Car Accident Lawyer for Plano, TX Drivers and Families

After a collision in Plano, the days that follow can feel overwhelming. Attorney Alers can walk you through your options. Call (469) 207-1515 or request a free case review.

After a crash in Plano

Plano is a major employment and commuting hub, and its highways carry heavy daily traffic. US 75 (Central Expressway), the President George Bush Turnpike, the Dallas North Tollway and Preston Road are all part of many residents' routines.

Plano is located mostly in Collin County, with a portion in Denton County. With so many people passing through on the way to work, a crash may involve drivers from other cities, which can make insurance questions more complicated.

Stop-and-go congestion, merging traffic and busy intersections are part of everyday driving here. Even a low-speed collision can cause injuries that take time to show.

What to do after an accident

  • Seek medical attention promptly and follow your doctor's instructions.
  • Call the police so an official report is made.
  • Photograph the scene, vehicle damage, and injuries.
  • Get contact and insurance details from the other driver, plus witness information.
  • Decline a recorded statement to the other driver's insurer until you have spoken with a lawyer.
  • Save all medical bills, repair estimates, pay records, and correspondence.

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

How Texas law affects your claim

In Texas, fault matters. The person responsible for a crash is generally responsible for the damages it causes, and insurance claims usually begin with proving who was at fault.

There is generally a two-year deadline to file a personal injury lawsuit, with some exceptions. Waiting too long can limit your options even when your claim is strong.

Under Texas's proportionate responsibility rules, compensation is reduced by your share of fault. If you are more than 50% at fault, you generally cannot recover.

Many policies include PIP coverage for medical bills regardless of who caused the crash, unless it was rejected in writing.

Our work is pre-litigation: we document your losses and negotiate with insurers. Most Plano cases involve Collin County, where lawsuits are filed in McKinney. Denton County cases are filed in Denton.

Our process

  1. Free case review. We discuss the crash, your injuries, and your goals.
  2. Investigation and medical documentation. We collect reports, records, and billing.
  3. Claim and demand to the insurance company. We submit your claim with supporting documents.
  4. Negotiation toward settlement. We communicate with the insurer on your behalf.

Bilingual service, Se habla español

Attorney Alers serves Plano in English and Spanish. Our Frisco office is a short drive from Plano, and we can also talk by phone.

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

FAQs

What if I was hit on US 75 or the Bush Turnpike by someone from another city?

The location of the crash and the other driver's insurance matter more than where they live. We can help identify the insurance involved.

Is the crash report from Plano police the same as the TxDOT report?

Both draw on the same report filed by the officer. You can request it from the department or buy it through C.R.I.S.

Will my own insurance rates go up if I make a claim?

That depends on your policy and the circumstances, so ask your insurer. A claim against the at-fault driver's coverage is separate, and we can explain how it works.

Can I call before I decide to hire a lawyer?

Yes. The case review is free, and there is no obligation to continue.

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

This page is general information, not legal advice.