Frequently Asked Questions

At Mario Yague Law, personal injury cases work on a contingency fee basis, you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we win your case, typically taking 33-40% of the settlement. The initial consultation is completely free. This means injured clients can access top-tier legal representation without financial risk. Mario Yague Law has handled cases across El Paso and the surrounding Borderplex region since 2021.

After a car accident in Texas, take these critical steps: 1) Call 911 immediately to report the accident and get medical attention if needed. 2) Move to safety if possible without leaving the scene. 3) Document everything: take photos of vehicles, damage, license plates, road conditions, and your injuries. 4) Exchange information with other drivers, names, insurance, license numbers. 5) Get contact information from witnesses. 6) Do NOT admit fault or apologize. 7) Seek medical attention even if you feel fine, some injuries appear hours or days later. 8) Contact a personal injury attorney before talking to insurance companies. Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, so don't delay.

In Texas, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, according to Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Section 16.003. After 2 years, you typically lose the right to pursue compensation forever. There are limited exceptions for minors and cases involving government entities (which require notice within 6 months). Don’t wait until the deadline, important evidence can disappear and witnesses’ memories fade. Contact Mario Yague Law at (915) 400-1099 for a free consultation about your case.

Even though Texas requires drivers to carry liability insurance, approximately 13% of drivers are uninsured. If you're hit by an uninsured driver, you have options: 1) File a claim with your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage if you have it. 2) Sue the at-fault driver personally, though collecting may be difficult. 3) Make a claim through Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage on your policy if available. 4) If the driver fled, you may also pursue hit-and-run claims. Texas insurance law is complex; an experienced attorney can identify all available compensation sources. Mario Yague Law specializes in helping victims of uninsured driver accidents, call (915) 400-1099.

Yes, in nearly every criminal case in Texas, having an attorney is critical. Even seemingly minor charges (misdemeanors) can result in jail time, fines, permanent criminal records, loss of professional licenses, immigration consequences, and impact on employment and housing. A criminal defense attorney protects your constitutional rights, negotiates with prosecutors, challenges evidence, and represents you in court. Mario Yague Law provides aggressive criminal defense for felonies, misdemeanors, DWI, drug charges, assault, theft, and other charges in El Paso County. Free initial consultation: (915) 400-1099.

A DWI arrest in Texas triggers two separate legal processes: a criminal case AND an administrative driver’s license suspension. You have only 15 days from arrest to request a hearing to fight the license suspension, miss this deadline and your license is automatically suspended. Penalties for first-offense DWI include up to 180 days in jail, fines up to $2,000, license suspension up to 2 years, and mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device. Repeat offenders face felony charges. The breathalyzer or blood test can be challenged. Time is critical, contact Mario Yague Law at (915) 400-1099 immediately after a DWI arrest.

Texas uses the legal term 'conservatorship' instead of 'custody.' Courts presume both parents should be Joint Managing Conservators unless evidence shows one parent shouldn't have decision-making rights (history of abuse, neglect, etc.). The court determines: 1) Who has the right to designate the child's primary residence. 2) Decision-making rights (education, healthcare, religion). 3) Possession and access schedule (when each parent has the child). Texas has a Standard Possession Order, but parents can negotiate custom schedules. Courts always rule based on 'the best interest of the child.' Mario Yague Law represents parents in custody, divorce, and family law matters in El Paso County: (915) 400-1099.

Texas personal injury law allows recovery of several types of damages: 1) Economic damages: medical bills (past and future), lost wages, lost earning capacity, property damage, rehabilitation costs. 2) Non-economic damages: pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, disfigurement, loss of consortium. 3) Punitive damages (rare): awarded in cases of gross negligence or malice. Texas has caps on certain damages, medical malpractice non-economic damages are capped at $250,000 per provider. There is no cap on most other personal injury cases. The value of your case depends on injury severity, fault percentage, insurance coverage, and other factors. Mario Yague Law evaluates cases for free: (915) 400-1099.

Personal injury cases in El Paso typically take 6 months to 3 years to resolve. The timeline depends on: 1) Severity of injuries, settlements happen after maximum medical improvement. 2) Insurance company responsiveness. 3) Whether liability is disputed. 4) Whether the case settles or goes to trial. Most cases settle without trial (95%+ in Texas). Simple cases with clear liability and minor injuries may settle in 4-6 months. Complex cases with serious injuries, multiple parties, or disputed liability can take 1-3 years. Mario Yague Law works to resolve cases efficiently while maximizing client compensation. Free case evaluation: (915) 400-1099.

Yes, Mario Yague Law provides fully bilingual legal services in English and Spanish. Mario Yague himself is bilingual, and his team conducts consultations, court representation, legal document review, and client communication in both languages. Given El Paso's location on the U.S.-Mexico border and the large Spanish-speaking population in the Borderplex region, bilingual representation is essential for clear understanding of complex legal matters. Llámanos en español o inglés al (915) 400-1099.