Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Lawyer in Lubbock, TX
For over 25 years, our firm has dedicated itself to advocating for individuals harmed by negligence in Lubbock, West Texas, and New Mexico. We specialize in personal injury law, handling complex cases such as commercial vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and nursing home litigation. Our contingency fee model ensures clients pay nothing unless we secure a settlement, removing financial barriers to justice. With a focus on personalized service, we treat every client as family, managing cases personally from intake to resolution. Our team combines deep local knowledge with extensive legal expertise, including a master's degree in financial planning to optimize client outcomes.As a Lubbock native and Texas Tech Law graduate, I bring both community ties and national legal standards to every case. We prioritize swift action to protect client rights against insurance companies seeking to minimize payouts. Our track record includes recovering compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. Transparency remains central to our practice, with free initial consultations and clear communication throughout the process. By maintaining a small, dedicated team, we ensure every client receives the attention and advocacy they deserve.
Services
Personal Injury Law
Medical Malpractice
Nursing Home Litigation
Wrongful Death Claims
Car Accident Cases
Truck Accident Representation
Industrial Accident Claims
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Construction Injury
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of personal injury law experience in West Texas
- Our contingency fee model ensures no payment unless we win your case
- Direct attorney access with personalized case management from start to finish
- Proven success negotiating with insurance companies for maximum settlements
- Combination of legal and financial planning expertise for comprehensive case strategy
What people say
Treated like family
Amazing lawyer and staff
Fights for client interests
Quick car repair assistance
Caring and dedicated professionals
Services
Personal Injury Law
Representing clients injured through negligence in car accidents, workplace incidents, and commercial vehicle collisions. We handle all case aspects from evidence collection to settlement negotiations, ensuring fair compensation for medical costs, lost income, and emotional trauma. Our contingency model removes financial risk for clients pursuing justice.
Medical Malpractice
Advocating for victims of surgical errors, misdiagnosis, and pharmaceutical mistakes. Our expertise covers birth injuries, emergency room errors, and long-term care complications. We work with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for additional treatments, chronic pain, and diminished quality of life caused by healthcare provider failures.
Nursing Home Litigation
Protecting seniors from physical abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation in care facilities. We investigate unexplained injuries, sudden health declines, and suspicious financial activity to hold facilities accountable. Our representation covers physical therapy costs, emotional distress, and punitive damages against negligent institutions.
Wrongful Death Claims
Supporting families who lost loved ones to negligence through comprehensive legal representation. We pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional suffering while holding responsible parties accountable. Our approach balances aggressive advocacy with compassionate support during difficult times.
Estate Planning
Creating wills and trusts to protect assets while minimizing tax burdens. We guide executors through probate processes and represent beneficiaries in estate disputes. Hourly billing ensures transparency while securing clients' legacies and family financial security through proper legal documentation.
People
Kyra K. Blankenship, P.C. Attorney At Law
Attorney & Founder
Lubbock native with 25+ years of personal injury experience. Texas Tech Law graduate and financial planning expert. Handles all case aspects personally while leading the firm's strategic direction.
Graciela Gomez
Case Manager
Senior legal assistant since 1991 with specialized expertise in personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Has managed cases for Kyra Blankenship since 2009.
Lana Stephenson
Litigation Clerk
Lubbock resident with 19 years administrative experience. Provides litigation support including discovery management and trial preparation since joining in 2018.
Gina Vasquez
Legal Specialist
Lubbock native with 5+ years legal administrative experience across multiple practice areas. Joined the firm in 2021 after working in diverse law environments.
Questions
Should I file a personal injury claim?
If your accident resulted from negligence, you likely have a claim. Contact us immediately to protect your rights and evaluate case merits with no upfront costs.
How long do I have to file a claim in Texas?
Most personal injury claims in Texas have a two-year statute of limitations from the incident date. Delaying reduces chances for optimal settlement outcomes.
Why do I need an attorney for my claim?
Insurance companies aim for minimal payouts. Our legal expertise ensures fair valuation of economic and non-economic damages you deserve through proper negotiation.
What damages can I recover?
Compensation may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and punitive damages for gross negligence or intentional misconduct.
Do I have to go to court?
Most cases settle out of court through negotiations. We prepare every case for trial to maximize settlement value while avoiding unnecessary litigation when possible.
How are legal fees structured?
All cases taken on contingency - you pay nothing unless we win. Case expenses come from settlement proceeds with zero out-of-pocket costs if no recovery occurs.
