Catastrophic injuries change lives in an instant. When a severe accident leaves you or a loved one facing permanent disability, disfigurement, or loss of bodily function, you need a Galena Park catastrophic injury lawyer who understands the full scope of your damages. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP represents clients throughout Galena Park and Harris County who have suffered traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, amputations, severe burn injuries, and other life-altering injuries. We work to pursue compensation for lifetime medical care, rehabilitation, lost income, and the pain and suffering you experience.
Why Choose Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Your Catastrophic Injury Case
Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP brings decades of experience handling catastrophic injury claims. Our attorneys have recovered millions in verdicts and settlements for clients facing permanent disabilities. Cesar Tavares appears in the 2026 Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Litigation and is listed in Texas Super Lawyers. Alma Reyes Tavares appears in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and Trucking Trial Lawyer Top 10. Sean McCarthy has secured verdicts exceeding $15 million for catastrophic injury cases. Matt Hudson focuses on catastrophic injury and product liability cases.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. We only recover a fee if there is a recovery in your case. Our team handles every aspect of your claim, from investigating the accident to negotiating with insurance companies to preparing for trial if necessary. We understand that catastrophic injuries often require long-term care planning. We work with medical professionals and life care planners to assess the full value of your damages.
What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury
A catastrophic injury results in permanent disability, disfigurement, or significant loss of bodily function. These injuries fundamentally alter a person’s ability to work, care for themselves, and enjoy life. Examples include traumatic brain injuries that cause cognitive impairment, spinal cord injuries resulting in paralysis, amputations requiring prosthetics and long-term rehabilitation, severe burn injuries requiring multiple surgeries, and permanent vision or hearing loss.
Unlike minor injuries that heal within weeks or months, catastrophic injuries often involve ongoing medical care, therapy, home modifications, and assistive devices. Texas law allows injured individuals to pursue both economic damages (medical expenses, lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life), depending on the circumstances.
Common Causes in Galena Park
Catastrophic injuries in Galena Park result from various accidents. Motor vehicle collisions, particularly truck accidents involving commercial vehicles, can cause severe injuries due to the force and weight involved. Workplace accidents in industrial facilities, construction sites, and oilfield operations may lead to catastrophic outcomes. Premises liability incidents, including slip and falls in poorly maintained properties, can result in traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage. Product defects in machinery, equipment, or consumer products may also cause catastrophic injuries.
Galena Park’s proximity to Houston’s industrial corridor, petrochemical plants, and maritime operations means residents may face increased risks from workplace and industrial accidents.
Types of Catastrophic Injuries We Handle
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): These injuries damage brain tissue and may cause cognitive impairment, memory loss, personality changes, difficulty concentrating, and emotional instability. Victims often require ongoing therapy and may not return to their previous level of functioning.
Spinal Cord Injuries: Damage to the spinal cord can result in partial or complete paralysis, loss of sensation, and loss of bodily control. Victims may face long-term mobility limitations and require extensive home modifications and care assistance.
Amputation: Loss of a limb requires prosthetic devices, rehabilitation, and psychological adjustment. Victims experience lasting changes to their mobility and independence.
Severe Burn Injuries: Deep burns may require multiple surgeries, skin grafts, and ongoing pain management. Scarring and infection risks can persist, and victims often experience psychological trauma.
Neck and Back Injuries: Severe injuries to the cervical or lumbar spine can cause chronic pain, limited mobility, and may require surgical intervention. Some victims experience long-term disability.
Compensation Available for Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injury claims often involve significant damages because these injuries can create long-term needs. Economic damages may include medical expenses, such as emergency care, surgery, hospitalization, ongoing treatment, rehabilitation, therapy, and future medical care. Compensation may also include home modifications (wheelchair ramps, accessible bathrooms), assistive devices (wheelchairs, communication devices), and lost wages. For victims unable to work, loss of earning capacity may be calculated over time.
Non-economic damages may include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement. Texas law may also allow punitive damages in cases involving gross negligence or intentional conduct, intended to penalize certain behavior and discourage similar conduct.
How Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP Builds Your Catastrophic Injury Case
We begin with a thorough investigation of your accident. Our team visits the scene, collects evidence, interviews witnesses, and preserves critical information when possible. We may work with accident reconstruction professionals to help establish how the injury occurred and who may be responsible.
Next, we document the full extent of your injuries. We coordinate with your medical providers, obtain medical records, and work with qualified professionals to understand your diagnosis, prognosis, and future care needs. We may engage expert witnesses, such as medical doctors, life care planners, and vocational specialists, to support your claim.
We then build a case for settlement discussions. We present the insurance company with documentation of your damages, supporting opinions, and applicable law. Many cases resolve at this stage. However, we prepare every case for trial when appropriate. Insurance companies are aware that Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP may proceed to litigation, which can affect negotiations.
Throughout the process, you work with a dedicated attorney who communicates regularly, answers your questions, and provides guidance during a difficult time.
Galena Park Catastrophic Injury FAQs
How long do I have to file a catastrophic injury lawsuit in Texas?
Texas law generally provides a two-year statute of limitations from the date of your injury. This means you typically must file your lawsuit within two years, or you may lose the ability to pursue a claim. Certain exceptions may apply. For example, if you were a minor at the time of injury, the time limit may begin when you turn 18. Consider contacting (713) 230-2200 to discuss your situation and timelines.
What is the average settlement for a catastrophic injury in Texas?
Settlement amounts vary widely based on the type and severity of your injury, your age and earning capacity, the strength of liability evidence, and insurance policy limits. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP has secured settlements ranging from $750,000 to $25 million and beyond. During your free consultation, we can review your specific circumstances and discuss a potential range of case value.
Will my catastrophic injury case go to trial?
Many catastrophic injury cases settle before trial, but we prepare each case as if it may proceed to trial. This preparation can strengthen our negotiating position. The decision to accept a settlement offer or proceed to trial is always yours.
Can I still file a claim if I was partially at fault?
Texas follows a comparative negligence rule. You may recover damages even if you were partially at fault, as long as you were less than 51% responsible for the accident. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20% at fault and your damages total $1 million, you may recover $800,000. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP challenges fault allocations where appropriate.
What should I do immediately after a catastrophic injury?
First, seek medical attention. Your health is the priority. Once you are stable, document the accident scene with photos and video if possible. Collect contact information from witnesses. Report the accident to the police or relevant authorities. Use caution when speaking with insurance adjusters or signing documents without legal advice. You may contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for a free consultation before communicating further with the other party’s insurance company.
How much does it cost to hire Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP?
We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay no upfront costs, no hourly fees, and no out-of-pocket expenses. We only recover a fee if there is a recovery through settlement or verdict.
Contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Your Free Catastrophic Injury Consultation
If you or a loved one suffered a catastrophic injury in Galena Park, consider acting promptly. The statute of limitations limits how long you have to file a lawsuit, and evidence may become harder to obtain over time. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP offers a free, confidential consultation to evaluate your case and explain your legal options.
Call (713) 230-2200 today to speak with a catastrophic injury lawyer. We serve Galena Park and all of Harris County and are available to discuss your potential claim.