Car Accidents
Rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, distracted driving, and uninsured motorist claims. We deal with the insurance companies so you can focus on recovering.
No Fee Unless We Win
Personal Injury Attorney in San Antonio & Laredo
When you're hurt because of someone else's negligence, Attorney Richard Silvas fights to get you the compensation you deserve. He personally handles every case from beginning to end.
48+
Years of Experience
$0
Upfront Fees
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Cities Served
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Personal Attention
Cases We Handle
Types of Personal Injury Cases
Attorney Silvas represents injured persons across a wide range of accident and negligence cases in San Antonio, Laredo, and throughout South Texas.
Truck Accidents
18-wheeler and commercial vehicle wrecks along the IH-35 corridor between San Antonio and Laredo. These high-impact cases often involve complex federal regulations and multiple liable parties.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists face disproportionate injuries in collisions. We fight the bias riders often encounter and pursue full compensation for your injuries and bike damage.
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability
Property owners have a duty to maintain safe conditions. If you were injured due to wet floors, broken stairs, poor lighting, or other hazards, you may have a claim.
Wrongful Death
When negligence takes a loved one, surviving family members can seek compensation for lost companionship, income, funeral expenses, and the pain and suffering endured.
Work Injuries
Injured on the job? Beyond workers' comp, you may have a third-party claim against equipment manufacturers, subcontractors, or property owners responsible for unsafe conditions.
Protect Your Rights
What to Do After an Accident
The steps you take immediately after an accident can make or break your case. Follow these guidelines to protect your claim.
1
Get to Safety & Call 911
Move to a safe location if possible. Call 911 to report the accident and request medical attention. A police report creates an official record of the incident.
2
Document Everything
Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage, your injuries, and road conditions. Get the other driver's insurance information and names of any witnesses.
3
Seek Medical Treatment
See a doctor as soon as possible, even if you feel fine. Some injuries take hours or days to show symptoms. Medical records link your injuries directly to the accident.
4
Call an Attorney Before the Insurer
Before giving any statements to insurance adjusters, talk to Attorney Silvas. Insurance companies work to minimize payouts. We work to maximize your recovery.
Our Approach
How We Help You Recover
Attorney Richard Silvas personally handles your case from the first phone call through settlement or trial. No hand-offs to paralegals or junior associates.
When you hire Richard Silvas, you get an attorney with 48+ years of trial experience who knows how insurance companies operate and how to counter their tactics. He started his career prosecuting first-degree felonies, so he is not intimidated by aggressive opposing counsel.
Every personal injury case begins with a thorough investigation of the facts, collection of evidence, and a clear assessment of your damages. From there, Attorney Silvas handles all communication with insurance adjusters, negotiates aggressively for a fair settlement, and is prepared to take your case to trial if the insurance company refuses to pay what your claim is worth.
- Free initial case review with Attorney Silvas personally
- Thorough investigation and evidence preservation
- Direct negotiation with insurance companies on your behalf
- No fee unless we recover compensation for you
- Prepared to go to trial if the insurer won't pay fairly
- Bilingual representation available (English and Spanish)
Understanding Texas Insurance Minimums
In Texas, drivers are required to carry minimum liability insurance coverage of $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident for bodily injury. While these are the legal minimums, many serious accidents result in damages that far exceed these amounts.
Attorney Silvas identifies all possible sources of recovery, including underinsured motorist coverage, umbrella policies, and third-party liability, to maximize your compensation.
Attorney fees, medical expenses, and costs are deducted from the recovery. You pay nothing out of pocket.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most from personal injury clients in San Antonio and Laredo.
Attorney Richard Silvas works on a contingency fee basis. You pay no upfront fees and no legal costs unless we win your case. Your initial case review is completely free. If we recover compensation for you, attorney fees, medical expenses, and costs are deducted from the recovery.
Every case is different. Simple car accident claims with clear liability may resolve in a few months. More complex cases involving severe injuries, disputed fault, or commercial truck accidents can take a year or longer, especially if litigation becomes necessary. Attorney Silvas will give you an honest timeline based on the specifics of your situation.
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. You can still recover compensation as long as you are not more than 50% at fault for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you could recover up to $80,000. Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto the injured person to reduce payouts, which is why having an experienced attorney matters.
Be very careful when speaking with insurance adjusters, especially the at-fault party's insurer. Their goal is to minimize what they pay you. Do not give a recorded statement or accept a settlement offer without consulting an attorney first. Report the accident to your own insurance company as required by your policy, but contact Attorney Silvas before discussing details with any adjuster.
In Texas, injured persons may recover compensation for medical bills (past and future), lost wages and loss of earning capacity, physical pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement, physical impairment, and property damage. In cases involving gross negligence or intentional misconduct, punitive damages may also be available. Note that in Texas, minimum liability coverage is $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident.