Car Accident Lawyers in Texas

Find Accident and Injury Lawyers in Texas

Texas has some of the busiest highways in the country and a massive industrial workforce, which means accident and injury claims here span everything from interstate truck collisions to oilfield explosions. The state also follows its own set of liability rules that directly affect how much compensation you can recover. Knowing those rules before you file a claim gives you a real advantage.

Texas Injury Laws

Texas sets a two-year statute of limitations on most personal injury and wrongful death claims. That clock starts ticking from the date of the accident or, in wrongful death cases, the date of death. Miss that deadline and the court will almost certainly throw out your case.

Texas uses a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar. If you are found to be 51% or more at fault for your own injury, you recover nothing. If your share of fault is 50% or less, your compensation gets reduced by that percentage.

There are no caps on economic or non-economic damages in most accident cases. However, medical malpractice claims are capped at $250,000 per defendant for non-economic damages under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 74.

When to Contact a Lawyer in Texas

• You were seriously hurt in a car or truck accident and the insurance company is offering a fast, low settlement.
• You suffered a workplace injury, especially on a construction site or oil rig, and your employer lacks workers' compensation coverage — Texas does not require it.
• A family member died due to someone else's negligence, and you need to file a wrongful death claim within the two-year window.
• You were injured in a slip and fall on commercial property and the property owner denies responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Injury Claims

What happens if I'm injured at work in Texas but my employer doesn't carry workers' comp?

Texas is one of the few states where private employers can opt out of workers' compensation insurance. If your employer is a "non-subscriber," you can file a personal injury lawsuit directly against them. Non-subscribers lose several common legal defenses, which often makes these cases easier to win than standard negligence claims.

Can I sue a trucking company in Texas, not just the driver?

Yes. Texas allows you to bring claims against the trucking company, the vehicle owner, and even the cargo loader if improper loading caused the wreck. Many commercial trucks operating in Texas are governed by both state regulations and federal motor carrier safety rules, opening multiple paths to liability.