If you have been injured in an accident in Corpus Christi, one of the most important decisions you can make is choosing the right attorney to protect your rights. Whether your injuries occurred offshore, on a vessel, at the Port of Corpus Christi, in an 18-wheeler collision, or in a serious automobile accident, the steps you take immediately after an injury can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation.
At Gilman & Allison, LLP, our Corpus Christi injury attorneys represent individuals and families throughout South Texas who have been injured due to the negligence of others. We understand the financial, physical, and emotional challenges that follow a serious accident, and we work aggressively to help our clients pursue the compensation they deserve.
Common Injury Cases in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi is home to one of the busiest ports in the United States, major industrial facilities, offshore operations, commercial trucking routes, and growing residential communities. As a result, accidents can occur in many different settings.
Our attorneys handle cases involving:
- Maritime and offshore injuries
- Jones Act claims
- Longshore and harbor worker accidents
- Port of Corpus Christi accidents
- Commercial trucking and 18-wheeler collisions
- Car accidents
- Refinery and industrial accidents
- Premises liability claims
- Wrongful death cases
- Catastrophic injuries and burn injuries
Every case is unique, and determining liability often requires a detailed investigation of the accident, the responsible parties, and applicable state or federal laws.
Be Careful When Dealing with Insurance Companies
After an accident, insurance adjusters often contact injured individuals quickly. While they may seem helpful, their goal is generally to minimize the amount their company pays.
Before giving a recorded statement or accepting any settlement offer, it is important to understand the full extent of your injuries and your legal rights. Once a settlement is accepted, you may be unable to pursue additional compensation later—even if your injuries prove more serious than initially believed.
An experienced attorney can help evaluate your claim, preserve evidence, and communicate with insurance companies on your behalf.
Why Maritime Experience Matters in Corpus Christi
Many Corpus Christi injury cases involve maritime operations, vessels, offshore platforms, shipyards, terminals, and port facilities. These cases often involve specialized federal laws that differ significantly from standard personal injury claims.
The attorneys at Gilman & Allison bring real-world maritime experience to these cases. Before becoming lawyers, Douglas Gilman, Brent Allison, and Michael Prejean worked aboard commercial vessels and throughout the maritime industry. That firsthand industry knowledge provides valuable insight into vessel operations, maritime safety practices, and the unique challenges faced by seamen, longshore workers, pilots, and offshore personnel.
What Compensation May Be Available?
Depending on the circumstances of your case, compensation may be available for:
- Medical expenses
- Future medical treatment
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Physical impairment
- Disfigurement
- Wrongful death damages
The value of a claim depends on many factors, including the severity of the injury, the extent of medical treatment, and the impact the injury has on your daily life and future earning ability.
Contact a Corpus Christi Injury Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured in Corpus Christi or anywhere along the Texas Gulf Coast, it is important to act quickly. Evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories can fade, and legal deadlines may affect your rights.
Gilman & Allison, LLP represents injured individuals throughout Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Port Aransas, Rockport, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, Portland, Kingsville, and surrounding communities.
To discuss your case with an attorney, contact our Corpus Christi office today.
Gilman & Allison, LLP
Corpus Christi Office
802 N. Carancahua Street, Suite 1770
Corpus Christi, Texas 78401
Phone: (361) 357-8365
Houston Office
Phone: (713) 224-6622
Free Consultation | No Fee Unless We Recover Compensation