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McAllen Personal Injury Lawyer

Dr. Louis Patino is a personal injury lawyer serving McAllen, Texas. With two decades in the medical profession, as a licensed chiropractor, Dr. Patino is uniquely qualified to advocate for injury victims.

If you’ve been hurt, Patino Law Firm, Injury Attorneys, can help you get the compensation you deserve. Call or message us now.

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Meet Dr. Louis Patino

Most personal injury lawyers take the doctor’s word for everything. They wait for the doctor to understand the medical information. That’s not how it works at Patino Law Firm.

Dr. Patino spent years as a practicing medical professional before he passed the bar exam. He pulls the medical records, like MRIs and X-rays. He reads them himself. He knows what questions to ask and where to dig deeper.

This single habit has repeatedly changed the value of his clients’ cases.

As a McAllen personal injury lawyer. Dr. Patino goes further. He’s taking new cases now. For your consultation, contact us now.

Case Study: We Got the Maximum

A driver ran a red light. They T-boned our client. The client was hospitalized with serious injuries. They had surgery.

The driver at fault drove an old, inexpensive car. He had the minimum insurance.

Two TV lawyers rejected the case. They saw the minimum insurance policy and didn’t think there was anything in it for them.

Dr. Patino was the personal injury lawyer the client needed. He investigated. Where could the compensation come from?

The lawsuit revealed that the man owned a business. He carried a USAA umbrella policy. The total available coverage was about $3 million.

The case settled for close to the full amount.

Law Firm Highlights

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Personal injury lawyer.

We represent victims, not insurance companies. Injured people and their families count on our team when the worst happens.

02

Contingency fees.

Nothing due unless you receive compensation. Our payment is based on the results we get for you.

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Nothing down.

Start your case today, with nothing down. Everyone can afford Patino Law Firm as their personal injury lawyer.

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Local difference.

We’re located in McAllen, Texas. We know the courts, how the juries operate and the local area.

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Expenses covered.

We can advance living expenses, with no interest, while your case is pending. That way, you don’t have to accept a settlement that’s too low or take out high-interest loans.

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Direct representation.

The TV law firms will pass your case off to an attorney you’ve never heard of. At Patino Law Firm, Dr. Patino will handle your case directly. You’ll know your entire legal team, personally.

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Free consultations.

There’s never a cost for a consultation. Call or message us now.

About Patino Law Firm

Louis Patino attended St. Edward’s University in Austin. Then, he joined the U.S. Army.

He served as a combat medic in the 10th Mountain Division. He treated field injuries. During his time, his interest grew in chiropractic studies. He enrolled in Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas. Later, he opened his own chiropractic clinic in Rio Grande City. It grew to eight locations across Texas.

In his practice, he saw how personal injuries affect victims. He saw how the injured need advocates. So, he attended Texas Southern University Law School.

After graduation, Dr. Patino returned to the Valley and built his law practice. Today, his practice focuses on personal injury victims who need compensation. He is proud to be the voice of his community.

“If I am going to do something, I’m going to do it right. I’m going to do it the way it’s supposed to be done. I’m not going to shortcut things.”

Dr. Louis Patino, McAllen attorney on his dedication to personal injury victims

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The Clinician Advantage

On major personal injury cases, we request the actual MRI and X-ray films. We don’t just rely on the radiologist’s report. When you choose Patino Law Firm, your lawyer is a trained medical professional. He reads films personally. Not many attorneys can do this.

Dr. Patino knows what questions to ask the radiologists.

Case Study: Not Just a Sprain

The radiologist said it was a sprain or strain of the cervical spine. But Dr. Patino flagged a ligament tear in the neck. He found partial tears in the shoulder.

The doctor agreed. They amended their report.

It drastically increased the case value.

We avoid settlement traps

Insurers often call within days. They offer small sums. Sometimes it’s only $1,000 for the whole case. Maybe it’s a few thousand dollars plus car repairs. This is a trap. They don’t want you to know what your case is worth.

When you have an attorney, these calls stop. Get a lawyer that evaluates the full case value. We know the insurance company tactics, and we make sure your settlement is fair.

Our Law Firm Specialist Practice Areas

Car Accidents

Workplace and Construction Injury Accidents

Truck Accidents

Wrongful Death Accidents

Car Accidents

Workplace and Construction Injury Accidents

Truck Accidents

Wrongful Death Accidents

We Speak English and Spanish!

It’s our goal to serve you in the best way for you. Dr. Patino is Vietnamese. He was adopted by Mexican parents. He learned Spanish from his patients in the Valley.

All our team members are bilingual. We can help you fill out paperwork.

Immigration status has nothing to do with it

Many of our clients are undocumented. Some cross back into Mexico for medical treatment.

You should know that immigration status has nothing to do with your crash. In 16 years of practice, citizenship or immigration status has never been an issue. You deserve fair compensation. That’s what we fight for at Patino Law Firm.

We put everything in writing: No fee unless the case is settled. Plus, we work with medical providers to discharge fees if there is no recovery. We can show you signed documents to ease your fears and make sure you’re comfortable with how it all works.

“They’re always surprised when Spanish words come out of my mouth.”

Dr. Louis Patino, McAllen attorney who speaks English and Spanish

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Understanding Personal Injury Claims – FAQs

A personal injury claim is a claim for legal compensation for an injury. When someone else causes an injury, usually by not being careful enough, they may be legally liable. A personal injury claim is the process to get compensation.

Most personal injury claims are based on accidents. They can be based on intentional harm, too. But most are based on negligence.

Negligence is a legal term that means someone wasn’t careful enough. A person or a party, like a business or company, can be responsible for a personal injury.

Here are some examples of personal injury claims:

Traffic violations. A driver turns on a red light. They cause a crash, with injuries.

Vehicle malfunctions. Inadequate maintenance or poor vehicle design leads to a crash.

Slip and fall. A business fails to fix a broken sidewalk. Someone falls and gets hurt.

Dog bite. A dog strays off a leash. It attacks someone walking nearby.

Drunk driving. Drunk driving victims may claim personal injury compensation, regardless of criminal charges.

Intentional harm. Assaulted or gun violence.

Structure dangers. The balcony railing is faulty. The owner doesn’t fix it. Someone falls.

Defective products. A product is poorly designed. It malfunctions.

Toxic exposure. A company fails to contain a toxic substance.

These are just a few examples. If you don’t see your case type here, you may still have a claim. Ask us for a consultation.

Most McAllen personal injury claims fall under Texas law. The claim may be filed in a Hidalgo County District Court or Hidalgo County Court at Law. There are also Justice of the Peace Courts for small claims.

The place to file the claim is usually where the injury occurs, but it may be where the business has its main office. There are several considerations when it comes to venue. Sometimes, defendants try to move the case to where it is more favorable to them. Dr. Patino knows this defense strategy, and he’s ready to fight for you.

You have two years to file a personal injury claim in McAllen, Texas. Miss the deadline by even one day and it’s impossible to fix. There are exceptions for malpractice and minors. Always contact us right away.

Many Texas personal injury claims are car accident claims. Texas requires minimal car insurance. Many drivers don’t even have it. Uninsured/underinsured coverage can help. Dr. Patino is honest with his clients about the likelihood of recovery.

Multiple parties can be at fault. Insurance companies try to take advantage of this, though. They use it to try to cut the payout to the victim. We fight back. We prove your right to compensation.

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What to Expect

First contact.

Let the ambulance come. Go to the hospital if you’re hurt at all. Contact us right away. Sometimes, we can meet you at the hospital. If it’s been days or weeks, still contact us as soon as possible.

Intake.

We can start your case from anywhere: The hospital, your home, the office, a coffee shop.

Treatment.

Medical care is the foundation. Medical care diagnoses injuries. Physical therapy, chiropractic and other treatments establish your course of care.

Real support.

Our law firm can help arrange medical care. Once, we advanced living expenses for two years for a client who couldn’t work while the case was pending.

Timeline.

Treatment usually lasts several months. Then, we send a demand letter. Many cases settle around the six-month mark without filing a legal claim. But we’re always ready to file your claim. We’ve taken cases all the way to trial. We’re ready for whatever your case needs.

Misconceptions.

 We’re always working on your case. Sometimes, that means establishing a pattern of care and waiting for your release from treatment. This is a quiet middle phase, but it’s very important. Rest assured, we’re always up to date and preparing for what’s next.

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Hire a Local McAllen Personal Injury Lawyer

Dr. Louis Patino is a McAllen personal injury lawyer, currently taking new cases. We invite you to contact us if you or a family member has been hurt. Call or message us now.

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