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March 28, 2026 24 min read
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What makes Gillespie County’s rolling Hill Country roads beautiful also makes them deadly.

One moment you’re driving US-290 toward Fredericksburg, admiring the wildflowers. The next, an 18-wheeler from the nearby oil patch drifts across the center line, or a tour bus carrying winery visitors fails to navigate a narrow curve, or a delivery van rushing toward Luckenbach misses a stop sign. In an instant, everything changes.

If you’re reading this after a crash in Gillespie County—whether on the main drag of Fredericksburg, out on FM 965, or anywhere along the winding highways that connect our communities to San Antonio and Austin—you’re likely facing medical bills, lost work, and phone calls from insurance adjusters who sound sympathetic but aren’t on your side.

We are Attorney911, the Manginello Law Firm, and we’ve spent 27 years fighting for injured victims across Texas. We’ve recovered over $50 million for families devastated by negligent drivers, and we’ve taken on the largest trucking companies, corporate delivery fleets, and insurance giants in the country—including the litigation surrounding the BP Texas City Refinery explosion that killed 15 workers and injured 170 more. Ralph Manginello, our managing partner, has been admitted to federal court in the Southern District of Texas since 1998, giving us the capability to handle complex, multi-jurisdictional cases that other firms simply cannot touch.

But here’s what makes us different from any other personal injury firm advertising in the Hill Country: Our associate attorney, Lupe Peña, spent years working as an insurance defense attorney at a national defense firm. He learned their playbook from the inside—how they use algorithms like Colossus to minimize your pain, how they select “independent” medical examiners who always find reasons to deny claims, and how they pressure victims to settle for pennies before they know the full extent of their injuries. Now, Lupe uses that classified intelligence to fight FOR you, not against you.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 right now. The consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win your case. But you need to act fast—evidence disappears within days, and the clock is already running on your legal rights.

The Reality of Motor Vehicle Accidents in Gillespie County

Gillespie County might feel like peaceful Hill Country, but the crash statistics tell a sobering story. According to TxDOT data, Texas experienced 4,150 traffic deaths in 2024—one fatality every 2 hours and 7 minutes. While Gillespie County’s rural nature means fewer total crashes than Harris or Dallas counties, rural crashes are statistically far more lethal. In fact, rural crashes in Texas are 2.66 times more likely to be fatal than urban accidents, largely due to higher speeds on two-lane highways like TX-16 and TX-87, longer emergency response times, and the prevalence of heavy truck traffic serving the oil fields and distribution centers that support our regional economy.

Failed to Control Speed caused 131,978 crashes across Texas in 2024—the number one contributing factor statewide. On Gillespie County’s FM roads and state highways, where speed limits can drop quickly from 70 to 55 around curves, this failure becomes catastrophic. Driver Inattention caused another 81,101 crashes statewide, and Changed Lane When Unsafe contributed to 50,287 accidents. On narrow Hill Country roads with limited shoulders and frequent tourist traffic unfamiliar with the terrain, these errors often result in head-on collisions or forced rollovers into ditches.

The trucking industry puts unique pressure on Gillespie County roads. With the Permian Basin activity to the west and constant freight movement between San Antonio, Austin, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, 18-wheelers share US-290 and US-87 with local commuters and winery tourists. In 2024, Texas saw 39,393 commercial vehicle accidents resulting in 608 fatalities. Those 608 deaths represent real families—in communities like Fredericksburg, Stonewall, and Harper—who never expected their loved one wouldn’t come home.

The “deadliest hour” in Texas is 2:00-2:59 AM on Sundays, when bars close and tired drivers combine with intoxicated ones. While Gillespie County has a strong German heritage and thriving tourism scene, TABC-licensed establishments along Main Street and near the wineries create potential dram shop liability that many victims don’t know exists. Under Texas Dram Shop law, if an establishment serves alcohol to an obviously intoxicated person who then causes a crash, that bar or restaurant can be held liable—adding a commercial insurance policy to the recovery stack beyond the driver’s personal coverage.

Why Insurance Companies Are Not Your Friends (And How We Know Their Secrets)

Within 24 hours of your crash—possibly while you’re still in the hospital at Hill Country Memorial or Methodist Hospital in nearby Kerrville—the at-fault driver’s insurance company has already assigned an adjuster. That adjuster’s sole job is to minimize what their company pays you. They’re trained to sound sympathetic. They’ll tell you they just need a quick recorded statement to “process your claim,” or they’ll offer $2,500 to “make this go away” before you’ve even had an MRI.

Lupe Peña knows these tactics because he used them. For years, he sat on the other side of the table, calculating reserve amounts and selecting “independent” medical examiners (IMEs) who earned $2,000-$5,000 per evaluation by concluding that injured victims were exaggerating. He knows that insurance companies use software called Colossus that assigns algorithmic values to your injuries—deliberately coding serious conditions like herniated discs as “soft tissue strains” to slash payouts by 50% or more.

Here are ten tactics they’ll deploy against you in Gillespie County, and how we stop them:

Tactic 1: The Quick Recorded Statement. They’ll call when you’re on pain medication, confused, and vulnerable. They’ll ask leading questions like “You’re feeling better though, right?” or “You could walk away from the scene, so it wasn’t that bad?” Every word gets transcribed and used to deny your claim. Once you hire us, all calls go through Attorney911. We become your voice.

Tactic 2: The Fast Settlement Offer. They might offer $3,000-$5,000 within days. The trap? Day 3 you sign a release for $5,000. Day 30, your doctor discovers a herniated disc requiring $100,000 surgery. That release is permanent. You pay the $100,000 out of pocket. We ensure you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) before considering any settlement.

Tactic 3: The “Independent” Medical Exam. They’ll send you to a doctor who makes a living finding injuries “pre-existing” or “not accident-related.” Lupe hired these doctors for years. We know which medical groups they favor in Central Texas, and we challenge their biased reports with independent experts who tell the truth.

Tactic 4: Delay and Financial Pressure. They have unlimited time. You have mounting bills from Enchanted Rock Medical Group or Hill Country Memorial. By month six, you might take $15,000 just to stop the creditor calls. We file lawsuits to force deadlines and keep pressure on their reserves.

Tactic 5: Surveillance and Social Media Monitoring. They’ll video you taking out your trash, then freeze-frame it to claim you’re “not really disabled.” Lupe’s insider quote: “They take innocent activity out of context. They ignore the ten minutes of struggle before that one frame.” We educate our clients on social media hygiene immediately.

Tactic 6: Comparative Fault Arguments. Texas uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar. If they can pin 51% fault on you, you recover nothing. We anticipate these arguments with accident reconstruction experts who know Gillespie County’s dangerous curves and limited sightlines.

Tactic 7: Medical Authorization Traps. They demand broad authorization to dig through your entire medical history from ten years ago, looking for any pre-existing condition. We limit authorizations to accident-related records only.

Tactic 8: Gap in Treatment Attacks. Miss one physical therapy appointment at ReQuest Physical Therapy in Fredericksburg due to transportation issues, and they’ll claim your injuries “weren’t serious.” We document every legitimate reason for scheduling challenges.

Tactic 9: Policy Limit Bluffs. They claim they only have $30,000 in coverage, hoping you don’t investigate umbrella policies, commercial layers, or other liable parties. We know the coverage structures and aren’t fooled by these bluffs.

Tactic 10: Independent Contractor Shields. If an Amazon van, FedEx truck, or oilfield water truck hits you, they’ll claim the driver was an “independent contractor” to shield the billion-dollar parent company. We know how to pierce these shields by proving the company controls routes, quotas, and equipment.

The Types of Accidents We Handle in Gillespie County

Gillespie County 18-Wheeler and Commercial Truck Accidents

The Hill Country is a critical transit corridor. US-290 connects Austin to Fredericksburg and continues toward Houston. US-87 runs north-south, carrying freight from San Antonio toward the Panhandle. Texas State Highway 16 cuts through the heart of the county, serving as a major route for oilfield traffic heading to and from the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale.

In 2024, Texas recorded 39,393 commercial vehicle accidents with 608 fatalities. The 97/3 Rule applies here: In two-vehicle crashes between passenger cars and large trucks, 97% of deaths occur to the occupants of the smaller vehicle. An 80,000-pound loaded tractor-trailer carries approximately 16.5 times more kinetic energy than a 4,000-pound sedan traveling at the same speed. At 65 mph, a truck needs approximately 525 feet to stop—nearly two football fields. On Gillespie County’s winding two-lane highways with limited shoulders, these physics create fatal scenarios.

Common commercial vehicle accidents in our area include:

Jackknife Accidents: When a truck’s trailer swings perpendicular to the cab, often due to improper braking on curves like those near Willow City or inadequate tire maintenance. FMCSA regulations require pre-trip brake inspections under 49 CFR § 396.13. When these fail, we prove negligence through maintenance records.

Underride Collisions: The deadliest truck accidents, occurring when a car slides under the trailer. Despite federal requirements for rear underride guards (49 CFR § 393.86), many trailers have inadequate or worn guards, and side underride guards remain optional. These accidents often result in decapitation or traumatic brain injuries.

Oilfield Truck Accidents: The Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale produce massive truck traffic through Gillespie County. Water trucks hauling produced water, sand haulers for fracking operations, and crude oil tankers create unique hazards. These trucks often operate on Farm-to-Market roads not designed for 80,000-pound loads. Driver fatigue is rampant—FMCSA Hours of Service regulations limit driving to 11 hours maximum, but oilfield exemptions and company pressure often push drivers beyond safe limits.

Cargo Spills: When a logging truck, flatbed carrying construction equipment, or tanker loses its load on US-290 or TX-16, the debris creates multi-vehicle pileups. Under 49 CFR §§ 393.100-136, cargo must be secured to withstand specific force factors. Violations create strict liability.

We preserve critical evidence immediately: Electronic Logging Device (ELD) data showing hours of service violations, Event Data Recorder (EDR) “black box” data capturing speed and braking, Driver Qualification Files revealing inadequate background checks, and maintenance records showing deferred brake repairs. This data can be overwritten within 30-180 days. Our spoliation letters send legal holds within 24 hours.

Rear-End Collisions

Failed to Control Speed caused 131,978 Texas crashes in 2024. Following Too Closely caused another 21,048. On Gillespie County’s US-290, where traffic slows abruptly for Fredericksburg’s Main Street or for tour buses entering wineries, rear-end collisions are common and heavily weighted toward driver error.

The “hidden injury” risk is substantial. Many victims walk away from rear-end crashes feeling “just shook up,” only to develop herniated discs at C5-C6 or L4-L5 weeks later. What starts as a $15,000 soft tissue case can become a $346,000-$1,205,000 case once surgical intervention is required. Insurance companies know this—that’s why they push for quick settlements before MRIs reveal the damage.

We recently handled a case where a client suffered leg injuries in a rear-end collision. Staff infections during treatment led to partial amputation. What the insurer initially dismissed as a “minor injury” settled for multiple millions. Every case is unique, and past results do not guarantee future outcomes—but we document everything to prove the full chain of causation.

T-Bone and Intersection Accidents

Failed to Yield Right-of-Way at stop signs caused 31,693 Texas crashes in 2024. Disregarding traffic signals caused another 20,963. At intersections like TX-16 and US-290, or the busy crossings near Fredericksburg’s retail district, these accidents cause devastating side-impact injuries.

The physics are brutal: Side-impact airbags deploy in milliseconds, but the structure of most vehicles offers limited protection against direct intrusion. T-bone accidents frequently cause traumatic brain injuries, pelvic fractures, and spinal cord damage.

Under Texas law, running a red light or stop sign creates “negligence per se”—automatic liability. However, insurance companies still fight these claims by arguing the victim had the “last clear chance” to avoid the accident or was speeding. We defeat these arguments with traffic camera footage, black box data, and witness testimony.

Drunk Driving and Dram Shop Cases

Texas saw 1,053 alcohol-related traffic deaths in 2024—one every 8.3 hours. The peak danger time is 2:00-2:59 AM on Sundays, when bars close under TABC regulations. While Gillespie County maintains a family-friendly atmosphere, the winery tourism industry and restaurants along Main Street create potential for overservice.

Under Texas Dram Shop Act (Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code § 2.02), establishments that serve alcohol to obviously intoxicated patrons can be held liable for resulting crashes. Signs of obvious intoxication include slurred speech, unsteady gait, and aggressive behavior. We obtain surveillance footage, bar tabs, and server testimony—evidence that auto-deletes within 7-30 days if not preserved.

Punitive damages apply in DUI cases, and under Texas law, if the underlying act is a felony (Intoxication Assault or Intoxication Manslaughter), there is NO CAP on punitive damages. This can transform a $300,000 case into a multi-million dollar recovery.

Rideshare Accidents (Uber/Lyft)

Uber and Lyft operate throughout the Hill Country, transporting tourists between wineries, Frederenburg hotels, and San Antonio. These cases create complex insurance scenarios governed by three distinct “periods”:

  • Period 0 (Offline): Driver’s personal insurance only ($30,000/$60,000 minimums)
  • Period 1 (App On, No Ride): Contingent coverage of $50,000/$100,000
  • Periods 2-3 (En Route or Transporting): $1,000,000 commercial policy

Many victims don’t realize that if they’re hit by a rideshare driver who hasn’t accepted a ride yet, the $1M policy isn’t active—and the driver’s personal insurer may deny coverage as “commercial use excluded.” We determine exact app status through digital forensics and demand the appropriate coverage.

Motorcycle Accidents

With the scenic Hill Country roads attracting riders from across Texas, Gillespie County sees significant motorcycle traffic—particularly during events like the Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest or spring wildflower seasons. In 2024, 585 motorcyclists died on Texas roads, with 42% of fatal motorcycle crashes involving a car turning left in front of the bike—the “classic” motorcycle accident scenario.

Texas applies comparative negligence, and insurance companies exploit jury bias against motorcyclists. We counter this by emphasizing the rider’s training, protective gear, and lawful operation, while proving the car driver failed to see the motorcycle due to distraction or failure to check blind spots.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents

Pedestrians represent only 1% of Texas crashes but 19% of all traffic deaths—a 28.8 times higher fatality rate than car-to-car collisions. In 2024, 768 pedestrians died statewide, with 75% of fatalities occurring between 6 PM and 6 AM. Dark, unlighted roads are 4.4 times more likely to host fatal crashes.

Gillespie County’s tourist areas, limited sidewalks along US-290, and rural roads without street lighting create dangerous conditions for pedestrians. Critical legal point: Many victims don’t know their own auto insurance UM/UIM coverage protects them as pedestrians. This is often the primary recovery source in hit-and-run cases, which account for 25% of pedestrian deaths.

Single-Vehicle and Run-Off-Road Accidents

Failed to Drive in a Single Lane caused 42,588 Texas crashes in 2024—the deadliest contributing factor with 800 fatalities. On Gillespie County’s winding ranch roads and FM highways, drivers often overcorrect and roll over, or strike fixed objects like oak trees or cattle guards.

These cases aren’t always “driver error.” Defective roadway design (missing guardrails, inadequate signage), vehicle defects (tire blowouts, steering failures), or “phantom vehicles” forcing drivers off the road create liability against government entities under the Texas Tort Claims Act or manufacturers under product liability law.

Texas Legal Framework: Your Rights After a Gillespie County Accident

Statute of Limitations: Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code § 16.003, you have exactly two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit. Miss this deadline, and your case is barred forever—regardless of how severe your injuries or how clear the liability.

Modified Comparative Negligence (51% Bar): Texas allows recovery only if you are 50% or less at fault. A jury finding you 51% responsible results in zero recovery. Even 25% fault on a $400,000 case costs you $100,000. We fight aggressively to prove the defendant’s sole liability.

Stowers Doctrine: This powerful tool allows us to make settlement demands within policy limits. If the insurer unreasonably refuses, they become liable for the entire verdict—even amounts exceeding the policy. This is particularly effective in clear-liability rear-end and DUI cases.

Punitive Damages: Available for fraud, malice, or gross negligence—such as drunk driving, extreme speeding (100+ mph), or trucking companies knowingly violating Hours of Service regulations. For felony-level DWI cases, there is no statutory cap on punitive awards.

The Damages You Can Recover

Economic damages in Texas have no cap. You are entitled to:

  • Past and future medical expenses (ER visits, surgery, rehabilitation at facilities like Hill Country Memorial or Outpatient Surgery Center of Fredericksburg, long-term care)
  • Lost wages and loss of earning capacity (if you can no longer perform your job at Das Peach Haus, Fredericksburg Unified School District, or local hospitality venues)
  • Property damage
  • Out-of-pocket expenses (transportation to San Antonio for specialist care, home modifications)

Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, mental anguish, physical impairment, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. For wrongful death claims, surviving spouses, children, and parents can recover for loss of companionship, guidance, and financial support.

Medical Knowledge: What Your Injuries Mean

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Even “mild” concussions can cause post-concussive syndrome affecting 10-15% of victims. Symptoms may include memory problems, personality changes, and sleep disturbances. We ensure neurologists document these invisible injuries.

Spinal Cord Injury: Complete or partial paralysis carries lifetime costs of $2.5 million to $13 million depending on severity. We retain life care planners to calculate every future expense.

Herniated Discs: Often require epidural steroid injections ($3,000-$6,000 each) or spinal fusion surgery ($50,000-$120,000). Conservative treatment costs $22,000-$46,000, while surgical cases range $346,000-$1,205,000 in total settlement value.

Psychological Injuries: 32-45% of motor vehicle accident victims develop PTSD. Nightmares, driving anxiety, and depression are compensable damages, not “just stress.”

The 48-Hour Evidence Protocol

Evidence deteriorates immediately:

  • Days 1-7: Witness memories fade, skid marks wash away, Ring doorbell footage deletes (7-30 day cycle)
  • Days 30-180: ELD data overwrites, black box data purges, surveillance footage at gas stations along US-290 cycles out

When you call 1-888-ATTY-911, we immediately:

  1. Send preservation letters to all parties (trucking companies, bars, municipalities)
  2. Secure black box downloads before they disappear
  3. Obtain police reports from Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office or Texas DPS
  4. Document scene conditions and vehicle damage
  5. Intercept insurance company contact attempts

Why Gillespie County Victims Choose Attorney911

Ralph Manginello’s 27-Year Track Record: Admitted to practice in 1998, inducted into the Cheshire Academy Hall of Fame, member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and one of the few Texas attorneys involved in the BP Texas City Refinery explosion litigation—a $2.1 billion case against a multinational corporation. We currently represent a University of Houston student in a $10 million hazing lawsuit generating national media coverage (KHOU, ABC13, Houston Chronicle).

Lupe Peña’s Insurance Defense Insider Knowledge: Former national defense firm attorney who calculated claim reserves and hired IME doctors. Now he uses that intelligence to maximize your recovery.

Federal Court Experience: Ralph is admitted to the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, and both he and Lupe can handle complex litigation against out-of-state corporate defendants.

Local Presence: While our principal offices are in Houston (1177 West Loop S), Austin (316 West 12th Street), and Beaumont, we serve Gillespie County clients remotely and travel to Fredericksburg for client meetings, depositions, and court proceedings.

Spanish Language Services: Lupe is fluent in Spanish, and staff members like Zulema provide translation services. As client Celia Dominguez noted: “Especially Miss Zulema, who is always very kind and always translates.”

Cases Others Reject: We regularly take over cases dropped by other firms. As client Greg Garcia stated: “In the beginning I had another attorney but he dropped my case although Mangiello law firm were able to help me out.” CON3531 added: “They took over my case from another lawyer and got to working on my case.”

Proven Results:

  • “Multi-million dollar settlement for client who suffered brain injury with vision loss when log dropped on him at logging company”
  • “In a recent case, our client’s leg was injured in a car accident. Staff infections during treatment led to a partial amputation. This case settled in the millions”
  • “At Attorney911, our personal injury attorneys have helped numerous injured individuals and families facing trucking-related wrongful death cases recover millions of dollars in compensation”
  • “In a recent case, our client injured his back while lifting cargo on a ship. Our investigation revealed that he should have been assisted in this duty, and we were able to reach a significant cash settlement”

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do immediately after a car accident in Gillespie County?
Call 911, seek medical attention at Hill Country Memorial or the nearest ER (yes, even if you feel fine—adrenaline masks injuries), document the scene with photos, exchange information, and call 1-888-ATTY-911 before speaking to any insurance company.

Should I talk to the other driver’s insurance?
No. They will use anything you say against you. Refer all calls to Attorney911.

How long do I have to file a lawsuit in Texas?
Two years from the date of the accident. Do not wait.

What if I was partially at fault?
Under Texas’s 51% bar rule, you can recover if you are 50% or less at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. We fight to prove the defendant’s sole responsibility.

Who pays my medical bills after a truck accident on US-290?
The trucking company’s insurer (minimum $750,000 under federal law), potentially the cargo shipper, and your own UM/UIM coverage if the truck is underinsured.

Does my car insurance cover me if I’m hit as a pedestrian in Fredericksburg?
Yes. Your Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage protects you as a pedestrian, cyclist, or passenger—not just as a driver.

Can I sue Amazon if a delivery driver hit me in Gillespie County?
Possibly. While Amazon claims drivers are “independent contractors,” we investigate whether Amazon controlled routes, quotas, and monitoring systems. Recent courts have pierced this contractor shield.

What is a Stowers demand?
A settlement offer within policy limits that, if unreasonably refused, makes the insurer liable for the entire verdict. We use this leverage in clear-liability cases.

How much is my case worth?
It depends on injury severity, medical costs, lost wages, and insurance coverage. Soft tissue cases average $15,000-$60,000, while surgical spinal cases range $346,000-$1,205,000. Catastrophic cases exceed these ranges significantly.

Do you handle cases in Spanish?
Yes. Hablamos Español. Lupe Peña is fluent, and our staff includes bilingual case managers.

What if evidence has already disappeared?
Call us immediately. We can sometimes recover data from secondary sources, and we ensure no further evidence is lost.

Can I afford a lawyer?
Yes. We work on contingency—33.33% before trial, 40% if trial is necessary. You pay nothing upfront. As client Kiwii Potato said: “This place feels like having a family over your case… That’s how you know you’re in good hands.”

Will my case go to trial?
Most settle, but we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies offer better settlements when they know you’re ready to go to court—and with federal court admission and 27 years of experience, Ralph Manginello is always ready.

What if the other driver was uninsured?
Approximately 14% of Texas drivers are uninsured. Your UM/UIM coverage is the primary recovery source. We can also investigate Dram Shop liability if alcohol was involved.

How do I know if I have a brain injury?
Symptoms include headaches, memory problems, mood changes, and sleep disturbances. Go to the ER immediately—then call 1-888-ATTY-911.

Can undocumented immigrants file claims?
Yes. Immigration status does not affect your right to compensation in Texas. We protect your confidentiality.

What if I already hired another lawyer but I’m unhappy?
You can switch at any time. As client Donald Wilcox shared: “One company said they would not accept my case. Then I got a call from Manginello… I got a call to come pick up this handsome check.”

Is there a difference between a regular car accident lawyer and a trucking accident lawyer?
Absolutely. Trucking cases require knowledge of FMCSA regulations, ELD data, spoliation letters, and corporate liability structures. Ask any prospective lawyer to explain 49 CFR Part 395 (Hours of Service). If they can’t, keep looking.

What happens to my medical bills while we wait for settlement?
We can help arrange lien-based treatment where providers agree to wait for payment from the settlement, or we can negotiate with providers to reduce balances. Leonor and our case management team, praised by clients like Stephanie Hernandez—”She took all the weight of my worries off my shoulders”—handle these negotiations.

How long will my case take?
Straightforward cases with clear liability may resolve in 6-12 months once treatment concludes. Complex trucking litigation or catastrophic injury cases may take 18-36 months. We push for resolution as fast as possible without sacrificing value.

The insurance adjuster says I don’t need a lawyer. Is that true?
Their job is to pay you as little as possible. Our job is to ensure you receive full compensation. As Dean Jones noted: “Best lawyers in the city… fast return..and they really care about their clients.”

Call Attorney911: 1-888-ATTY-911

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motor vehicle accident in Fredericksburg, Stonewall, Harper, or anywhere in Gillespie County, don’t let the insurance companies dictate your future. Ralph Manginello and Lupe Peña have the experience, the insider knowledge, and the dedication to fight for the compensation you deserve.

The consultation is free. You pay nothing unless we win. But evidence disappears daily, and the statute of limitations clock is ticking.

Call 1-888-ATTY-911 now. Legal Emergency Lawyers™—because your recovery can’t wait.

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The Manginello Law Firm, PLLC | Attorney911 | 1177 West Loop S, Suite 1600, Houston, TX 77027 | Austin | Beaumont

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