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Walters, Balido & Crain, L.L.P.

TX
3 documented cases

Note: The fee information below is based on Texas personal injury industry averages and has not been verified by Walters, Balido & Crain, L.L.P.. Contact the firm directly to confirm their specific fee structure.

Typical Contingency Fees

No Fee Unless You Win

Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and only pay if your case is successful.

Industry Average

33% - 40%

of the settlement or verdict

Common Structure

  • 33% – Pre-litigation settlement
  • 40% – If case goes to trial

Example: $100,000 Settlement

Settlement Amount$100,000
Attorney Fee (33%)- $33,000
Case Expenses (est.)- $2,000
You Receive$65,000

This is a simplified example. Actual amounts vary based on case complexity, medical liens, and other factors.

What's Typically Included

Free initial consultation – No charge to review your case
Case investigation – Gathering evidence and documentation
Negotiations – Handling all communication with insurance companies
Legal representation – All court filings and appearances if needed

Additional Costs to Ask About

Beyond attorney fees, there may be case expenses. Ask how these are handled:

Common Expenses

  • • Court filing fees
  • • Expert witness fees
  • • Medical record costs
  • • Deposition costs

Questions to Ask

  • • Are costs deducted before or after fees?
  • • Do I owe costs if we don't win?
  • • What's the estimated cost range?
  • • How are expenses documented?

Before You Sign

Make sure you understand these key points in your fee agreement:

1
The exact percentage fee and when it changes (pre-litigation vs. trial)
2
How case expenses are handled and whether you're responsible if you lose
3
What happens if you want to terminate the relationship
4
How the settlement amount is calculated (gross vs. net)

Note: Fee structures vary by firm. Contact Walters, Balido & Crain, L.L.P. directly to understand their specific fee arrangement and get all terms in writing before signing.

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