Types of Personal Injury Claims Our Firm Handles in Houston

Accidents happen in many different ways, but they all share one thing in common: the victim is left to deal with the pain and disruption. Our firm has represented Houstonians in a wide range of personal injury cases, using our courtroom experience to pursue meaningful results. Understanding the types of claims that often arise in Houston can help you recognize when you may have the right to pursue legal action.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Crashes involving nearly all types of motorized transportation are among the most common personal injury cases in Houston, and they often involve serious injuries. Whether you were driving your car, walking as a pedestrian, riding your motorcycle, or sharing the road with an 18-wheeler, collisions can lead to hospital stays, lost income, and lasting physical limitations. These cases require careful investigation into what went wrong and who should be held accountable.

Common crash factors include:

• Reckless driving
• Impaired driving
• Fatigued truck operators
• Unsafe road conditions

Each of these factors adds unique complications, especially when commercial trucking companies or multiple drivers are involved. 

Premises Liability and Related Claims

Property owners in Houston have a duty to keep their spaces reasonably safe for guests and customers. Slip and fall accidents often result in broken bones or head trauma, while dog attacks may cause serious infections or scarring. These incidents happen in many ways, and victims often face long recoveries and unexpected costs. Hazards that often lead to premises liability claims include:

• Broken flooring
• Poor lighting
• Inadequate security
• Unsecured animals
• Wet or slippery surfaces
• Cluttered walkways
• Loose railings
• Malfunctioning elevators or escalators
  

When a property hazard causes your injury, the first priority is often figuring out how to prove what happened. Taking photos, saving medical records, and getting witness names can make it harder for the property owner to deny responsibility later. The more details you gather now, the easier it becomes to protect yourself if the insurance company or landlord tries to downplay what you went through.

Catastrophic Injuries and Wrongful Death

Some accidents can cause catastrophic injuries that are so severe that life is never the same again. Traumatic brain injuries may leave victims with memory loss, difficulty speaking, or personality changes, while spinal cord injuries often result in partial or total paralysis. When accidents are fatal, families face the unimaginable pain of losing someone they love while also trying to understand their rights in wrongful death claims. Lasting consequences of these cases may include:

• Paralysis
• Loss of independence
• Long-term medical treatment
• Reduced ability to work or return to your current career
• Changes in personality or memory
• Surviving family members’ rights in wrongful death claims

When the stakes are this high, it is important to know what options you have and how the law can protect you. Under Texas Health and Safety Code § 481.112, state law reinforces the seriousness of allowing dangerous products or substances into circulation, and courts often consider this in cases involving catastrophic harm.

Other Complex Cases

Some injuries come from situations that do not fall into familiar categories like car crashes or slip and falls. If you were hurt in a rideshare crash, by a defective product, or because of a privacy violation, your claim may involve extra steps. These cases often involve added challenges, such as independent investigations or overlapping insurance coverage.

Focus on the details that make your experience different. If a product caused harm, hold onto the item and keep any instructions or receipts. For accidents involving rideshare companies like Uber or Lyft, or other cases that cause physical injuries and emotional distress, write down what happened and save anything electronically that might help show what you went through. Early documentation gives you more control if questions come up later.