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El Paso's relentless border-city attorneys.

From I-10 across the city to the Border Highway, from the Westside to the Lower Valley — when negligence injures you in El Paso, we fight for what you're owed.

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El Paso Quick Facts

  • 22nd largest U.S. city; largest border city on the U.S.–Mexico border
  • Major roads: I-10, US-54, Loop 375 (Border Highway)
  • El Paso County District Courts handle local cases
  • Heavy international commercial truck traffic via Bridge of the Americas
  • Bilingual community — we work in Spanish and English
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From I-10 trucking corridor crashes and Loop 375 commuter wrecks to dangerous border-area incidents and US-54 collisions, Longhorn Law Firm represents injury victims throughout El Paso and El Paso County. El Paso's position at the US-Mexico border, combined with major freight corridors and rapid metro growth, creates dangerous road conditions across the region.

Why El Paso victims choose us

  • Bilingual case handling. Spanish and English communication throughout your case.
  • Border trucking experience. International commercial truck traffic from Mexico creates complex jurisdictional and insurance issues.
  • Fort Bliss military case familiarity. When military personnel are involved, additional considerations apply.
  • No fee unless we win.

Common El Paso accidents

I-10 Commercial Trucking Crashes

I-10 through El Paso is one of the country's busiest commercial trucking routes. Mexican and U.S. trucks, fatigue from long hauls, and high-speed traffic create catastrophic crash scenarios.

Border-Crossing Vehicle Accidents

Vehicles crossing the Bridge of the Americas and Ysleta-Zaragoza create unique cases involving Mexican drivers, Mexican insurance, and complex liability questions.

Loop 375 and Border Highway

High-speed crashes on these corridors are common and often serious.

Fort Bliss Area Crashes

With one of the largest military installations in the country, El Paso has substantial military-related traffic and unique scenarios involving Federal Tort Claims.

Texas law in El Paso

Statute of Limitations: 2 Years

International Cases

When the at-fault driver is from Mexico or carries Mexican insurance, additional jurisdictional complexity applies. We have experience with these cases.

Federal Tort Claims (Fort Bliss)

Crashes involving on-duty military personnel or federal employees fall under the Federal Tort Claims Act with its own notice requirements.

"El Paso cases often involve borders, military, or international trucking. The complications matter. We handle them."

If you've been hurt anywhere in El Paso or El Paso County, call us. The consultation is free, the conversation is confidential, and you'll talk to a real attorney. Get your free case review now.

What We Handle in El Paso

All injury cases — any neighborhood.

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Car Accidents
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Truck Crashes
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Motorcycle
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Pedestrian
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Slip & Fall
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Dog Bites
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Wrongful Death
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Workplace
Areas We Serve in & Around El Paso

All of El Paso County. And beyond.

We represent injury victims throughout the El Paso metro and surrounding communities.

Neighborhoods & Communities We Serve
Downtown · Westside · Upper Valley · Lower Valley · East Side · Northeast · Central · Mission Valley · Sunset Heights · Kern Place · Mountain View · Five Points · Cielo Vista · Eastlake · Horizon City · Socorro · San Elizario · Anthony · Canutillo · Vinton · Clint · Tornillo · Fabens · Sparks · Fort Bliss
Highways & Corridors

The roads where we fight your case.

Local knowledge matters. We know the highways, surface streets, and dangerous corridors where serious injury crashes happen here — and how each crash type plays out in negotiation and court.

I-10
Interstate 10 (East-West)
Major freight corridor connecting California to Florida via El Paso. Heavy commercial truck volume through downtown plus tourist/border traffic creates dangerous mix.
Loop 375
Loop 375 (Border Highway / Trans-Mountain)
El Paso's outer loop including the dramatic Trans-Mountain Highway through the Franklin Mountains. Higher-speed crashes plus mountain weather hazards.
US-54
US-54 (Patriot Freeway)
Major north-south corridor connecting downtown to Northeast El Paso and Fort Bliss. Heavy military/commuter traffic.
I-110
I-110 (Border Spur)
Short connector from I-10 to the international ports of entry. Heavy commercial truck volume to Mexican border crossings.
Mesa Street
Mesa Street (US-80 / SH-20)
Major east-west commercial corridor with heavy retail traffic and frequent left-turn collisions.
Montana Avenue
Montana Avenue (US-62/180)
Major route to Hueco Tanks and points east. Mix of urban commuter and rural truck traffic.
High-Risk Intersections

Where local crashes happen most.

These intersections come up over and over in our case files. If you were hit at one of them, that pattern itself can become evidence of foreseeable danger and contribute to your case.

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I-10 at US-54
Major freight convergence with chronic crash issues.
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Loop 375 at I-10 (East)
Heavy interchange with frequent merge-related crashes.
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I-10 at Sunland Park Drive
Border-area heavy commercial traffic intersection.
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Mesa Street at I-10
West El Paso heavy retail/commuter intersection.
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Montana at Loop 375
Northeast El Paso commercial corridor with frequent T-bones.
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Joe Battle Blvd at I-10
East El Paso growing-area intersection with significant crash growth.
Commercial Trucking

Where the 18-wheelers run through.

El Paso is a major border freight hub with massive truck volumes crossing into Mexico at the international ports of entry (Bridge of the Americas, Zaragoza, Ysleta). The I-10 corridor between El Paso and points east carries enormous commercial freight, and Loop 375 sees border-related commercial traffic constantly. Truck crashes in El Paso often involve cross-border carrier issues, federal regulations, and complex jurisdictional matters — requiring attorneys familiar with both Texas law and federal trucking regulations.

See Truck Accident Cases →
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Local Courts

Where we file your case.

El Paso County District Courts

500 E San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901

El Paso County operates multiple District Courts handling civil litigation. The courts are experienced with cross-border issues, trucking cases, and complex multi-defendant litigation. Most personal injury cases involving El Paso County residents or local accidents are filed downtown.

  • El Paso County Court at LawCases under $250,000
  • U.S. District Court — Western District of TexasFederal jurisdiction matters
  • Justice CourtsMinor disputes
El Paso County Pop
~870,000
Annual Traffic Crashes
25,000+
Border Crossings/Day
30,000+
Military Population
Significant (Fort Bliss)
Local Insurance Climate

The insurance landscape locally.

El Paso's insurance market reflects its border-city status — significant uninsured driver rates, complex commercial vehicle insurance involving cross-border carriers, and a high concentration of military families with various insurance arrangements. We handle the complex multi-policy situations that often arise in El Paso cases.

Local Facts & Figures

By the numbers.

El Paso County Pop
~870,000
Annual Traffic Crashes
25,000+
Border Crossings/Day
30,000+
Military Population
Significant (Fort Bliss)

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Local knowledge.

When we represent El Paso clients, we know the roads, courts, hospitals, and accident patterns specific to this market.

Major highways

I-10 (the only east-west interstate through the city), US-54, US-180, Loop 375 (Border Highway), SH-178 (Mesa Street)

Courts

El Paso County Civil District Courts and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, El Paso Division

Trauma & hospitals

University Medical Center (UMC, Level I trauma — only Level I in West Texas), The Hospitals of Providence (multiple campuses), Las Palmas Medical Center

Local context

El Paso's position on the US-Mexico border at the Bridge of the Americas and Ysleta crossings produces substantial commercial truck volume on I-10. El Paso County is 84% Hispanic — bilingual representation is essential.

Practice areas in El Paso.

Dedicated landing pages for the case types we handle most frequently in El Paso — each with local court, hospital, and procedural details specific to this market.

View all 12 practice areas →

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about personal injury cases in El Paso. Have a question not answered here? Call us anytime — no consultation fee.

01 Do I need a personal injury lawyer specifically in El Paso?
Not necessarily. Most personal injury work happens via phone, email, video calls, and document exchange — so the attorney doesn't need to be physically in El Paso. What matters is that they're licensed in Texas, familiar with El Paso County courts, and experienced in cases like yours. We represent clients throughout Texas and New Mexico, including El Paso, with the same dedication regardless of distance.
02 How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in El Paso?
You pay nothing upfront. We work on contingency — typically 33.33% of the recovery before a lawsuit is filed, 40% after litigation begins. Case expenses (expert witnesses, court filing fees, depositions) are separate and only paid from recovery. If we don't win, you owe nothing.
03 How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in El Paso?
Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, starting from the date of the accident. After 2 years, your claim is generally barred forever. But practically, you should act much sooner — evidence disappears within weeks (surveillance video, witness memories, vehicle data). Aim to consult an attorney within the first 30 days.
04 What kinds of cases do you handle in El Paso?
Car accidents, truck accidents (18-wheelers), motorcycle crashes, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall, dog bites, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries (TBI, spinal cord), workplace injuries, Uber/Lyft accidents, insurance bad faith claims, and negligent security cases. We handle the full range of Texas personal injury law.
05 Will an attorney personally handle my El Paso case?
Yes — one of our two attorneys (Shawn Barnett or Jeff Barnett) personally handles every case we accept. You won't be passed off to a junior associate or paralegal. We deliberately keep our caseload manageable so each client gets actual attorney attention.
06 What if my accident involves a commercial trucking company in El Paso?
Commercial trucking accidents typically involve Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations in addition to state personal injury law. We have experience with these cases including spoliation letters to preserve truck black box data, hours-of-service violations, and multi-party liability (driver, trucking company, broker, shipper).
07 Can I still recover compensation if I was partly at fault for my El Paso accident?
Yes — Texas uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar rule. As long as you were 50% or less at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 51%+ at fault, you cannot recover. This is why insurance companies aggressively try to shift blame to victims — to push you over the 51% threshold.
08 What should I do immediately after an accident in El Paso?
(1) Get to safety; (2) Call 911 even for seemingly minor accidents; (3) Get medical care within 24 hours, even if you feel okay; (4) Photograph everything; (5) Get witness contact info; (6) Don't give recorded statements to the other driver's insurance company; (7) Contact a personal injury attorney before signing anything. See our complete First 7 Days After an Accident guide for detailed day-by-day steps.