Hale County

Car Accident Lawyer in Hale County

Nearly 30 Years of Aggressive Representation, Available Around the Clock

Founding attorney Davis W. Smith has spent nearly three decades handling personal injury claims throughout Northwest Texas and Hobbs, New Mexico. The Gorilla Law Firm brings that record to injured residents throughout Hale County, with the same direct, no-backdown approach that has defined the firm since its founding.

If you’ve been hurt in a crash, The Gorilla Law Firm is available around the clock and can come to you. Call (806) 375-3855 to schedule a free consultation at the hospital or at home.

A Firm Built on Tenacity

Davis W. Smith’s background as a former U.S. Marine and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner shapes how the firm approaches every case. Insurance companies rely on pressure and delay. The Gorilla Law Firm counters those tactics directly, both at the negotiating table and in the courtroom, without flinching.

For an injured driver, getting to a law office while recovering from a crash can be its own obstacle. The Gorilla Law Firm removes that barrier. Attorneys are available at any hour and can travel to meet clients in the hospital or at home, so representation can begin without a trip across town or across the county.

What Hale County Drivers Should Know About Texas Car Accident Law

Texas car accident law sets specific rules on deadlines, fault, and where claims are heard. Understanding those rules before speaking with an insurer can help protect a claim.

The Filing Deadline

Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003, most car accident victims have two years from the date of the collision to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing that deadline typically means losing the right to pursue compensation. For families who lose someone in a crash, the two-year period runs from the date of death rather than the date of the accident, which matters when a wrongful death claim and a personal injury claim arise from the same event.

Proportionate Responsibility & Fault Percentages

Texas follows a proportionate responsibility rule. A claimant found to be 51 percent or more at fault cannot recover damages at all. Below that threshold, any award is reduced by the claimant’s own percentage of fault. An insurer’s adjuster may argue that the injured driver bears more blame than the evidence supports, which is one reason representation retained before any recorded statement is made may affect how a claim is presented.

Where Hale County Claims Are Filed

Civil matters in Hale County are heard by the 64th District Court and the 242nd District Court, both located in Plainview, the county seat. Those courts serve residents from Hale Center, Abernathy, Petersburg, Edmonson, Cotton Center, and the surrounding communities. The Gorilla Law Firm handles cases filed in these courts as part of its representation throughout the region.

Road Conditions Across the County

Hale County’s road network includes farm-to-market routes where passenger vehicles share narrow two-lane stretches with agricultural equipment and commercial trucks. After dark, reduced lighting on rural highway sections can contribute to the severity of crashes that might be minor on a lit urban road. These conditions shape how accidents happen here and how liability is assessed when a collision occurs.

Talk to The Gorilla Law Firm at No Cost

Contact The Gorilla Law Firm now at (806) 375-3855 to speak with an attorney about your car accident claim. Initial consultations are free, and the firm charges no fee unless the case is successful. There’s no financial risk to making the call.

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What People Are Saying About THE GORILLA LAW FIRM

  • “Saying 'I would recommend Davis' is an understatement.”
    I wouldn't consider using another attorney for myself or a loved one if ever in this situation again. THANK YOU Davis for taking such good care of my wife and our family during such a difficult time.
    - Robin C.
  • “Go to The Gorilla”
    The best lawyer to go to in Lubbock for resolving a car accident is The Gorilla Law Firm...you won't be disappointed!
    - Sarah S.
  • “The Gorilla Law Firm is one the best law firms in Lubbock.”
    A year ago I got into a car crash with a drunk driver and I received my settlement in a timely manner.
    - Bella M.