Corpus Christi Personal Injury Lawyer

Locally Rooted. Nationally Respected. Proven Trial Lawyers.

For over 40 years, Hilliard Law has fought for victims and families across Corpus Christi and beyond in serious, high-stakes personal injury cases. Founded in 1985 and headquartered on Shoreline Boulevard, our firm is deeply rooted in this community and nationally respected for taking on powerful corporations and insurers.

We are not a volume settlement firm. We are Texas trial lawyers with the experience, resources, and resolve to litigate complex cases and win at trial when necessary. That reputation matters and it often changes how insurers value cases from the very beginning.

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury anywhere in Nueces County, we’re here to help you understand your rights and pursue full accountability.

Call (866) 927-3420 or contact us online to speak with a Corpus Christi personal injury attorney. Consultations are FREE and confidential.

Why Injured Clients in Corpus Christi Choose Hilliard Law

• Over 40 Years of Trial Experience – Founded in 1985, representing injured clients in Corpus Christi and nationwide.
• Locally Rooted, Nationally Respected – Headquartered in Corpus Christi with a national reputation for high-stakes litigation.
• Trial-First Approach – We prepare every case for trial, not quick settlement leverage.
• Elite Leadership – Founder Robert C. Hilliard holds dual board certifications in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law.
• Proven Results – Hundreds of millions recovered in verdicts and settlements against powerful defendants.

Proven Results in Complex Personal Injury Cases

Our results reflect our ability to take cases to trial and win against some of the nation’s most powerful defendants.

• $575 Million Settlement – GM Ignition Switch Litigation (National Lead Counsel)
• $310 Million Verdict – Orlando FreeFall wrongful death (Tyre Sampson case)
• $33 Million Verdict – Traumatic brain injury
• $30 Million Verdict – Fatal ATV accident involving defective design
• $21.5 Million Verdict – Distracted driving crash
• Multiple $50 Million+ Settlements – Catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases

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Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Corpus Christi

Hilliard Law represents clients in a wide range of serious personal injury and wrongful death cases. We focus on matters involving significant harm, complex liability, or defendants who refuse to take responsibility.

Our practice includes, but is not limited to:

• Motor vehicle accidents, including car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents 
• Catastrophic injury cases involving brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and burns
• Wrongful death claims on behalf of surviving families
• Workplace and industrial accidents involving third-party negligence
• Product liability claims involving defective or dangerous products
• Premises liability and negligent security cases
• Oilfield, maritime, and industrial injury cases

If your injury was caused by negligence and has had a serious impact on your life or livelihood, our attorneys can help evaluate your case and options.

How Hilliard Law Approaches Serious Personal Injury Cases

Hilliard Law is built for complex, high-stakes personal injury litigation. We take a trial-focused approach because serious injuries demand more than quick settlements and surface-level investigations.

From the outset, we develop cases with litigation in mind. This means identifying all responsible parties, preserving critical evidence, and working with qualified experts to fully understand how an injury occurred and how it will affect a client’s future. That preparation strengthens negotiations and ensures we are ready to go to trial when fair compensation is not offered.

What defines our approach:

• Trial-Ready Case Development – Every case is prepared as if it will be tried, which often changes how insurers and defendants respond.
• Direct, Client-Focused Representation – Clients work with experienced attorneys who provide clear guidance, honest assessments, and consistent communication throughout the case.

This approach allows us to pursue accountability effectively while giving clients the confidence that their case is being handled with care and purpose.

How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?

Texas law places strict limits on how long an injured person must pursue a personal injury claim. In most cases, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the injury. If a claim is not filed within that window, the right to recover compensation may be lost entirely.

There are important exceptions and nuances that can affect this deadline, including:

• Delayed discovery: In some cases, the statute of limitations may begin when an injury is discovered — or reasonably should have been discovered — rather than on the date of the incident.
• Claims involving government entities: Accidents involving city, county, or state entities often require formal notice within a much shorter time frame.
• Injuries to minors: Different rules may apply when the injured person is a child.

Because these deadlines are unforgiving and fact-specific, speaking with an experienced personal injury attorney early can be critical to protecting your claim.

Compensation in a Personal Injury Case

Personal injury compensation is meant to address the full impact an injury has on a person’s life, not just the bills that arrive in the weeks after an accident. The value of a claim depends on the severity of the injury, the long-term consequences, and how the harm affects a person’s ability to work, function, and enjoy life.

Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:

• Medical expenses – past treatment, ongoing care, rehabilitation, and future medical needs
• Lost income and earning capacity – time missed from work and long-term limitations on employment
• Pain and suffering – physical pain, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life
• Permanent impairment or disability – lasting physical or cognitive limitations
• Wrongful death damages – funeral costs, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship

In cases involving particularly reckless or egregious conduct, additional damages may be available. A trial-focused firm looks beyond short-term losses and evaluates how an injury will affect a client’s future.

How Fault and Liability Are Proven in Personal Injury Cases

Personal injury claims are built on evidence. To recover compensation, an injured person generally must show that another party owed a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused measurable harm as a result.

Establishing fault often involves:

• Investigating how the incident occurred – including accident reconstruction and scene analysis
• Identifying all responsible parties – drivers, employers, manufacturers, property owners, or others
• Preserving key evidence – documents, physical evidence, surveillance footage, and witness testimony
• Using expert testimony – medical professionals, engineers, or safety experts when needed

Texas follows a modified comparative fault system. If an injured person is partially responsible, compensation may be reduced and recovery may be barred entirely if they are found more than 50% at fault. This makes early investigation and careful case development especially important.

Speak With a Corpus Christi Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured due to negligence, you deserve experienced legal representation with the credibility to stand up to powerful defendants.

Call (866) 927-3420 or contact us online to schedule a FREE consultation with a Corpus Christi personal injury attorney at Hilliard Law. We proudly serve clients across Nueces County, Aransas County, Kleberg County, and San Patricio County, and beyond.

FAQ

Do All Personal Injury Cases Go to Trial?

No. Many personal injury cases resolve through settlement. That said, cases handled by firms that prepare for trial are often taken more seriously by insurers. If a fair resolution isn’t offered, having a trial-ready legal team matters.

What If the Insurance Company Has Already Made an Offer?