We are Attorney911, The Manginello Law Firm, your Legal Emergency Lawyers™. We understand that facing a legal crisis, whether due to an injury or criminal accusation, can be one of the most frightening and overwhelming experiences in life. For the residents of Goliad County, Texas, we bring immediate, aggressive, and professional legal help, extending our commitment to justice across the entire state of Texas. Our firm stands as a beacon of trust and expertise, dedicated to protecting the injured and fighting for the rights of defendants, ensuring that no one stands alone in their legal battle.
Goliad County, with its deep historical roots, strong sense of community, and blend of agricultural and local businesses, is a vibrant part of South Texas. Its residents deserve legal representation that understands the unique fabric of their lives, their challenges, and their aspirations. While our physical offices are located in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, our reach and dedication extend to every corner of Goliad County, from the historic town of Goliad itself to the surrounding communities. We are intimately familiar with the legal landscape across Texas and are prepared to bring our comprehensive expertise directly to you, supported by our unwavering commitment to “FAST WINS” and a contingency fee basis where “we don’t get paid unless we win your case.”
Your Legal Allies in Goliad County: Understanding Attorney911’s Expertise
At Attorney911, we recognize that when a legal emergency strikes, you need more than just legal advice; you need a powerful advocate who understands the intricate workings of the law and the profound impact these events have on your life. Our approach is built on a foundation of aggressive representation, keen insight into the strategies of opposing counsel—especially large insurance companies—and a deep dedication to securing the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Our team, led by managing partner Ralph Manginello and associate attorney Lupe Peña, brings a formidable combination of experience, local knowledge, and specialized skills to every case. Ralph, a native of New York who grew up in the Memorial area of Houston, has been a practicing attorney since 1998. He founded his personal injury law firm in 2001, driven by a passion for helping people in their most vulnerable moments. His admission to the Texas State Bar, the New York State Bar Association, and the United States District Court, Southern District of Texas, underscores his extensive legal reach. With deep ties to the Houston legal community, including membership in the Houston Bar Association and the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA), Ralph’s expertise in complex litigation and criminal defense is both broad and profound. His involvement in the BP explosion litigation highlights our firm’s capability to tackle even the most challenging industrial claim cases.
Joining Ralph is Lupe Peña, a third-generation Texan who was born and raised in Sugar Land. Lupe brings a unique and invaluable perspective to our personal injury practice, having spent several years working in finance and, crucially, at a national defense firm. This experience provided him with firsthand knowledge of how large insurance companies value and defend against claims. His fluency in Spanish also allows us to effectively serve the diverse communities throughout Goliad County and wider Texas, ensuring clear communication and culturally sensitive representation. Together, Ralph and Lupe embody the aggressive, immediate, and professional legal assistance that defines Attorney911.
Navigating Personal Injury in Goliad County: Your Rights and Our Expertise
Goliad County, like any Texan community, experiences its share of accidents and unfortunate incidents. When these events lead to personal injury, the path to recovery and justice can be fraught with legal complexities. We offer comprehensive personal injury representation to individuals and families throughout Goliad County, covering a wide array of circumstances.
Car Accidents in Goliad County: Protecting Your Future on Texas Roads
Car accidents can happen in an instant, changing lives forever. Whether you’re involved in a collision on US-77, US-183, or a local road within Goliad, the aftermath often involves physical injury, emotional distress, and significant financial burdens. Insurance companies, driven by profit, often seek to minimize your compensation. We understand these tactics intimately.
Our firm is experienced in negotiating with insurance companies from a position of strength. We work with a broad network of experts, including medical care providers and accident reconstructionists, to meticulously build a strong case on your behalf. We will not hesitate to bring your case to trial if insurers refuse to make a fair settlement offer. We have a proven track record of success, handling numerous cases in court and securing favorable outcomes, including million-dollar settlements. For example, we secured a multi-million dollar settlement for a client whose leg injury from a car accident led to a partial amputation due to staff infections. This kind of dedicated advocacy ensures that even the most complex medical histories are thoroughly addressed.
We understand that car accidents can impact every aspect of your life. We meticulously pursue compensation for:
- Medical Expenses: Past, present, and future medical bills related to your injuries.
- Lost Wages: Income lost due to time off work for recovery, and future earning capacity if your injuries are long-term.
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical pain, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life.
- Property Damage: Costs associated with repairing or replacing your vehicle.
If you or a loved one in Goliad County has been injured in a car accident, we are here to provide immediate assistance. Your initial consultation with us is free, and remember, with our contingency fee basis, you owe us nothing unless we win your case.
18-Wheeler & Big Rig Accidents: Challenging Commercial Giants on I-37 and Beyond
The major highways crisscrossing Texas, including those near Goliad County like I-37, are vital arteries for commerce, often seeing heavy truck traffic. When an accident involves an 18-wheeler or big rig, the consequences are typically severe, resulting in significant injuries and property damage due to the sheer size and weight of these vehicles. These cases are inherently complex, often involving intricate layers of federal and state regulations, commercial insurance policies, and multiple responsible parties.
Our firm specializes in truck accident litigation. We possess an in-depth understanding of personal injury law, trucking and transportation law, and interstate commerce law – the essential tools for effectively representing individuals injured in commercial truck accidents. We bring in a diverse team of experts, including medical professionals and accident reconstructionists, to provide compelling testimony and opinions. Our meticulous evidence collection process includes obtaining and examining crucial documents such as truck maintenance records, drivers’ logs, cell phone records, and electronic logging device (ELD) data. This rigorous investigation has enabled us to build numerous successful cases against negligent truck drivers and their companies, recovering millions of dollars in compensation for injured individuals and families facing trucking-related wrongful death cases.
If you have been seriously injured in a trucking accident near Goliad County or have questions regarding medical bills, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and compensation for mobility issues and pain and suffering, our experienced team is ready to help.
Motorcycle Accidents: Advocating for Riders’ Rights
Motorcyclists enjoy the same rights on Goliad County’s roads as any other driver. However, when a negligent driver causes a collision, motorcyclists are inherently more vulnerable, often sustaining far more serious injuries. Drivers frequently claim they simply “didn’t see” a motorcycle, but the law requires all drivers to be aware of their surroundings and maintain control of their vehicles.
We are aggressive personal injury lawyers dedicated to protecting the rights of bikers injured in motorcycle accidents. We have extensive experience with the types of severe injuries commonly associated with these collisions, including:
- Road rash burns and related scarring
- Closed head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injuries
- Loss of a limb, such as a leg or foot
- Wrongful death
Our goal is to hold negligent drivers accountable and ensure injured motorcyclists and their families receive full and fair compensation. This includes not only property damage, lost income, and medical expenses but also future loss of wages, and compensation for pain and suffering.
Offshore Injuries & Maritime Law: Protecting Seamen and Oilfield Workers
The Gulf Coast, integral to the Texas economy, involves a robust maritime and offshore industry. For those working on Goliad County’s rivers, or out past the coastline on oil rigs, ships, or other vessels, unique dangers are inherent to the job. If you are a deckhand, first mate, captain, seaman, oilfield services worker, or rig hand and were injured on a ship, oil rig, or other offshore location, specific federal laws govern your rights.
Our firm has significant experience resolving offshore injury cases under crucial federal statutes like the Jones Act, the Death on the High Seas Act, and the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. We work with a vast network of specialized experts, including nurses, investigators, life care planners, accident reconstructionists, medical providers, economists, and safety experts, to build robust cases against insurance companies. We successfully secured a significant cash settlement for a client who injured his back lifting cargo on a ship, demonstrating our ability to uncover negligence and ensure fair compensation.
It is critical to contact an offshore accident attorney immediately after an injury. Before you consider settling directly with an employer or insurance company after an incident on a freighter, tug, tanker, rig, or barge, allow us to provide a free initial consultation to discuss your rights and protect your claim.
Workers’ Compensation & Construction Accidents: Safeguarding Goliad County’s Workforce
Goliad County’s economy relies on its hardworking individuals, from agricultural workers to those in local construction and services. When an injury occurs on the job, the workers’ compensation system is designed to provide protection. However, this system can be complex and, unfortunately, often unfair to the injured employee. We help injured workers navigate these intricate processes to successfully file claims and receive the compensation they are due.
Texas operates a unique workers’ compensation system, allowing some employers to “opt-out.” This means that if your employer does not subscribe, you might have additional legal avenues available to you, including pursuing a personal injury lawsuit against your employer, which is typically not allowed under traditional workers’ compensation.
Beyond workers’ compensation, construction sites can be particularly hazardous. While workers’ compensation covers many construction-related injuries, a crucial distinction exists: injured workers may also be able to bring personal injury claims against responsible third parties. Given the many different companies involved on an average construction site, it’s common for a third party—a subcontractor, equipment manufacturer, or another entity—to be responsible for the conditions that led to your injury. Our firm excels in investigating these circumstances. For example, we have experience with various construction accidents, including crane and forklift accidents, falls from heights, and scaffolding collapses, often stemming from third-party negligence.
We understand that additional compensation is possible with a third-party injury claim, going above and beyond your workers’ compensation benefits. Our multi-million dollar settlement for a client who suffered a brain injury and vision loss when a log was dropped on him at a logging company demonstrates our commitment to maximizing recovery for workplace injuries. If you’ve been injured on a job site in Goliad County, we can help determine who is truly at fault and pursue all available avenues for compensation.
Refinery & Plant Accidents: Holding Corporations Accountable
While Goliad County itself may not host large-scale refineries, its proximity to the vast industrial corridors of Texas means residents may work in or be affected by plant and refinery operations. Our firm has extensive experience handling refinery and plant accident personal injury cases. We are proud to be one of the few firms in Texas with direct involvement in the BP explosion litigation, a landmark case that exposed the devastating consequences of industrial negligence.
We firmly believe that individuals injured due to negligent cost-cutting or other careless actions at industrial facilities deserve both financial compensation and the assurance that negligent parties will be held responsible. Refinery and plant accident litigation is highly complex, often requiring specialized knowledge to challenge even the largest international industrial and refinery companies. We are equipped to provide immediate legal assistance and advocate powerfully for your rights if you have been injured in an on-the-job refinery or industrial accident.
Toxic Tort Claims: Seeking Justice for Exposure
Exposure to toxic chemicals, whether from water contamination, black mold, defective drugs, or other sources, can lead to devastating, long-term health consequences. If you or a loved one in Goliad County has suffered due to another party’s negligence or a defective product, you have the right to seek compensation through a “toxic tort” claim.
The most critical step in any toxic tort claim is ensuring you receive necessary medical care as soon as possible. We prioritize helping you on your road to recovery and then work diligently to maximize your compensation. We meticulously assess all immediate and future costs, losses, and expenses to ensure they are fully considered in your claim. We possess the expertise to handle both individual and class action toxic tort claims, understanding that the negative effects of toxic exposure can take years to develop, making the connection to a specific source of exposure challenging to prove.
Wrongful Death Claims: Compassionate Advocacy in Your Time of Loss
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is an unbearable tragedy. During such a difficult time, dealing with complex legal issues can feel overwhelming. We understand the emotional toll and stand ready to handle every aspect of your legal claim, allowing grieving families in Goliad County to focus on healing.
We rigorously investigate wrongful death cases, collaborating with economists and other experts to paint a clear picture of the financial impact of your loved one’s death. We consider every factor that impacts your settlement, including pain and suffering, the loss of your relationship, lost wages (past and future), and all other losses you have experienced. Whether the cause was a drunk driving accident, a motorcycle collision, an 18-wheeler truck accident, or medical malpractice, we diligently preserve evidence, identify witnesses, and maintain the integrity of the accident scene to build compelling cases.
Insurance Claims: Fighting for What’s Right
When you pay your insurance premiums, you expect your company to be there for you when disaster strikes. Unfortunately, insurance companies often prioritize their profits, seeking to minimize customer compensation when it’s time to pay on claims. Our firm, particularly with Lupe Peña’s invaluable background in insurance defense, possesses an insider’s understanding of these tactics.
We handle a range of insurance claims, from denials and underpayments for car accidents to property damage disputes and bad faith claims. We know how insurance companies value claims, how they attempt to use “independent medical exams” to reduce payouts, and their strategies for delaying cases to pressure policyholders. We are adept at challenging these practices and protecting your rights as a policyholder, ensuring you receive the full compensation you deserve.
Criminal Defense in Goliad County: Protecting Your Freedom and Future
Facing criminal accusations can be a terrifying experience, regardless of where you are in Goliad County. Your reputation, livelihood, and freedom are all on the line. At Attorney911, we provide aggressive and professional criminal defense for a wide range of charges, ensuring your constitutional rights are upheld at every turn. Ralph Manginello’s extensive experience, including his membership in the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association (HCCLA), highlights our firm’s deep commitment to providing robust criminal defense.
DWI/DUI Defense: Strategic Representation Against Serious Charges
A charge of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Goliad County carries severe consequences, including potential jail time, hefty fines, increased insurance premiums, and the loss of your driving privileges. Before you consider pleading guilty, it is imperative to discuss your case with us.
We have handled hundreds of DUI/DWI cases, employing a broad range of defense tactics to challenge the prosecution’s evidence. We work diligently to prevent the suspension of your driver’s license and can vigorously fight for your rights even if you refused a breath or blood test. Our investigative approach looks for weaknesses in the state’s case, as demonstrated by several successful outcomes:
- We secured the dismissal of charges for a client based on a breath test result, uncovering that a police department employee was not properly maintaining the breathalyzer machines.
- Another client, involved in a single-car accident, had their case dismissed on the day of trial because police failed to conduct breath or blood tests, and medical staff didn’t note intoxication.
- We also achieved a dismissal for a client whose DUI/DWI charge relied on a video field sobriety test, successfully arguing the client did not appear drunk in the video.
Our firm understands the nuances of Texas DWI law and is dedicated to defending your freedom and protecting your future.
Comprehensive Criminal Defense: Fighting for Your Rights
Beyond DWI, we offer comprehensive criminal defense against a full spectrum of charges across Goliad County. From drug crimes to assault, theft, and more serious allegations, we approach each case with meticulous investigation and aggressive defense strategies.
Drug Crimes: If you are facing drug charges, whether for possession, trafficking, or manufacturing of substances like marijuana, cocaine, crystal meth, or heroin, a conviction is not inevitable. We have successfully defended numerous individuals across Texas, including those facing severe penalties. For instance, in a recent case where a client faced 5 to 99 years in jail for drug possession, we arranged for deferred adjudication due to identified weaknesses in the police’s approach, ensuring our client faced no jail time and their charges would be dismissed upon adherence to court rules. Our strategies often involve challenging probable cause, illegal search and seizure, and other constitutional violations.
We handle a wide array of criminal defense cases including:
- Assault Crimes, including Family Violence and Child Abuse
- Driving with an Invalid License
- Elder Abuse
- Expunctions
- Firearms Offenses
- Fraud
- Hit and Run
- Homicide-Murder
- Internet Crimes
- Kidnapping
- Public Intoxication
- Sexual Assault
- Theft Crimes
- Vandalism
No matter the charge, our commitment to preserving your rights and securing the best possible outcome remains unwavering.
Our Core Commitment to Goliad County
Our firm, Attorney911, is built on a foundation of trust, expertise, and aggressive advocacy. For the residents of Goliad County, we offer more than just legal representation; we offer a partnership rooted in understanding and commitment.
- Immediate Help, Fast Wins: We recognize the urgency of legal emergencies. Our team is structured to provide immediate attention and work diligently towards swift, favorable resolutions.
- Contingency Fee Basis: We operate on a contingency fee basis for personal injury cases. This means you do not pay us any attorney fees unless we win your case. This commitment ensures that financial concerns do not prevent you from accessing high-quality legal representation.
- Proven Track Record: Our history includes numerous multi-million dollar settlements and significant case victories across personal injury and criminal defense. We don’t just promise; we deliver results.
- Insider Insurance Knowledge: Lupe Peña’s background as a former insurance defense attorney provides us with invaluable insight into how insurance companies operate, giving our clients a distinct advantage.
- Complex Litigation Specialists: From the BP explosion litigation to intricate maritime law and commercial trucking cases, we have the experience and resources to handle the most challenging legal battles.
- Deep Texas Roots: With offices in Houston, Austin, and Beaumont, and a statewide service area, we understand the local nuances of Texas law and its communities, including Goliad County.
- Bilingual Advantage: Lupe Peña’s fluency in Spanish ensures that language is never a barrier to effective communication and representation for our Hispanic clients.
Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
When a legal emergency strikes in Goliad County, you need powerful, professional, and immediate help. We are Attorney911, your Legal Emergency Lawyers™, ready to stand by your side. We invite you to contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your specific legal needs. We will listen to your story, evaluate your situation, and provide clear, honest advice on the best path forward.
Do not navigate these challenging times alone. Let our expertise, our proven track record, and our unwavering commitment to justice work for you. Reach out to us today.
SCHEDULE FREE CONSULTATION by calling 1-888-ATTY-911 (1-888-288-9911) or by visiting our website at attorney911.com. We are here for you, throughout Goliad County and across Texas.