Personal Injury Attorneys Serving Houston, Texas

When an accident happens on a Houston freeway, the legal picture is often more complex than it first appears. If a commercial vehicle is involved, you may be dealing with a trucking company, a shipper, a vehicle maintenance contractor, and multiple insurance policies simultaneously. If the other driver was working at the time of the crash, an employer may be liable. If road conditions or signage contributed to the accident, a government entity could be involved.

The most common types of motor vehicle accidents we handle for Houston clients include:

• Freeway and interstate crashes -- High-speed collisions on I-45, I-10, US-59, and the 610 Loop frequently produce serious and catastrophic injuries that require long-term medical care and represent a large share of our Houston caseload.
• 18-wheeler and commercial truck accidents -- Federal regulations govern hours of service, maintenance, and loading for commercial carriers, and violations of those regulations are powerful evidence of liability.
• Rideshare and delivery vehicle accidents -- Uber, Lyft, and commercial delivery drivers operate under unique insurance structures that affect how claims are pursued and what compensation is available.
• Motorcycle and bicycle accidents -- Smaller road users face disproportionate injury risk in Harris County's traffic, and these cases often involve disputes about right-of-way and visibility.
• Pedestrian accidents -- With dense urban traffic and inconsistent crosswalk conditions, pedestrian accidents in Houston result in serious injuries.

The investigation that follows a serious crash is where cases are won or lost. Our team acts quickly to gather evidence, identify all liable parties, and build a damages picture that accounts for the full scope of your losses.

Legal Counsel for Victims of Catastrophic Injury

A catastrophic injury changes a person's trajectory permanently. The treatment is long, the recovery is uncertain, and the financial consequences can exceed what most families could manage without legal intervention. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, severe burns, crush injuries, amputations, and permanent disability each present their own medical complexity and their own set of legal and economic challenges.

These cases require a different approach from a standard personal injury claim. The damages involved, including future medical expenses, lost lifetime earning capacity, the cost of ongoing personal care, home modifications, and assistive technology, must be carefully documented and aggressively pursued. At the same time, insurance carriers opposing these claims typically respond with proportionately more aggressive defense tactics.

Our attorneys understand what it takes to build and present a catastrophic injury case that holds up under pressure. We have the litigation resources to take these cases to trial and the record of success that encourages opponents to settle at full value before trial becomes necessary.

Legal Counsel for Other Serious Cases 

• Wrongful death -- Families who have lost a loved one due to negligence deserve more than condolences. Our attorneys work to hold responsible parties accountable and recover compensation for both the financial and personal dimensions of that loss.
• Premises liability -- Dangerous conditions on commercial properties, apartment complexes, or construction sites that cause serious injury may support a claim against the owner or occupier.
• Oil and gas litigation -- Houston is a center of the energy industry, and serious injuries arising from oilfield, refinery, or industrial operations require attorneys who understand both the legal and technical landscape.
• Commercial litigation -- Our firm represents business owners and individuals in complex civil disputes throughout the Houston metro area and beyond.

Ready to move forward? Call (361) 678-3233 or reach out through our online contact form to schedule a free consultation with a Houston personal injury attorney today.

Frequently Asked Questions 

The Other Driver's Insurance Already Offered Me a Settlement. Should I Accept?

Not before consulting with an attorney. Early settlement offers from opposing insurers are typically calculated to close a claim before the full scope of damages is known. Accepting prematurely can leave you responsible for medical bills and lost income that emerge after settlement. Our attorneys evaluate every offer against the full value of your damages and advise you on whether it represents fair compensation.

How Do I Know If I Have a Strong Personal Injury Case?

Several factors affect the strength of a claim: whether liability is clear, the severity of your injuries, the availability of evidence, the insurance coverage in play, and whether your damages are well-documented. A free consultation with one of our attorneys is the fastest way to get an honest read on where your case stands. We do not take cases we do not believe in, and we tell prospective clients the truth about their situation even when it is not what they hoped to hear.

How Are Damages Calculated in a Personal Injury Claim?

Damages in a Texas personal injury case fall into two broad categories: economic and non-economic. 

• Economic damages include measurable losses such as medical bills, future medical expenses, lost wages, and reduced earning capacity. 
• Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of companionship, and loss of enjoyment of life. 

In cases involving gross negligence, punitive damages may also be available. 

What Sets Your Firm Apart from Other Houston Personal Injury Attorneys?

Several things distinguish our approach. Three of our attorneys--Jim Cole, Rex L. Easley, Jr., and William L. Sciba, III--hold Board Certification from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. We are a family-led firm with over 70 years of practice, which means we bring institutional depth to every case without sacrificing the personal attention a boutique firm provides. And, because we have successfully recovered substantial settlements against major insurance carriers, including through complex appellate matters, the firms and insurers we go up against know we are prepared to litigate.