When a catastrophic injury strikes, your life changes in an instant. At Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP, we help Freeport residents and workers pursue compensation for severe injuries from accidents. Our attorneys handle catastrophic injury cases and work to seek the full compensation available under the law. Call (713) 230-2200 for a free consultation.

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Why Choose Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Your Catastrophic Injury Case

Catastrophic injuries require experienced legal representation. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP has decades of experience handling severe personal injury cases across Texas. Our team of dedicated attorneys brings extensive trial experience to every case.

We understand what catastrophic injuries may mean for your future. Our attorneys have obtained significant verdicts and settlements for clients with severe injuries. Reported results include recoveries such as $25 million for an oil and gas incident injury, $14 million for an oil and gas accident injury, and $1.5 million for burns from a defective product. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP is familiar with Freeport’s industrial setting. We represent workers injured at Port Freeport operations, chemical manufacturing facilities, and offshore oil and gas platforms. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Our team is available 24/7 to discuss your case and answer your questions.

Types of Catastrophic Injuries We Handle in Freeport

Traumatic Brain Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) cause permanent changes to how your brain functions. Blunt force trauma to the head causes these injuries. They occur during workplace accidents, vehicle collisions, and falls. A TBI can affect memory, speech, movement, and personality. Recovery takes months or years. Some effects last a lifetime. Victims often require ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and cognitive therapy. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP pursues compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering related to brain injuries.

Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis

Spinal cord injuries cause partial or complete paralysis. Paraplegia affects the lower body. Quadriplegia affects all four limbs. Workplace accidents, vehicle collisions, and falls from heights cause these injuries. Paralysis often requires long-term medical care, mobility equipment, home modifications, and personal assistance. The costs are substantial, and the emotional impact can be significant. Our attorneys work to pursue compensation that accounts for these long-term needs. Learn more about causes of paralysis in our detailed guide.

Severe Burn Injuries

Chemical plants and industrial facilities in Freeport create burn injury risks. Severe burns require immediate emergency care and often multiple surgeries. Burn injury victims may face months of hospitalization, skin grafts, and reconstruction procedures. Scarring and disfigurement can cause lasting physical and emotional effects. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP pursues claims against negligent employers, manufacturers of defective equipment, and other responsible parties. We seek compensation for medical treatment and pain and suffering. If you sustained a severe burn injury at work, contact us immediately.

Amputation and Limb Loss

Workplace machinery, maritime accidents, and vehicle collisions cause amputations. Losing a limb changes many aspects of life. Victims often require prosthetics, ongoing rehabilitation, and adaptive equipment. Many amputees cannot return to their previous work. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP seeks compensation for prosthetic devices, rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and the emotional impact of limb loss.

Neck and Back Injuries

Severe neck and back injuries can cause permanent disability. These injuries damage the spine and surrounding nerves. They may result in chronic pain, limited mobility, and reduced function. Many victims cannot return to work. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP pursues compensation for medical care, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, and pain and suffering related to spinal injuries.

Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Freeport

Freeport’s industrial and maritime environment creates distinct injury risks. Port Freeport operations involve heavy machinery, cargo handling, and maritime work. The nearby chemical manufacturing complex exposes workers to hazardous substances and explosion risks. Major highways TX-288 and TX-36 carry commercial trucks and heavy traffic, increasing collision risks. Offshore oil and gas operations involve dangerous equipment and conditions. Construction sites use cranes, scaffolding, and heavy equipment. Safety failures can lead to serious injuries.

Common causes of catastrophic injuries in Freeport include:

Port and maritime accidents involving cargo equipment, vessel operations, and worker falls
Chemical plant explosions, fires, and toxic exposure incidents
Commercial vehicle collisions on TX-288 and TX-36 involving 18-wheelers and trucks
Workplace machinery accidents at industrial facilities
Offshore oil and gas platform accidents and equipment failures
Construction site accidents involving falls from heights, crane accidents, and equipment failures

What Compensation Covers in Catastrophic Injury Cases

Catastrophic injury compensation addresses the full impact of your injury. Texas law allows recovery for economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages cover financial losses. This includes current and future medical care, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, therapy, and medications. It may include lost wages and diminished earning capacity. Home and vehicle modifications may also be included, along with prosthetics, mobility equipment, and adaptive devices.
Non-economic damages address pain and suffering. This may include compensation for disability, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. Mental anguish and emotional distress may also be compensable. If an injury results in wrongful death, certain family members may be eligible to pursue additional damages under Texas law.

Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP works with medical professionals, vocational specialists, and economic professionals to evaluate damages. We calculate the full value of your claim and work to seek compensation that reflects the impact of your injury. Our approach includes life care planning and future medical cost calculations.

How Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP Handles Your Catastrophic Injury Claim

Our process begins with a free consultation. We listen to your story, review your medical records, evaluate your case, and explain your legal rights and potential recovery.

We then conduct an investigation. Our team gathers evidence, interviews witnesses, and obtains accident reports and medical records. We work with qualified professionals to understand how your injury occurred and identify responsible parties.

We coordinate with medical professionals who evaluate your condition and project future care needs. Vocational specialists assess your ability to work. Economic professionals calculate lost wages and diminished earning capacity.

We negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf. Many cases resolve through settlement. We work to pursue fair compensation based on the facts of your case.

If settlement negotiations do not resolve the case, we prepare for trial. We prepare witnesses, develop a strategy, and present your case in court. Our attorneys have trial experience in catastrophic injury cases.

Throughout the process, we keep you informed so you understand what is happening with your case and what to expect next.

Frequently Asked Questions — Freeport Catastrophic Injury Cases

How long do I have to file a catastrophic injury lawsuit in Texas?

Texas law generally provides a two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims. You typically have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline can prevent you from pursuing compensation. Contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP promptly to discuss your situation.

What makes an injury “catastrophic”?

Catastrophic injuries result in permanent disability, significant disfigurement, or require ongoing medical care. Examples include paralysis, severe brain injury, major amputations, severe burn injuries, and spinal cord damage. These injuries often require long-term treatment and care.

How much is my catastrophic injury case worth?

Case value depends on several factors, including the severity of your injury, medical costs, lost income, and long-term impact on your ability to work. Each case is different. We evaluate cases individually and provide an assessment based on the available information. Our case results demonstrate the range of recoveries we have achieved.

Will my case go to trial?

Many catastrophic injury cases settle before trial. In some situations, insurers may offer settlements. However, not all offers reflect the full value of a claim. We prepare every case for trial to maintain leverage in negotiations and to be ready if litigation becomes necessary.

Do I pay attorney fees upfront?

No. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing up front. Attorney fees are collected only if compensation is recovered on your behalf.

Can I still file a claim if I was partially at fault?

Texas follows a modified comparative negligence rule. You may recover compensation if you are not more than 50% at fault, but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you may recover $80,000.

What if the at-fault party doesn’t have insurance?

We explore other potential sources of recovery. This may include uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage under your own policy or claims against other responsible parties.

Contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Your Free Consultation

Catastrophic injuries require timely action. The sooner you contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP, the sooner we can begin evaluating your case and pursuing compensation. Call (713) 230-2200 today for a free consultation. Our attorneys are available 24/7 to discuss your case.

We serve Freeport and the surrounding areas in Texas. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Let Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP help you pursue the compensation available for your case.

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