point of blame they pin on you cuts into your recovery, and Law Firm at 51% you get nothing. Someone who used to build those arguments knows how to see them coming and answer them with evidence. It also shows in how a claim is built from day one. The firm gathers the CR-3 crash report through TxDOT's Crash Records Information System, photos, witness details and medical records. Clients say the team talks directly with surgeons and doctors to plan treatment, which helps document future medical costs, lost earning capacity and physical impairment. Those are the damages adjusters tend to overlook in a first offer. For a serious wreck at I-10 and Loop 1604 or along Wurzbach Parkway, the difference between a rushed offer and a well-documented demand can be significant.

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Alex's peers have noticed his work. He's been named to Super Lawyers every year since 2020, holds an Avvo 10.0 "Superb" rating, is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and was recognized by Lawyers of Distinction in 2023. He's a former president of the Mexican American Bar Association and a former adjunct professor at Northwest Vista College. The firm's published results include a $3.0M premises liability wrongful death case and a $1.25M trucking accident, though past results never promise a future outcome. The work is on contingency, with no fee unless the firm wins. If you want a San Antonio car accident lawyer who understands the insurance side from the inside, call (210) 922-0808. The team answers 24/7 by phone, email or text. Visit the office at 3015 Napier Pk in Napier Park, just off Loop 1604, or schedule an online appointment.

The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLCAddress: 3015 Napier Pk, San Antonio, TX 78231 Phone: (210) 922-0808 FAQ About San Antonio Car Accident Lawyer How much do lawyers take from a car accident settlement in Texas? Most Texas car accident lawyers work on contingency, so their fee is a percentage of what they recover and nothing if they lose. The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC handles San Antonio car accident cases this way, with no upfront cost and no fee unless the firm wins. The exact percentage is set out in your written fee agreement before any work starts, so there are no surprises. How hard is it to win a car accident lawsuit? It depends on the evidence. Clear fault, a CR-3 crash report, photos, witnesses and consistent medical records make a claim much stronger. Founder Alex Aguirre spent the start of his career defending insurance companies, so the firm knows the arguments insurers use to deny or shrink claims and prepares for them early. Most cases settle, but the team is ready to go to trial when an offer is unfair. What is my San Antonio car accident claim worth? No honest lawyer can put a number on your claim without looking at the details. Value depends on your medical bills, future treatment, lost wages, the severity of your injuries and how clear the other driver's fault is. The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC reviews all of this in a free consultation and explains what compensation may be realistic for your situation. What should I do after a car accident in San Antonio? Check everyone for injuries, call 911 and get the report number from SAPD or the Bexar County Sheriff's Office. Take photos of the vehicles and the scene, get witness details and see a doctor quickly, even if you feel fine. Then call The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC at (210) 922-0808, which is open 24 hours a day. Can I recover compensation if I was partially at fault? Yes, in many cases. Texas uses modified comparative fault, so you can still recover as long as you are less than 51 percent responsible, although your award is reduced by your share of the blame. Insurers often push extra fault onto injured drivers after crashes at busy spots like Loop 1604 and I-10, and the firm works to challenge that with evidence. Should I talk to the other driver's insurance company? It's best not to give a recorded statement before you get legal advice. Adjusters can use casual comments like "I'm fine" to argue your injuries aren't serious. Alex Aguirre knows these tactics from his years on the defense side, and his team can handle insurer calls for you from the first day. How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Texas? Texas generally gives you two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit, and two years from the date of death for a wrongful death claim. Some claims, such as those involving a government vehicle, can have earlier notice requirements. Calling The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC early gives the team time to gather evidence before it disappears. What compensation can I get after a San Antonio car wreck? You may be able to recover current and future medical costs, lost wages and earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, mental anguish and physical impairment. In cases of gross negligence, such as some drunk driving crashes, Texas law may also allow exemplary damages. The firm reviews every category so nothing gets left out of your claim. What if the driver who hit me has no insurance? Your own policy may still protect you. Texas insurers must offer uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage and personal injury protection, and PIP is included unless you rejected it in writing. The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC reviews your policy for free and pursues every available source of recovery, including in hit and run cases. Do I need a lawyer for a minor car accident? If nobody was hurt and the damage is small, you may not need one. If you have pain, missed work or the insurer is disputing fault, a free consultation is worth the call. The Aguirre Law Firm, PLLC will tell you plainly whether your San Antonio crash needs legal help. How long does a car accident settlement take in Texas? Simple claims can settle in a few months, while serious injury cases often take longer because you need to finish treatment before the full cost is known. Clients of the firm often mention regular update calls from paralegal Jackie and case manager Nicole, so you're never left guessing where your case stands. Does the firm help Spanish-speaking clients? Yes. Hablamos Espanol, and the firm offers language assistance so Spanish-speaking clients can discuss their case comfortably. Founder Alex Aguirre is a San Antonio native and a former president of the Mexican American Bar Association. Call (210) 922-0808 for a free consultation in English or Spanish.