San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyer

When an accident changes your life, you need an advocate who will stand beside you every step of the way. The San Antonio personal injury attorneys at The Patel Firm are committed to helping injured people reclaim their lives with dignity and confidence.
We provide compassionate guidance, trial-tested skill, and a relentless pursuit of justice, starting with a free case review and no fees unless we win.
Minesh Patel understands the emotional, physical, and financial toll an injury can take. As a San Antonio trial lawyer who treats clients like family, he and his team are ready to listen, guide, and fight for the results you deserve.

Why Choose The Patel Firm for Your Injury Case?

Choosing the right attorney can be the most important decision you make after an accident. Minesh Patel brings years of courtroom experience, deep knowledge of Texas injury law, and a proven record of success in both settlement negotiations and trial.
The San Antonio personal injury attorneys at The Patel Firm don’t just file claims. We build cases from the ground up. We investigate thoroughly, challenge insurance companies aggressively, and keep our clients informed every step of the way. Our goal is to recover the maximum compensation possible so you can focus on healing.

What Is Personal Injury Law?

Personal injury law exists to hold individuals, companies, and entities accountable when their negligence harms someone else. It allows victims to recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other losses.
A San Antonio personal injury lawyer like Minesh Patel can guide you through every stage of the process. From gathering evidence to negotiating with insurers and, if necessary, arguing your case in court, the goal is to protect your rights and maximize your recovery.

What Types of Cases Do We Handle?

The Patel Firm handles a wide range of injury cases in San Antonio and across Bexar County.

Common personal injury cases include:

• Car accidents on Loop 410, I-10, I-35, and local roadways
• Commercial truck and 18-wheeler crashes
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian and bicycle collisions
• Slip and fall / premises liability incidents
• Dog bites and animal attacks
• Workplace and construction accidents
• Defective products and product liability
• Wrongful death claims

We also take on uncommon and complex cases, such as:

• Trampoline park and bounce house injuries
• Drone-related accidents and property damage
• Fitness and exercise equipment failures in gyms or hotels
• Chemical exposure at local plants or industrial sites
• Amusement ride and shopping mall accidents

By handling both common and unusual claims, the personal injury attorneys at The Patel Firm are prepared for virtually any scenario.

Where We Serve in San Antonio and Bexar County

We proudly serve injured clients throughout San Antonio, including Downtown, North Side, South Side, Helotes, Converse, Schertz, and surrounding communities.
Our attorneys are familiar with the area’s busiest and most dangerous roadways like the I-10/Loop 410 interchange, known for a high volume of collisions. We also work with clients injured in neighborhood accidents, at local businesses, and along major commuter routes such as I-35 and US-281.
Having local counsel matters. A San Antonio personal injury lawyer who knows the community, understands local courts, and has ties to area experts can give your case a stronger foundation.

What Should I Do Immediately After an Accident?

Your actions in the hours and days after an accident can make or break your claim.
Steps to take:

1. Seek medical attention immediately. Even if injuries seem minor, documentation is critical.
2. Report the incident to the police, property owner, or relevant authority.
3. Document the scene with photos, videos, and witness information.
4. Avoid giving statements to insurance adjusters without legal advice.
5. Call The Patel Firm as soon as possible to protect your rights.

Each of these steps protects both your health and the integrity of your claim. Skipping any of them can give insurance companies an excuse to undervalue or deny your case.

Do I Have a Case? Proving Negligence in Texas

In Texas, most personal injury cases are built on the legal concept of negligence. To win, you must show:

1. Duty of care – The other party had a responsibility to act reasonably.
2. Breach of duty – They failed to meet that responsibility.
3. Causation – Their actions caused your injury.
4. Damages – You suffered measurable losses.

For example, a driver who runs a red light and causes a crash has breached their duty of care. If that breach caused your injuries and financial losses, you likely have a case. Minesh Patel and his team work to prove each element with strong evidence, expert testimony, and clear arguments.

How Much Time Do I Have to File a Claim?

Texas law generally gives injury victims two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Certain cases, such as those involving government entities, may have shorter deadlines.
Missing these time limits can permanently bar you from recovering compensation. The safest choice is to contact a San Antonio personal injury attorney at The Patel Firm as soon as possible to preserve evidence and start building your case.

What Compensation Can I Get for My Injuries?

Compensation in a personal injury case can include:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish and emotional distress
• Loss of consortium or companionship
• In rare cases, punitive damages to punish egregious conduct

The value of your case depends on factors like the severity of your injuries, the impact on your daily life, and the strength of the evidence. Our attorneys work to ensure every loss is documented and fully valued.

Can I Afford a Personal Injury Lawyer?

Yes. The Patel Firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and no attorney’s fees unless we win your case.
This model levels the playing field, allowing injury victims to access quality legal representation without worrying about cost. Minesh Patel advances the costs of investigation, experts, and litigation, so your focus stays on recovery.

Our Process: How The Patel Firm Handles Your Case

Every case begins with a thorough consultation to understand your story. From there, we:

1. Investigate the accident, gather records, and consult experts.
2. Develop a legal strategy tailored to your facts and goals.
3. Negotiate with insurers for a fair settlement.
4. File suit if necessary and prepare for trial.
5. Advocate for you in court with precision and passion.

Client Testimonials 

“The entire staff is so efficient. I highly recommend The Patel Law firm! I’m hoping I never get in another accident but if I or any of my family members ever do then Patel is definitely getting a call from me! Thank you so very much to all the staff!” – Rose Ann G.

“Had an amazing experience with this law firm. Was very impressed and would highly recommend to anyone if you happen to fall into a time as I did. You will not be disappointed!” – Francisco R.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What if I was partly at fault?

Texas uses a modified comparative fault rule. If you’re less than 51% responsible, you can still recover damages, reduced by your percentage of fault.
Will I have to go to court?

Many cases settle, but some require trial. Minesh Patel prepares every case as if it will be tried, which often leads to better settlements.
Can I talk to insurance on my own?

It’s risky. Insurance adjusters look for ways to minimize payouts. Let your attorney handle communications.
What if the accident happened at UTSA or a mall?

Premises liability rules may apply. It’s important to act quickly to preserve evidence like surveillance footage.
Is a local firm better than a national advertiser?

Local attorneys know the courts, community, and juries, giving your case a personalized advantage.
How long will my case take?

It depends on complexity, injuries, and negotiations. Some cases resolve in months, others take longer if trial is necessary.
What if I posted details online?

Social media posts can be used against you. Avoid posting about your accident until your case is resolved.
What if the other party has no insurance?

Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage may help. We explore every possible source of recovery.

Contact The Patel Firm 

Contact The Patel Firm’s San Antonio office at 100 NE Interstate 410 Loop, Suite 1425, San Antonio, TX 78216, or call (210) 325-9990 to schedule your free case review.
We offer both in-person and virtual consultations, provide flexible scheduling to fit your needs, and deliver compassionate legal support from the moment you reach out.

Proving a San Antonio Personal Injury Case

A San Antonio personal injury case is going to be a civil action, and this is much different from a criminal case. Whereas a prosecutor for the state must prove a person’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, a very high standard to satisfy, in a criminal case, a person only needs to prove another party’s negligence by a preponderance of the evidence, which basically means more likely than not.

Most personal injury cases are negligence claims, which means a person will argue that another person did not do something they were supposed to do or took some other action that placed other people in jeopardy. The requirements involved in proving negligence in court are as follows:

• Duty of care — Another party had a legal duty to exercise a reasonable standard of care in performing any acts that might harm other people.
• Breach of duty — The party breached their duty of care by taking an inappropriate action.
• Causation — The party’s action caused an accident.
• Damages — The accident is causing financial problems for the victim.

Evidence in a personal injury case could be direct or circumstantial. Direct evidence is direct proof of a fact, while circumstantial evidence is indirect evidence that is proof of one or more facts from which one can find another fact.

A jury will consider both direct and circumstantial evidence because either one could be used to prove a fact. The law makes no distinction between the weight to be given to direct or circumstantial evidence, as it is for a jury to decide how much weight to give to any evidence.

Evidence may be documents, spoken words, or physical things, and the Texas Rules of Evidence govern acceptability of evidence in personal injury cases. The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code can also play a major role in evidence.

Damages in a San Antonio Personal Injury Case

People who suffer injuries or lose loved ones in accidents in San Antonio, Texas could be entitled to several different kinds of damages. Economic damages and noneconomic damages are the two most common kinds of awards.

Economic damages relate to a person’s actual losses while noneconomic damages are intangible types of losses that are more subjective. Economic damages can include:

• Past, present, and future medical bills
• Emergency room bills
• Lost wages
• Urgent care bills
• Property damage
• Physical therapy
• Follow-up doctor visits
• X-ray costs
• Diagnostic tests
• Physical therapy aids
• Blood tests
• Occupational therapy
• Mobility aids like crutches, braces, and wheelchairs
• Prescription costs
• Travel costs to medical appointments

Noneconomic damages could include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Mental anguish
• Loss of companionship, care, and guidance
• Loss of consortium
• Disfigurement
• Disability
• Physical impairment
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Embarrassment
• Humiliation

A third less kind of damages that is not as commonly awarded is punitive damages or exemplary damages. Under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 41.001(5), exemplary damages are defined as any damages awarded as a penalty or by way of punishment but not for compensatory purposes.

Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 41.008(b) further establishes that exemplary damages cannot be more than an amount equal to the greater of two times the amount of economic damages plus an amount equal to any noneconomic damages, up to $750,000, or $200,000. The law will not apply to exemplary damages based on conduct described as a felony in the sections of the Texas Penal Code when conduct was committed knowingly or intentionally and involved murder, capital murder, aggravated kidnapping, aggravated assault, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual, forgery, commercial bribery, misapplication of fiduciary property or property of financial institution, fraudulent securing of document execution, fraudulent destruction, removal, or concealment of writing, theft, continuous sexual abuse of young child or disabled individual, or trafficking of persons.

Compassionate and Experienced San Antonio Personal Injury Representation

The Patel Firm is a team of experienced personal injury attorneys in San Antonio who have been handling personal injury cases all over Texas for decades. Our firm has locations in Corpus Christi, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Waco, Plano, Laredo, and McAllen.

We make ourselves available to our clients 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Best of all, we will not charge you anything to handle your case because we will instead agree to deduct a predetermined percentage of your ultimate award, so you end up not paying anything at all if we do not win or settle your case.

Our firm’s founder, Minesh J. Patel, is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Rue Ratings’ Best Attorneys in America, and has been recognized as 40 best under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers Association. We handle every single case with empathy and compassion for the people we serve, so we never forget about you even when we are focusing on the laws that apply to your case.

Contact an Experienced San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyer Near You

Contact a top-rated San Antonio injury attorney near you for a Free Consultation. If you suffered catastrophic injuries or your loved one was killed in any kind of accident caused by another party’s negligence in the greater San Antonio area, you should make sure that you get competent legal help as soon as possible. The Patel Firm understands how confusing and stressful these situations can be for people, and we will help you work through every difficulty you are facing and will be able to make recommendations about proper care of your injuries so you are able to achieve the fullest possible recovery.

Our firm takes great pride in earning the trust of our clients and we are always pleased about how many of our cases are actually referrals from our previous clients. You can call 361-400-2036 or contact us online to receive a free consultation with our San Antonio personal injury attorney.

Our San Antonio Personal Injury Office Location

Patel Injury Lawyers
100 NE Interstate 410 Loop # 1425
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 325-9990
Open 24 Hours