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New Braunfels's relentless injury attorneys.

From I-35 to Loop 337, from Schlitterbahn to the Guadalupe River corridor — when negligence in this fast-growing Hill Country city injures you, we fight for what you're owed.

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New Braunfels Quick Facts

  • One of the fastest-growing cities in Texas
  • Major roads: I-35, US-81, Loop 337, FM-306
  • Comal County District Courts handle local cases
  • Heavy tourist traffic — Schlitterbahn, Guadalupe River, Gruene
  • High commercial trucking volume on I-35
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From I-35 corridor crashes and SH-46 commuter wrecks to dangerous Comal River-area tourist incidents and Loop 337 intersection collisions, Longhorn Law Firm represents injury victims throughout New Braunfels and Comal County.

Why New Braunfels victims choose us

  • Local knowledge of Hill Country roads. We know I-35 between San Antonio and Austin and how its crashes happen.
  • Tourist injury experience. Visitors injured at Schlitterbahn, on river outings, or at local venues often face complex liability questions.
  • Direct attorney access.
  • No fee unless we win.

Common New Braunfels accidents

I-35 Crashes

I-35 between San Antonio and Austin is one of Texas's most dangerous highway corridors. Constant construction, heavy commercial trucking, and rush-hour congestion produce daily serious crashes.

Tourist and River Recreation Injuries

Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Guadalupe River tubing operations, and Gruene Hall events generate substantial premises liability and recreational injury cases.

Drunk Driving Accidents

The combination of tourist traffic and Hill Country wineries/breweries contributes to a high DUI crash rate.

Loop 337 and FM-306 Crashes

Local arterials see growing congestion and increasing crash volumes as the city expands.

Texas law in New Braunfels

Statute of Limitations: 2 Years

Comal County Juries

Comal County juries tend to be more conservative than San Antonio's. Case preparation and credible presentation are essential.

Dram Shop Liability

Texas's dram shop law applies — bars and restaurants that over-serve at-fault drivers can share liability.

"New Braunfels is growing fast. The roads and infrastructure haven't kept up. That's where the cases come from."

If you've been hurt anywhere in New Braunfels or Comal County, call us. The consultation is free, the conversation is confidential, and you'll talk to a real attorney. Get your free case review now.

What We Handle in New Braunfels

All injury cases — any neighborhood.

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Car Accidents
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Truck Crashes
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M
Motorcycle
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Pedestrian
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Slip & Fall
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D
Dog Bites
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W
Wrongful Death
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J
Workplace
Areas We Serve in & Around New Braunfels

All of Comal County. And beyond.

We represent injury victims throughout the New Braunfels metro and surrounding communities.

Neighborhoods & Communities We Serve
Downtown · Gruene · Canyon Lake · Sattler · Garden Ridge · Bulverde · Spring Branch · McQueeney · Seguin · Marion · Cibolo Creek · River Chase · Mountain Valley · Sundance · Vintage Oaks · Cypress Bend
Highways & Corridors

The roads where we fight your case.

Local knowledge matters. We know the highways, surface streets, and dangerous corridors where serious injury crashes happen here — and how each crash type plays out in negotiation and court.

I-35
Interstate 35
Major corridor through New Braunfels between San Antonio and Austin. Heavy commercial truck traffic.
SH-46
State Highway 46
Major route connecting New Braunfels to Boerne and other Hill Country communities.
Loop 337
Loop 337
New Braunfels loop with heavy commuter and tourist traffic.
FM-306
FM-306 (River Road)
Tourist-heavy route to Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River.
FM-1101
FM-1101
Major north-south route through New Braunfels.
Common Street
Common Street
Major downtown corridor.
High-Risk Intersections

Where local crashes happen most.

These intersections come up over and over in our case files. If you were hit at one of them, that pattern itself can become evidence of foreseeable danger and contribute to your case.

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I-35 at Loop 337
Major convergence with frequent crashes.
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SH-46 at I-35
Heavy truck intersection.
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Loop 337 at FM-306
Tourist-area intersection with frequent crashes during summer.
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Common Street at Walnut Avenue
Downtown intersection.
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Loop 337 at SH-46
Major Comal County intersection.
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Business 35 at Loop 337
Heavy retail crossing.
Commercial Trucking

Where the 18-wheelers run through.

New Braunfels sits on I-35 — the NAFTA freight corridor — with massive commercial truck traffic between Laredo, San Antonio, and points north. Add the regional commercial traffic and tourist-related vehicles, and the I-35 corridor through New Braunfels sees frequent serious truck crashes.

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Local Courts

Where we file your case.

Comal County District Court

150 N Seguin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130

Comal County's District Court handles personal injury matters involving New Braunfels-area residents and accidents. The courthouse is located in downtown New Braunfels.

  • Comal County Court at LawSmaller civil cases
  • U.S. District Court — Western District of TexasFederal matters
  • Justice CourtsMinor disputes
Comal County Pop
~170,000
Annual Crashes
5,000+
Tourist Traffic
Heavy (Schlitterbahn, Comal River)
I-35 Corridor
Major NAFTA Route
Local Insurance Climate

The insurance landscape locally.

New Braunfels' insurance market reflects its growth from small Hill Country town to major SA-Austin corridor suburb — increasing commercial activity, tourist-related claims, and growing residential population create diverse claim types.

Local Facts & Figures

By the numbers.

Comal County Pop
~170,000
Annual Crashes
5,000+
Tourist Traffic
Heavy (Schlitterbahn, Comal River)
I-35 Corridor
Major NAFTA Route

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Local knowledge.

When we represent New Braunfels clients, we know the roads, courts, hospitals, and accident patterns specific to this market.

Major highways

I-35 (between San Antonio and Austin), SH-46, US-81

Courts

Comal County Civil District Courts and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, San Antonio Division

Trauma & hospitals

Resolute Health Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa New Braunfels, with rapid transport to San Antonio Level I trauma centers

Local context

New Braunfels has consistently ranked among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. The Schlitterbahn waterpark and Gruene historic district drive seasonal tourism traffic.

Cases we handle in New Braunfels.

Personal injury cases we represent New Braunfels clients on — across Texas and New Mexico law as applicable.

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about personal injury cases in New Braunfels. Have a question not answered here? Call us anytime — no consultation fee.

01 Do I need a personal injury lawyer specifically in New Braunfels?
Not necessarily. Most personal injury work happens via phone, email, video calls, and document exchange — so the attorney doesn't need to be physically in New Braunfels. What matters is that they're licensed in Texas, familiar with Comal County courts, and experienced in cases like yours. We represent clients throughout Texas and New Mexico, including New Braunfels, with the same dedication regardless of distance.
02 How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in New Braunfels?
You pay nothing upfront. We work on contingency — typically 33.33% of the recovery before a lawsuit is filed, 40% after litigation begins. Case expenses (expert witnesses, court filing fees, depositions) are separate and only paid from recovery. If we don't win, you owe nothing.
03 How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in New Braunfels?
Texas has a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, starting from the date of the accident. After 2 years, your claim is generally barred forever. But practically, you should act much sooner — evidence disappears within weeks (surveillance video, witness memories, vehicle data). Aim to consult an attorney within the first 30 days.
04 What kinds of cases do you handle in New Braunfels?
Car accidents, truck accidents (18-wheelers), motorcycle crashes, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall, dog bites, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries (TBI, spinal cord), workplace injuries, Uber/Lyft accidents, insurance bad faith claims, and negligent security cases. We handle the full range of Texas personal injury law.
05 Will an attorney personally handle my New Braunfels case?
Yes — one of our two attorneys (Shawn Barnett or Jeff Barnett) personally handles every case we accept. You won't be passed off to a junior associate or paralegal. We deliberately keep our caseload manageable so each client gets actual attorney attention.
06 What if my accident involves a commercial trucking company in New Braunfels?
Commercial trucking accidents typically involve Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations in addition to state personal injury law. We have experience with these cases including spoliation letters to preserve truck black box data, hours-of-service violations, and multi-party liability (driver, trucking company, broker, shipper).
07 Can I still recover compensation if I was partly at fault for my New Braunfels accident?
Yes — Texas uses modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar rule. As long as you were 50% or less at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. If you were 51%+ at fault, you cannot recover. This is why insurance companies aggressively try to shift blame to victims — to push you over the 51% threshold.
08 What should I do immediately after an accident in New Braunfels?
(1) Get to safety; (2) Call 911 even for seemingly minor accidents; (3) Get medical care within 24 hours, even if you feel okay; (4) Photograph everything; (5) Get witness contact info; (6) Don't give recorded statements to the other driver's insurance company; (7) Contact a personal injury attorney before signing anything. See our complete First 7 Days After an Accident guide for detailed day-by-day steps.