Aggressive representation for car crash victims across Travis County and Central Texas. No fee unless we win.
Call (512) 474-0100 Free Case ReviewAustin's roads are among the most dangerous in Texas. Interstate 35 — which bisects the city from north to south — is consistently ranked one of the deadliest highways in the entire state. Add in MoPac (Loop 1), Loop 360, and US-183, and you have a metro area where serious car accidents happen every single day. When one of those accidents involves you or someone you love, the decisions you make in the days that follow can determine whether you receive full and fair compensation.
At Baker Matthews Law Collective PLLC, our Austin car accident attorneys Alex J. Matthews and Daniel Baker bring the depth of experience from one of Texas's largest personal injury firms — Thomas J. Henry — to a practice built around personalized attention and relentless advocacy. We handle every aspect of your claim so you can focus on healing.
Texas insurance companies move fast to minimize payouts. Adjusters may call within hours of a crash offering settlements that cover only a fraction of your actual losses. Our lawyers know their tactics, and we know how to counter them. We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we recover money for you.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is unique.
Austin's explosive population growth has put enormous strain on road infrastructure that was not designed for this volume of traffic. Our attorneys regularly handle claims arising from:
Statute of Limitations: Under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §16.003, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Miss this deadline and your case is almost certainly barred forever — no matter how serious your injuries.
Modified Comparative Fault (51% Rule): Texas uses a modified comparative fault system. If you are found partially at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. However, if you are found 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing. This is why insurance adjusters work hard to shift blame onto injured victims — and why having a skilled attorney matters.
Types of Compensation Available: Our Austin car accident lawyers pursue all available damages, including medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, property damage, and in cases of gross negligence, exemplary (punitive) damages.
We also handle truck accidents and motorcycle crashes — see those pages for practice-area-specific information.
Alex Matthews and Daniel Baker both cut their teeth at Thomas J. Henry, one of the most successful plaintiff's firms in Texas history. They bring that firepower to every case — without the impersonal assembly-line treatment.
Austin's diverse community means many accident victims are more comfortable communicating in Spanish. Our firm is fully bilingual, ensuring nothing is lost in translation during the most important conversations of your case.
We handle car accident cases on a pure contingency fee basis. You pay zero out of pocket. If we do not recover money for you, you owe us nothing — period.
We secure police reports, subpoena traffic camera footage, retain accident reconstruction experts, and obtain black box data before evidence disappears. Early and thorough investigation is what separates strong cases from weak ones.
Texas law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit (Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code §16.003). Waiting is risky — evidence fades, witnesses become unavailable, and insurance companies use delay against you. Contact us as soon as possible after your crash.
Texas has a high rate of uninsured drivers. If the at-fault driver has no insurance (or insufficient coverage), you may be able to make a claim under your own Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage. We review your entire policy to identify every available source of compensation.
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule. You can still recover damages as long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the crash. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault — so if you are 20% at fault and your damages are $100,000, you recover $80,000. If you are 51% or more at fault, Texas bars any recovery.
Almost never. Insurance companies' initial offers are designed to close your claim quickly and cheaply — before you know the full extent of your injuries or future medical needs. Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, you cannot go back for more money. Always have an attorney review any offer before you sign.
You may be entitled to: past and future medical expenses, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, property damage, pain and suffering, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases involving drunk driving or other gross negligence, punitive (exemplary) damages may also be available under Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code Chapter 41.
Nothing upfront. We represent car accident clients on a contingency fee basis — we only get paid if we win your case. There are no consultation fees, no retainers, and no out-of-pocket costs. Our fee comes as a percentage of the settlement or verdict we obtain for you.
Do not let the insurance company set the terms. Call Baker Matthews now or submit your information online.
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