You have two years to file a lawsuit after your accident. This deadline is called the statute of limitations. Once it has passed, you will typically not be able to pursue compensation, although exceptions apply in rare cases.
It is vital to contact a McAllen and San Antonio personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. This time frame includes negotiations with insurance companies to attempt to settle your claim out of court, so if negotiations drag out and are unsuccessful, it may be too late to file a lawsuit. An attorney can fight for a fair settlement or begin legal action before the statute of limitations expires.