Car Accident Lawyer for Celina, TX Drivers and Families

Celina is growing, and so is the traffic. If you were hurt in a crash, Attorney Alers can help you sort out the next steps. Call (469) 207-1515 or request a free case review.

After a crash in Celina

Celina has seen steady growth, bringing new homes, businesses and road projects. Preston Road (SH 289) and FM 455 are key routes, and construction vehicles share the road with commuters and families.

Celina lies in Collin County, with a portion in Denton County. Older farm-to-market roads were not originally built for today's volume, so two-lane stretches, shifting traffic patterns and work zones can all play a role in a collision.

Heavy equipment, trucks and temporary lane changes add risk. If you were hurt near a work zone, note the signs, lane markings and conditions while you can.

What to do after an accident

  • Get medical care promptly, even for minor pain or stiffness.
  • Call the police so a report is made.
  • Take photos, including road signs, lane conditions, and damage.
  • Gather witness details and the other driver's insurance information.
  • Do not give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer before talking to a lawyer.
  • Keep all records, including bills, estimates, and time missed from work.

The crash report can be requested from the Celina Police Department, or purchased online through TxDOT's Crash Report Online Purchase System (C.R.I.S.).

How Texas law affects your claim

Texas is an at-fault state, so the party who caused the crash is generally responsible for its costs.

Most personal injury claims must be filed in court within two years, with limited exceptions. Insurance negotiations do not always stop that clock.

Because Texas applies proportionate responsibility, your recovery can be reduced by your share of fault, and it is generally barred if that share is over 50%.

PIP coverage, if you have it, may pay medical bills regardless of fault. It applies unless it was rejected in writing.

Our firm handles claims before a lawsuit is filed, through documentation and insurance negotiation. For Celina, Collin County cases are filed in McKinney, while Denton County cases are filed in Denton.

Our process

  1. Free case review. We learn what happened and answer your questions.
  2. Investigation and medical documentation. We collect the records that show your injuries and losses.
  3. Claim and demand to the insurance company. We present your claim in writing.
  4. Negotiation toward settlement. We discuss resolution with the insurer.

Bilingual service, Se habla español

Attorney Alers serves Celina in English and Spanish. Our Frisco office is a short drive south, and phone consultations are welcome.

Call (469) 207-1515 or request a free case review.

FAQs

What if a construction vehicle was involved?

Those cases can involve company insurance. Write down any company name or markings you saw, and tell us at the case review.

Does a rural or two-lane road change my claim?

The basic rules are the same, but road conditions may be relevant. Photos and the crash report help document them.

Is Celina in Collin or Denton County?

Celina is mainly in Collin County, with a portion in Denton County. We confirm the right county from the crash location.

What if I am not sure whether I was partly at fault?

Please tell us everything. Shared fault does not always end a claim, and we can explain how it may affect the outcome.

Alers Law, PLLC — Beverly Alers, attorney responsible for this content. Principal office: Frisco, Texas.

This page is general information, not legal advice.