Car Accident Lawyer in Houston

At the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon, we believe that motorists share a responsibility – to drive safely. Every year, careless, reckless, negligent, drunk and distracted drivers cause thousands of accidents and injuries. If you've been injury by a careless or negligent motorist, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your damages. At the firm, we are committed to helping people like you collect the money they need.

Every Houston car accident attorney at our office is experienced in a multitude of legal practice areas related to auto accidents. To learn more about car accidents, check out our informational practice area pages below. If you need a car accident attorney in Houston, TX who is willing to stand by you through every step of the claim or lawsuit process, you've come to the right place. Click on the links below to see what we can do for you.

Excellent Service with Skilled Representation

At the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon, our goal is to assist each client in seeking justice and obtaining the highest possible payout for their car accident case. We understand the stress, frustration, pain, and confusion that come with every accident. We are ready to provide you with answers, care, and aggressive representation.

If you have suffered damage or injury due to someone else's reckless or negligent behavior, we will work to help you pay as little as possible for the resulting repairs and medical treatment. You also should not have to pay excessively for a good attorney, which is why our firm works on the basis of contingency fee agreements. If you have been in a crash, speak with an attorney from our firm as soon as you possibly can.

Our legal team is ready to assist in the following legal areas:

Car Accident Injuries
Crashes involving motor vehicles are not only psychologically traumatic, it can result in very real and difficult physical injuries. This can range from broken bones to whiplash and everything in between – sometimes even resulting in life-long injuries that require comprehensive compensation regarding medical care, lost wages and everything in between. Our firm can help you fight to recover these just damages.

Causes of Car Accidents
No two accidents are the same. In some cases, the accident may be the result of aggressive driving and in other cases it may not have anything to do with the drivers involved, such as the case in situations involving auto product liability. Regardless of whether you were involved in an accident with a dangerous road or if you were injured by a distracted driver, you should not hesitate to get experienced legal representation.

Liability in a Car Accident
One of the most important questions that you will be asked during the course of a car accident claim process will be in determining who is liable. Liability can be complex to unwind and without the experience of a knowledgeable attorney on your side, it can be daunting to try and figure out who is exactly responsible. At our firm, we know the important steps in any given case and can help you prove liability.

Uninsured Motorist Claims
Being involved in an accident with a motorist who does not carry insurance coverage can create an entirely new set of complications. In the state of Texas, there is no mandatory clause for uninsured motorist clauses. If you have been injured in a car crash with an uninsured motorist, you should not hesitate to get our involvement so that we can ensure your benefits are fully protected.

Underinsured Motorist Claims
Similar to cases involving uninsured motorists, cases which involve an underinsured motorist simply mean that the other motorist does not have the minimum coverage provided by the law or does not have enough insurance coverage to cover the entire extent of damage in the accident. If you are facing a situation such as this, our firm can evaluate your case and help you determine the best course of action.

Single-Vehicle Accident
In some cases, car accidents will not be involved with multiple vehicles. In fact, some of the most devastating accidents are between multiple vehicles. This can include rollover accidents caused by a dangerous vehicle design, a defective product on the car or even dangerous roads that were not properly maintained. While complex, these cases are not impossible; our firm can help you fight for compensation.

Multi-Vehicle Accident
The most common forms of accidents involve multiple vehicles. This can be anything from two cards crashing head-first to a multiple car pile-up on the freeway from dangerous conditions or negligent driving behavior. No matter the circumstances or the exact causes, these can become complicated when multiple drivers become involved as liability becomes unclear and convoluted. Let us help.

Rear-End Accident
One of the most common types of car crashes involves one car hitting the other car from behind. This is known as a "rear-end accident" and is frequent in stop-and-go traffic. For example, if cars are crawling along and one driver stops paying attention, they can continue to hit the gas when cars in front of them stop. This can cause them to drive in the back of the car directly in front of them.

Side-Impact Crash
These accidents, also commonly referred to as side-swipes and T-bone accidents, frequently happen at intersections. They are also common when drivers are making turns in front of other drivers or are not paying attention. The dangerous element of these accidents is that they car will either hit the vehicle on the driver or passenger side – where there is little to no cushion or safety protection.

Head-on Accident
One of the most devastating forms of accidents involves head-on crashes. These can occur when someone drifts from their lane into the path of another vehicle. These can be catastrophic as the momentum of both vehicles can be compounded – resulting in life-threatening and even fatal injuries. If you have been involved in this type of accident, do not hesitate to get our firm involved as soon as possible.

Rollover Accident
In accidents involving a rollover, there does not even need to be another vehicle involved. In these cases, the car may simply be designed with too high a center of gravity that throws it off balance. Therefore, when it turns too sharply or strikes any sort of obstacle, it can cause the car to tip and roll. This can result in shattered windows and crushed roofs – which can be devastating for passengers.

Intersection Accident
Statistics show that an overwhelming amount of accidents occur while crossing or near intersections. In many cases, this can be attributed to drivers who fail to yield or stop – causing devastating collisions. For example, a car that runs a red light can cause a severe crash with a car who is proceeding per all traffic signals if they do not notice in time. This can also be the scene of life-threatening pedestrian accidents.

Wrongful Death
Unfortunately, traffic accidents do not always result in just a few bumps and bruises. In fact, they can all too often be absolutely deadly for the victims. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reported in 2011 that there was a fatality rate of 1.28 per 100 million vehicle miles traveled. If you have lost a loved one to a fatal accident, we can help. We're compassionate to what you're experiencing and will fight for you.

Other Practice Areas
Beyond personal injury, our firm is also able to help in a wide variety of legal practice areas. This includes general personal injury, as well as commercial litigation and other types of first party insurance claims. If you have questions about the different areas of the law that we can help with, do not hesitate to pick up the phone and contact us today.

Do I Need an Injury Attorney?
One of the most commonly asked questions include whether or not you actually need a lawyer. The truth is that when you are dealing with a claim or lawsuit, you need experienced legal representation on your side who will be able to help represent your best interests. This may include negotiating a fair settlement or helping you to take your case to the courtroom. Either way, our firm can help.

Find an Auto Accident Lawyer

Injured in a car accident and looking for an attorney who will fight aggressively for the compensation you deserve? Speak with a member of the legal team from the Law Office of Sebastian J. Simon today. Our goal is to help each client acquire the highest possible payout for the auto accident case. Learn more about how we could help by scheduling a free case evaluation with our firm right away.