Personal Injury in Houston
Personal injury is broad — Houston clients come to us with everything from rideshare crashes to oilfield burns to defective product injuries. What unites them: someone's negligence caused harm, and Texas law has a clear framework for holding that person (or their insurer, or their employer) accountable.
Texas law that governs personal injury cases
Common injuries we see in Houston
- Pedestrian and rideshare injuries
- Electric scooter injuries
- Boating and watercraft accidents
- Burn injuries (industrial / chemical)
- Nursing home abuse and neglect
- Product liability / defective product injuries
- Assault and battery (third-party premises)
- Brain and spinal cord injuries
Compensation we pursue
- Past and future medical care
- Rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost wages and lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Disfigurement and disability
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence
Frequently asked questions for Houston clients
Do I have a Houston personal injury case?
If you were hurt by someone else's negligence, you likely have at least the makings of a case. Whether it's worth pursuing depends on injury severity, available insurance, fault percentages, and the statute of limitations. The honest answer is a 10-minute conversation. The consultation is free.
What if I'm partly at fault?
Texas follows modified comparative fault. If you are 50% or less at fault, you can still recover — your recovery is reduced by your share. If you are 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing.
How long will my Houston case take?
Simple claims with clear liability can resolve in 6–12 months. Complex cases involving litigation, depositions, and trial can take 18–36 months. We'll give you a realistic timeline at the consultation.
Court venue for Houston cases
Personal injury cases arising in Houston are typically filed in Harris County (county seat: Houston), in the District Courts or County Courts at Law. We're familiar with the local procedures and carrier tendencies in this venue.
Getting from Houston to our Houston office
Our Galleria-area office is in the heart of Houston at 2401 Fountain View Dr, Suite 830 — minutes from downtown, the Medical Center, and the 610 Loop.
Newman Injury Law
2401 Fountain View Dr, Suite 830
Houston, TX 77057
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