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Austin's relentless injury attorneys.

Austin's explosive growth has made its roads more dangerous than ever. From MoPac to I-35, from East Austin to the Domain — when negligence puts you in a hospital bed, we fight for what you're owed.

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Austin Quick Facts

  • 11th largest U.S. city, fastest-growing major metro
  • Major roads: I-35, MoPac (Loop 1), US-183, Loop 360, SH-130
  • Travis County District Courts handle Austin injury cases
  • Pedestrian and cyclist fatalities have risen sharply
  • Among Texas's worst metros for rear-end and DUI crashes
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From I-35 corridor crashes and MoPac high-speed wrecks to South Congress pedestrian incidents and East Austin construction zone collisions, Longhorn Law Firm represents injury victims throughout Austin and Travis County. Austin's rapid growth has dramatically outpaced its road infrastructure — creating dangerous conditions on highways and surface streets alike.

Why Austin injury victims choose us

  • Local road knowledge. I-35 has different crash patterns than MoPac. We know what to look for in each.
  • Pedestrian and cyclist case experience. Austin's dense urban core produces more of these cases than other Texas cities.
  • Rideshare expertise. The 6th Street and East Austin nightlife means Uber and Lyft cases are extremely common.
  • No fee unless we win.

Common Austin accidents

I-35 Crashes

I-35 through downtown Austin is one of the most congested and dangerous urban freeways in Texas. Rear-end crashes are constant during rush hour, and construction along the corridor adds significant risk.

MoPac and Loop 360

High-speed crashes on MoPac and Loop 360 produce serious injuries. The express lanes have added new merge and weave conflicts.

Pedestrian and Cyclist Crashes

Austin's growing urban density and bike infrastructure haven't kept up with driver attention. Pedestrian and cyclist fatalities have risen significantly.

Rideshare and Nightlife Accidents

6th Street, the Rainey District, and East Austin produce constant late-night crash cases.

Tech Worker Commute Crashes

Long commutes from Cedar Park, Round Rock, and Buda to North Austin tech employers create extended exposure to crash risk.

What Texas law means

Statute of Limitations: 2 Years

City of Austin and CapMetro Claims

If your accident involved a City of Austin vehicle, CapMetro bus or rail, or city property — government notice requirements apply. These deadlines can be as short as 6 months.

"Austin's problems are growth problems. The roads and the systems haven't caught up with the people. The crashes are predictable."

If you've been hurt anywhere in Austin or Travis 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 Austin

All injury cases — any neighborhood.

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Car Accidents
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Truck Crashes
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Motorcycle
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Pedestrian
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Slip & Fall
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Dog Bites
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Wrongful Death
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Workplace
Areas We Serve in & Around Austin

All of Travis County. And beyond.

We represent injury victims throughout the Austin metro and surrounding communities.

Neighborhoods & Communities We Serve
Downtown · East Austin · South Congress · South Lamar · Zilker · Barton Hills · Westlake · Tarrytown · Hyde Park · North Loop · Crestview · Mueller · Cherrywood · South Austin · Travis Heights · Bouldin · West Campus · Hancock · Allandale · Brentwood · Anderson Mill · Cedar Park · Leander · Round Rock · Pflugerville · Manor · Buda · Kyle · Dripping Springs · Bee Cave · Lakeway · Lago Vista · Jonestown · Hutto
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 (Central Corridor)
Among the most congested and dangerous urban highways in Texas. Constant construction, heavy commercial traffic, and severe rush-hour congestion generate massive crash volumes through Austin.
MoPac (Loop 1)
MoPac Expressway
Austin's main west-side highway. Higher speeds than I-35, less truck traffic, but heavy commuter volumes and complex new toll/express lane configurations contribute to frequent crashes.
US-183
US-183 (Research Blvd / 183A)
Major north-south corridor through North Austin and Cedar Park. High-volume commuter route with frequent serious crashes in construction zones.
SH-130
State Highway 130 (Toll)
High-speed (85 mph) bypass east of Austin. Lower volume but higher severity crashes when they occur.
US-290
US-290 (East)
Major route from Austin to Brenham and Houston. Heavy truck traffic and rural-to-urban transition creates dangerous mix of speeds.
SH-71
State Highway 71 (Ben White / Bee Cave Rd)
Major airport corridor with high accident rates near the Austin-Bergstrom Airport and FM-1826 intersection.
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 US-290 East
Major freight and commuter convergence with constant construction and high crash volumes.
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MoPac at US-183
Complex multi-level interchange in North Austin with frequent merge-related crashes.
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I-35 at MLK Blvd
Downtown convergence point with heavy traffic and frequent pedestrian incidents.
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Lamar Blvd at 38th Street
Central Austin retail/commuter intersection with frequent T-bones.
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Burnet Rd at US-183
Heavy commercial corridor intersection with frequent rear-ends and pedestrian incidents.
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Bee Cave Rd (SH-71) at MoPac
West Austin commuter convergence with frequent serious crashes.
Commercial Trucking

Where the 18-wheelers run through.

I-35 through Austin is part of the NAFTA freight corridor from Laredo to the Midwest — meaning heavy 18-wheeler traffic 24/7. The growth of Austin's tech and construction industries has added significant local commercial truck traffic to surface streets and arterials. Austin's I-35 corridor sees serious truck crashes regularly, with cases often involving federal hours-of-service regulations, construction zone violations, and complex multi-defendant litigation.

See Truck Accident Cases →
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Local Courts

Where we file your case.

Travis County District Courts

1000 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701

Travis County operates 26 district courts handling civil matters with extensive experience in personal injury litigation. Known for fair juries and reasonable verdict patterns, the court is generally considered a favorable venue for injury plaintiffs.

  • Travis County Civil Court at LawSmaller cases under $250,000
  • U.S. District Court — Western District of TexasFederal matters
  • Justice CourtsMinor disputes
Travis County Pop
~1.3 Million
Annual Traffic Crashes
30,000+
Fatal Crashes (recent)
100+
Construction Injuries
Rapidly Increasing
Local Insurance Climate

The insurance landscape locally.

Austin's insurance market reflects rapid population growth — many drivers are new to Texas and unfamiliar with Texas insurance requirements. This creates frequent under-insurance situations. Construction-related injury claims have also surged as building activity has exploded. We negotiate with every major insurer operating in Austin and have particular experience with construction site injury claims involving multiple subcontractor policies.

Local Facts & Figures

By the numbers.

Travis County Pop
~1.3 Million
Annual Traffic Crashes
30,000+
Fatal Crashes (recent)
100+
Construction Injuries
Rapidly Increasing

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Local knowledge.

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

Major highways

MoPac (Loop 1), I-35, SH-71, US-183, US-290, the SH-130 toll route, Loop 360

Courts

Travis County Civil District Courts (8 trial courts) and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division

Trauma & hospitals

Dell Seton Medical Center (Level I trauma), St. David's South Austin Medical Center (Level II trauma), Ascension Seton Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lakeway

Local context

Travis County crashes have grown faster than population growth — Austin's I-35 corridor is consistently ranked among the most congested stretches of urban interstate in Texas.

Practice areas in Austin.

Dedicated landing pages for the case types we handle most frequently in Austin — each with local court, hospital, and procedural details specific to this market.

View all 12 practice areas →

Frequently asked questions

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

01 Do I need a personal injury lawyer specifically in Austin?
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 Austin. What matters is that they're licensed in Texas, familiar with Travis County courts, and experienced in cases like yours. We represent clients throughout Texas and New Mexico, including Austin, with the same dedication regardless of distance.
02 How much does a personal injury lawyer cost in Austin?
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 Austin?
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 Austin?
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 Austin case?
Yes — one of our three attorneys (Shawn Barnett, Jonathan Perez, 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 Austin?
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 Austin 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 Austin?
(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.