We are Attorney911, the Legal Emergency Lawyers™, and our mission is to provide immediate, aggressive, and professional help to individuals facing life-altering legal challenges across North America. With a foundation built on over two decades of dedicated service, our firm, The Manginello Law Firm, has become a trusted name for those in urgent need of expert legal representation. We protect the injured and fight for the rights of defendants, ensuring that every client receives the specialized attention and powerful advocacy they deserve.
Our commitment to justice is unwavering, and our unique approach stems from deep insight into the strategies of opposing counsel, particularly large insurance corporations. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a legal emergency can take, and we are here to navigate the complexities on your behalf. Whether you are grappling with the aftermath of a severe accident, confronting criminal charges, or facing complex litigation, we stand ready to serve as your staunch advocates.
We operate on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases, upholding our promise: “We don’t get paid unless we win your case.” This commitment allows us to align our success directly with yours, removing financial barriers so you can access top-tier legal representation without upfront costs. While our physical offices are strategically located in Texas, our expertise and reach extend throughout North America, allowing us to assist clients with complex legal needs on a broader scale. Our urgency messaging, “Immediate help. FAST WINS,” reflects our dedication to securing timely and favorable outcomes for our clients.
Our Core Philosophy: Justice in a Legal Emergency
At Attorney911, we believe that when a legal emergency strikes, you need more than just legal advice—you need immediate, aggressive, and professional intervention. This fundamental belief drives every action we take, from the moment you contact us for a free consultation to the final resolution of your case. Our comprehensive approach is designed to tackle the most challenging legal scenarios, ensuring that your rights are protected and your voice is heard.
We recognize that many legal emergencies involve formidable opponents, often large corporations or insurance companies with vast resources. Our unique advantage lies in our insider knowledge, particularly regarding how these entities operate and value claims. This perspective allows us to anticipate their moves, counter their tactics, and build exceptionally strong cases designed to maximize your compensation or secure the best possible defense. We are not just lawyers; we are strategists, investigators, and relentless advocates dedicated to achieving justice for you.
Who We Are: The Faces Behind Attorney911
Our strength comes from the diverse expertise and unwavering dedication of our legal team. Each attorney brings a wealth of experience, a deep understanding of the law, and a genuine passion for helping people.
Ralph Manginello: Managing Partner, A Legacy of Advocacy
As the founder and Managing Partner of Attorney911, Ralph Manginello brings over two decades of legal experience to every case. A native New Yorker who moved to Texas at age five, Ralph cultivated deep roots in Houston’s Memorial area. He attended Hunters Creek Elementary, Awty International School, and Memorial High School, later graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Journalism before earning his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston.
Ralph’s journey into law was driven by a profound passion for helping people. He founded his own personal injury law firm in 2001, which evolved into Attorney911, with the vision of ensuring that individuals suffering from legal emergencies receive immediate, aggressive, and professional help from trusted counsel.
His extensive credentials include admission to the Texas State Bar (1998) and the New York State Bar Association, as well as the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas. Ralph’s professional affiliations, such as the Houston Bar Association and the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA), underscore his deep involvement in the legal community and his elite capabilities in criminal defense, notably in federal courts for complex litigation. His involvement in significant cases, including the BP Texas City explosion litigation, further highlights his capacity for handling high-stakes, intricate legal battles.
Away from the courtroom, Ralph enjoys spending time with his family—his wife, Kelly Hunsicker, and their children, RJ, Maverick, and Mia. His personal interests include basketball, golf, running, working out, and the beach, reflecting a balanced commitment to both his family and personal well-being. Ralph’s upcoming induction into the Cheshire Academy Hall of Fame in 2021 also recognizes his athletic and academic achievements, including being the starting point guard for the 1989 New England Prep School championship team.
Our clients benefit from Ralph’s comprehensive experience and his personal motivation to fight for what is right, ensuring that each case is approached with dedication and a formidable legal strategy.
Lupe Peña: Associate Attorney, The Insider Advantage
Lupe Peña, an Associate Attorney at Attorney911, offers a unique and invaluable perspective to our clients, particularly in personal injury claims. A third-generation Texan, born and raised in Sugar Land, Lupe’s roots are tied to the historic King Ranch, grounding him deeply in the state’s heritage. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Saint Mary’s University in San Antonio, earning a B.B.A. in International Business. After several years in finance, he transitioned to law, receiving his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law Houston.
Licensed in Texas since 2012, Lupe’s career path includes several years at a national defense firm, where he gained firsthand knowledge of how large insurance companies operate, strategize, and value claims. This insider perspective is a tremendous asset to our clients, enabling us to anticipate defense tactics, expose inconsistencies, and build stronger cases. Since transitioning to the plaintiff’s side, Lupe has recovered millions for his clients across a range of cases, including wrongful death, dram shop, trucking accidents, and car crashes.
Lupe is fluent in Spanish, which allows him to effectively serve and communicate with our diverse Hispanic clientele, ensuring that language is never a barrier to justice. He lives in the Sugar Land area with his family and, like Ralph, enjoys spending time with them and on the golf course.
Lupe’s clients consistently praise his dedication and skill. As he aptly states, he is “willing to outwork, outsmart, and outfight the other side,” bringing a “unique and practical skill set to every case.” His commitment to keeping clients informed at every stage ensures transparency and builds trust, making him a powerful advocate for those seeking justice.
Our Comprehensive Practice Areas: Specialized Legal Support Across North America
At Attorney911, we cover a broad spectrum of legal needs, focusing on personal injury and criminal defense. Our experience in complex litigation allows us to handle challenging cases that demand a high level of expertise and a proven track record.
Personal Injury Law: Advocating for the Injured
We represent victims in a wide array of personal injury cases, fighting relentlessly to secure maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.
1. Car Accidents: Taking on Insurance Goliaths
Car accidents can be devastating, and dealing with insurance companies can feel like a battle uphill. These companies often prioritize their profits over your recovery, minimizing payouts whenever possible. We bring years of experience negotiating with insurers from a position of strength. We work with a vast network of experts, including medical specialists and accident reconstructionists, to meticulously build your case. Our readiness to take cases to trial ensures that if insurers refuse to make a fair settlement offer, we are prepared to fight aggressively in court. We have successfully litigated numerous cases, securing substantial recoveries, including multi-million dollar settlements. For instance, we secured a multi-million-dollar settlement for a client whose leg injury from a car accident led to a partial amputation due to infection during treatment.
2. 18-Wheeler & Big Rig Accidents: Navigating Complex Commercial Law
Accidents involving 18-wheelers and other commercial trucks are often catastrophic, leading to severe injuries and complex legal challenges. These cases require an attorney deeply versed in personal injury, trucking, and interstate commerce law to ensure maximum compensation. Our team has a proven track record, including recovering millions for families in trucking-related wrongful death cases. We meticulously gather crucial evidence such as truck maintenance records, driving logs, cell phone records, and employment histories. Our network of experts, including medical providers and accident reconstructionists, helps us build an unassailable case to address concerns like medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
3. Motorcycle Accidents: Protecting Riders’ Rights
Motorcyclists often face unfair biases on the road, yet they have equal rights. When negligent drivers fail to see motorcycles, the resulting injuries can be severe, ranging from road rash and scarring to traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and limb loss. We aggressively pursue full and fair compensation for property damage, lost income, medical expenses, and pain and suffering, holding negligent drivers accountable.
4. Offshore Injuries & Maritime Law: Expert Advocacy for Seamen
For deckhands, captains, oilfield service workers, and other offshore personnel injured on vessels or rigs, specialized legal knowledge is crucial. We handle complex maritime injury cases under legal frameworks such as the Jones Act, the Death on the High Seas Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. Our team collaborates with nurses, investigators, life care planners, and safety experts to build powerful cases. For example, we achieved a significant cash settlement for a client who suffered a back injury while lifting cargo, proving he lacked necessary assistance. We urge offshore workers to contact us immediately for a free consultation before settling with employers or insurance companies.
5. Workers’ Compensation: Navigating the System for Injured Workers
The workers’ compensation system, while designed to protect injured employees, can be complex and often challenging to navigate, making experienced legal counsel indispensable. We ensure injured workers receive their rightful benefits and defend against claim refusals. Our firm has recovered millions for workplace injuries, including a multi-million-dollar settlement for a client who suffered a brain injury with vision loss after a logging accident. Our guidance helps clients understand their rights, report injuries promptly, and seek necessary medical treatment.
6. Construction Accidents: Beyond Workers’ Compensation
Construction sites are inherently dangerous, and while workers’ compensation provides a safety net, injured workers can often seek additional compensation through third-party claims. Many construction accidents, from crane failures to scaffolding collapses or falls from heights, involve negligence by parties other than the employer or co-workers. We investigate thoroughly to determine who was truly at fault, pursuing personal injury claims against responsible third parties to secure compensation above and beyond workers’ compensation benefits.
7. Refinery & Plant Accidents: Holding Corporations Accountable
Our firm has extensive experience with refinery and plant accident personal injury cases. We are proud to have been one of the few firms in Texas involved in the BP Texas City explosion litigation, a testament to our capability in handling large-scale industrial disasters. We believe that negligent cost-cutting measures by manufacturing plants, industrial facilities, and chemical or oil refineries often lead to severe injuries or fatalities. We provide immediate legal assistance against even the largest international industrial and refinery companies, ensuring victims receive financial compensation and hold negligent parties accountable.
8. Toxic Tort Claims: Seeking Justice for Exposure Victims
Exposure to toxic chemicals can lead to serious, long-term injuries and disabilities. Whether due to another party’s negligence or a defective product, victims of toxic exposure have the right to seek compensation through toxic tort claims. These complex cases, involving water contamination, black mold, defective drugs, or chemical exposure, often present challenges in proving causation due to latent effects. We manage both individual and class action toxic tort claims, prioritizing immediate medical care and meticulously assessing all present and future costs, losses, and expenses to maximize compensation.
9. Wrongful Death Claims: Compassionate Advocacy for Grieving Families
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is tragic and overwhelming. Our attorneys handle all legal aspects of wrongful death claims with compassion, allowing grieving families to focus on healing. Working with economists and other experts, we calculate the full financial impact, including pain and suffering, loss of relationship, and lost wages. Whether the cause is a drunk driving accident, a motorcycle collision, an 18-wheeler crash, or medical malpractice, we urge families to act quickly to preserve crucial evidence and protect the integrity of the scene.
Criminal Defense: Protecting Rights and Futures
Facing criminal charges can be a terrifying experience, but with Attorney911 by your side, you have a powerful defense. We approach every criminal case with a deep understanding of legal strategy and an unwavering commitment to protecting your rights.
1. DWI/DUI Defense: Hundreds of Cases, Proven Strategies
A DWI or DUI charge can have severe consequences, impacting your license, finances, and future. We have successfully handled hundreds of these cases, employing a broad range of defense tactics designed to prevent license suspension and challenge charges, even if you refused a breath test. Our meticulous investigations often uncover critical flaws in the prosecution’s case. For example, we secured a dismissal in a breath test case by demonstrating improper breathalyzer maintenance and achieved another dismissal on the day of trial when police failed to conduct proper tests or record essential details after a rollover accident. In another instance, a video field sobriety test, often considered damning evidence, led to a dismissal for our client because his appearance didn’t suggest intoxication.
2. Comprehensive Criminal Defense: Fighting for Your Freedom
From drug charges to assault, our firm provides comprehensive criminal defense services. If you are facing drug charges, we aggressively fight to protect your rights, challenging probable cause, illegal search and seizure, and other constitutional violations. We have successfully defended against charges of drug possession (including marijuana, cocaine, crystal meth, heroin, and ecstasy), drug trafficking, and manufacturing. In one notable case, where a client faced 5 to 99 years for drugs found during a warrantless entry, we successfully secured deferred adjudication, leading to dismissal of charges without jail time if court rules were followed.
Our expertise extends to a full range of criminal offenses, including:
- Animal Cruelty
- Assault Crimes (including family violence, child abuse, domestic violence)
- Driving with an Invalid License
- Elder Abuse
- Expunctions
- Extortion
- Fake I.D. or False Impersonation
- Firearms Offenses
- Fraud
- Hit and Run
- Homicide-Murder
- Internet Crimes
- Kidnapping
- Possession of a Controlled Substance or Dangerous Drug
- Public Intoxication
- Sexual Assault
- Theft Crimes
- Vandalism
We offer a free initial consultation for all criminal defense matters, providing you with the opportunity to discuss your case and understand your options without obligation.
Proven Results: A Track Record of Success
Our firm’s commitment to aggressive, professional advocacy has resulted in significant victories and multi-million dollar settlements for our clients. These outcomes underscore our ability to handle complex and high-stakes legal challenges effectively.
Multi-Million Dollar Settlements and Recoveries:
- Logging Accident: We secured a multi-million-dollar settlement for a client who sustained a brain injury with vision loss after a log was dropped on him at a logging company.
- Car Accident/Amputation: A client’s leg injury from a car accident led to infection and partial amputation. Our firm achieved a multi-million-dollar settlement in this case.
- Trucking Wrongful Death: Our personal injury attorneys have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for numerous individuals and families facing trucking-related wrongful death cases.
- Maritime Injury: For a client who injured his back while lifting cargo on a ship without proper assistance, we were able to reach a significant cash settlement.
Significant Case Victories:
- BP Explosion Litigation: Attorney911 was one of the few firms in Texas involved in the landmark BP Texas City explosion litigation, showcasing our proficiency in complex industrial disaster cases.
- Drug Charges: We successfully negotiated deferred adjudication for a client facing 5-99 years in jail for drug offenses, leading to the dismissal of charges upon completion of court-mandated conditions.
Specific Case Outcomes:
- DWI Dismissals: We have secured multiple DWI dismissals, including cases where breathalyzer machines were improperly maintained, police failed to conduct proper tests or record essential details, and a video field sobriety test did not conclusively show intoxication.
- Maritime Case: A significant settlement was obtained for a back injury sustained during cargo lifting due to lack of assistance.
- Workers’ Compensation Case: A multi-million-dollar settlement was achieved for a brain injury resulting from a logging accident.
These results are a testament to our firm’s dedication, expertise, and strategic approach to every case we undertake.
Serving North America: Our Reach and Focus
While our physical offices are based in Texas, our expertise and capacity for complex litigation allow us to serve clients with significant legal needs throughout North America. We understand that legal emergencies can arise anywhere, and our firm is equipped to provide high-level advocacy irrespective of physical location. Our capability to handle federal cases and engage with large international corporations ensures that we can effectively
represent individuals and businesses across the continent. We represent clients throughout North America, bringing our “Immediate help. FAST WINS” approach to your legal emergency.
Legal Frameworks and Regulatory Expertise:
Our legal acumen is grounded in a deep understanding of both federal and state laws relevant to our practice areas.
A. Federal Law Experience:
- Jones Act: We actively litigate maritime injury claims for seamen.
- Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act: We represent dock and harbor workers in their compensation claims.
- Death on the High Seas Act: Our firm handles maritime wrongful death claims.
- Federal Criminal Procedure: Our attorneys are experienced in federal court procedures, particularly in the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas.
B. Insurance Law Expertise:
Lupe Peña’s invaluable experience working for national defense firms provides us with unparalleled insight into commercial insurance policies, including those covering semi-trucks and 18-wheelers. We understand how insurance companies value claims, their common tactics for denying or underpaying, and how to effectively counter these strategies. This insider knowledge is a significant advantage for our clients in securing fair compensation.
Our Network and Resources: Building Strong Cases
To deliver the highest level of legal representation, we leverage an extensive network of professional experts and robust evidence collection capabilities.
Professional Experts Utilized:
Our team collaborates with a wide array of specialists to build comprehensive and compelling cases. These experts include:
- Nurses and Medical Care Providers: To assess and document injuries and long-term care needs.
- Investigators: For thorough fact-finding and evidence gathering.
- Life Care Planners: To project future medical and personal care costs.
- Accident Reconstructionists: To analyze accident scenes and determine fault.
- Economists: To calculate lost wages, earning capacity, and other economic damages.
- Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists: To evaluate the impact of injuries on employment capabilities.
- Safety Experts: To identify regulatory violations and negligence in industrial and workplace accidents.
Evidence Collection Capabilities:
Our meticulous approach to evidence collection is critical for building strong cases. We routinely obtain and analyze:
- Truck maintenance records
- Driving records and logs
- Cell phone records
- Employment records
- Medical records
- Scene investigation and preservation data
- Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data
- Driver qualification files
This comprehensive evidence gathering ensures that no detail is overlooked, strengthening our clients’ positions in negotiations and in court.
Why Choose Attorney911: Our Unmatched Advantages
When you face a legal emergency, the choice of your legal representation can profoundly impact the outcome. Attorney911 offers distinct advantages that set us apart:
1. Insurance Industry Insider Knowledge:
Our Associate Attorney, Lupe Peña, spent several years working for a national defense firm. This invaluable experience provides us with a profound understanding of insurance company tactics, including how they value claims, set reserves, utilize Independent Medical Exams (IMEs), and employ delay strategies to pressure claimants. This insider perspective allows us to anticipate their moves and counter their efforts effectively, ensuring our clients receive the compensation they deserve.
2. Complex Litigation Experience:
Our firm has a proven track record in handling highly complex legal cases. This includes our involvement in the BP Texas City explosion litigation, our extensive work in maritime law (Jones Act, Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Death on the High Seas Act), and our specialization in commercial trucking accidents. Our federal court practice and expertise in refinery and plant accident cases further demonstrate our capacity for tackling intricate legal battles.
3. Texas-Specific Geographic Mastery (Local Context for North America Clients):
While our physical offices are in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, Texas, our deep understanding of the regulatory landscapes and industrial realities that often generate complex litigation in Texas provides a formidable base of knowledge applicable to many industrial and maritime cases across North America. We leverage this hyper-local expertise to advise clients facing similar issues, understanding the intricacies of accident hotspots, industrial corridors, and the specific laws that govern them when cases touch upon or originate from these areas. For instance, our knowledge of the Port of Houston, the second-largest in the U.S. by tonnage, informs our strategies for maritime incidents that may have parallels in other North American ports.
4. Bilingual Capability:
Lupe Peña’s fluency in Spanish allows us to effectively serve a broad demographic, ensuring clear communication and culturally sensitive representation for our Hispanic clients across North America.
5. Proven Results Track Record:
Our firm has a consistent history of securing multi-million dollar settlements for personal injury victims and achieving criminal dismissals for defendants. Our numerous victories in complex litigation cases underscore our commitment to aggressive and effective advocacy.
Client Education and Support: Empowering You Through Knowledge
We believe that informed clients are empowered clients. Our commitment to client education is reflected in our active blog and YouTube channel, where we provide valuable insights into various legal topics. This includes practical guides, explanations of legal processes, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Featured Blog Articles:
Our blog covers critical topics that impact our clients, such as:
- “Can an insurance company refuse to pay a claim?”
- “The Victim’s Guide to Car Crash Compensation”
- “What to Expect During a Car Accident Deposition”
These articles provide essential information, helping you understand your rights and the legal journey ahead.
Our YouTube Channel: “Attorney911” for Your Legal Questions:
Our official YouTube channel (@Manginellolawfirm) is a comprehensive resource featuring videos that explain complex legal concepts in an accessible way. Topics covered include:
- Personal Injury Education: What qualifies as a personal injury, how pain and suffering are valued, understanding comparative negligence, what determines the worth of your case, and the personal injury claim process.
- UM/UIM & Car Accidents: Guidance on what to do after a car crash, how to make an accident report, and understanding Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist coverage.
- Medical & Post-Accident Steps: Essential actions after an accident, choosing your doctor, and using your cellphone to document a legal case.
- Client Communication & Proactivity: Why active communication with your lawyer is crucial, the importance of regular updates, and common client mistakes that can jeopardize a case.
- Maritime & Workers’ Comp: The role of an offshore accident lawyer and pursuing claims if an employer denies workers’ compensation.
- Criminal Defense: Explanations of probable cause, how to get probation, and expungement for petty theft.
- Firm Story & Mediation: Insights into how The Manginello Law Firm started and the benefits of legal representation during mediation.
These videos are designed to educate and empower you, ensuring you are well-informed at every step of your legal journey.
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When a legal emergency strikes, you need immediate, aggressive, and professional help. We are Attorney911, the Legal Emergency Lawyers™, and we are dedicated to protecting your rights and fighting for the justice you deserve.
From severe personal injuries to complex criminal charges, we have the experience, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to advocate for you. Our “no win, no fee” contingency arrangement for personal injury cases means you owe us nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
We believe in empowering our clients with knowledge. Here are answers to some common questions, drawn from our extensive experience and educational resources:
Q: What exactly counts as a “personal injury”?
A: A personal injury is harm to your body or mind caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing. Common examples include incidents involving cars, 18-wheelers, motorcycles, construction sites, refineries, offshore/maritime operations, and toxic exposures. We handle these cases on a contingency basis and build claims with experts, preparing for trial if insurers refuse fair settlements. Source: What Exactly Is a Personal Injury?
Q: How is pain and suffering valued?
A: Pain and suffering are non-economic damages. Their value is proven with medical evidence that demonstrates treatment timelines, limitations in daily living, emotional impact, and credible testimony. At Attorney911, we pair medical records with expert support to illustrate the full human impact of your injuries. Source: What Is Fair Compensation for Pain and Suffering?
Q: What if I’m partially at fault (comparative negligence)?
A: Your compensation can be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, under Texas’ 51% bar rule, if you are found to be 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover any damages. Evidence like photos, witnesses, accident logs, and vehicle data is critical to ensuring fault is fairly apportioned. Source: What Is Comparative Negligence?
Q: Will my personal injury case go to trial?
A: Most personal injury cases are resolved through settlement, but a trial becomes necessary when liability or the value of damages is heavily disputed. Our firm’s readiness for trial—through expert testimonies, depositions, and exhibits—significantly enhances our leverage during settlement negotiations and protects outcomes if a trial becomes inevitable. Source: Will Your Personal Injury Case Go to Trial? What You Need to Know
Q: What should I know after a car crash?
A: After a car crash, it’s crucial to seek immediate medical attention, call the police to file an official report, gather evidence (photos, witness info), notify your insurance company, and avoid giving recorded statements without first consulting an attorney. For serious incidents like those involving big rigs, early action to preserve evidence and discover policy limits is especially vital. Source: The Victim’s Guide to Car Crash Compensation
Q: What does an offshore accident lawyer do?
A: An offshore accident lawyer investigates incidents on vessels or rigs, applying specific legal frameworks such as the Jones Act, Death on the High Seas Act, or Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. They work to secure maintenance and cure, lost wages, and pursue negligent operators with expert testimony, protecting the rights of seamen and other maritime workers. Source: What Does an Offshore Accident Lawyer Do?
Q: What is “probable cause” in criminal cases?
A: Probable cause is the legal standard that police officers must meet to make an arrest or obtain a search warrant. If probable cause is weak or absent, it can lead to motions to suppress evidence or dismiss charges, forming a key part of our defense strategy. Source: The Defendant’s Guide to Probable Cause
Q: Can I get probation?
A: Eligibility for probation depends on the nature of the charge, your criminal history, and jurisdictional guidelines. Our attorneys carefully evaluate all options, such as deferred adjudication and negotiated pleas, to minimize jail time and secure the best possible outcome for your criminal case. Source: How Can I Get Probation?