When a catastrophic injury changes your life in an instant, you need an attorney who understands your situation. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP serves residents throughout Sabine Pass and Southeast Texas. We handle severe injuries from workplace accidents, maritime incidents, vehicle collisions, and other traumatic events. Our team brings experience and dedication to your case during this difficult time.

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

After a catastrophic injury, you face significant challenges. Medical bills mount quickly. Lost income creates financial strain. The physical and emotional recovery feels overwhelming. You need an attorney with legal experience and genuine compassion.

Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP has recovered millions of dollars for catastrophic injury clients. Our attorneys have handled traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, burn injuries, and paralysis. We understand the long-term impact these injuries have on your family and future.

Our team includes attorneys recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America. We have recovered $25 million in settlements for oil and gas injury cases, $14 million for accident injuries, and $1.5 million for burn injury cases. These results reflect our commitment to pursuing fair compensation based on the facts of each case. View our case results to learn more about our track record.

We handle catastrophic injuries from all causes. This includes maritime accidents and Jones Act claims—particularly important for Sabine Pass residents in the industrial and maritime sectors. We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing up front. We only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you.

Types of Catastrophic Injuries We Handle

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

A traumatic brain injury occurs when a blow or jolt disrupts normal brain function. Even injuries that seem minor at first can cause serious long-term complications. Traumatic brain injuries affect memory, concentration, balance, and speech. Some victims experience personality changes or struggle with basic daily tasks. Learn more about what to do after a traumatic brain injury.

In Sabine Pass, traumatic brain injuries result from workplace accidents. Industrial facilities, vehicle collisions, falls from heights, and equipment incidents cause these injuries. Recovery often requires ongoing medical care and rehabilitation. Some victims need permanent lifestyle adjustments. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP works with medical experts to document your injury. We calculate compensation for current and future care needs.

Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis

Spinal cord injuries frequently result in partial or complete paralysis. These injuries create permanent disabilities that affect every aspect of your life. Your ability to work, care for yourself, and enjoy activities changes dramatically. Victims often require wheelchair accessibility modifications. They need specialized medical equipment and ongoing physical therapy.

The financial impact extends far beyond initial medical treatment. You may need home modifications, accessible vehicles, personal care attendants, and specialized equipment for life. Understanding life care plans after a catastrophic injury is essential for long-term planning. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP calculates these long-term costs. We pursue compensation that reflects the true scope of your injury.

Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries in Sabine Pass

Sabine Pass is an industrial and maritime hub. The region’s economy depends on workers in refineries, LNG facilities, chemical plants, and port operations. These industries provide employment but create significant injury risks.

Workplace accidents at industrial facilities cause many catastrophic injuries. Equipment malfunctions, inadequate safety training, and failure to maintain safety equipment lead to serious harm. Learn about the complete guide to workplace hazards to understand your rights. Maritime and offshore accidents affect seamen and dock workers. Jones Act claims protect maritime workers injured due to employer negligence.

Motor vehicle collisions cause catastrophic injuries in high-speed impacts. Commercial trucks create additional risks. Falls from heights happen at construction sites and industrial facilities. Equipment and machinery accidents occur when workers lack proper training. Employers who fail to maintain equipment safely create hazards. Product defects cause catastrophic injuries when manufacturers sell dangerous products without adequate warnings.

How Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP Builds Your Catastrophic Injury Case

Building a strong catastrophic injury case requires thorough investigation and careful analysis. Our process begins immediately after you contact us. Understanding steps to take after a catastrophic injury can help preserve critical evidence.

Our firm investigates the accident thoroughly. We gather evidence from the scene, review safety records, and interview witnesses. We obtain medical records and work with your healthcare providers. Then, we identify all responsible parties—your employer, a manufacturer, another driver, or a company that failed to maintain safe conditions.

We coordinate with medical experts who evaluate your injuries. They project your long-term medical needs. We work with economic experts who calculate lost wages and lost earning capacity. Vocational experts assess your ability to return to work. These experts provide testimony supporting your claim for full compensation. Understanding how future medical costs are calculated helps establish the full scope of damages.

We calculate all the damages you’ve suffered. This includes medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, rehabilitation costs, and future care needs. We present this information to insurance companies and defendants. If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we prepare your case for trial. We advocate for your rights in court.

Throughout this process, you pay nothing. We work on a contingency fee basis. We only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you.

Compensation Available for Catastrophic Injuries

Texas law allows you to recover compensation for economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages include all financial losses you’ve suffered. Medical expenses cover emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, therapy, medications, and ongoing treatment. Lost wages include income lost since the injury and future income if you cannot return to work. Rehabilitation and adaptive equipment costs cover wheelchairs, home modifications, accessible vehicles, and specialized devices. Caregiver expenses cover personal care attendants if you need assistance with daily activities.
Non-economic damages compensate you for the non-financial impact of your injury. Pain and suffering damages reflect the physical pain and emotional distress you’ve experienced. Loss of enjoyment of life compensates you for activities you can no longer participate in. Loss of companionship damages recognize the impact your injury has had on your family relationships.

In catastrophic injury cases, these damages often total hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP pursues compensation you may be entitled to based on your circumstances. Under Texas comparative negligence law, you may still recover even if partially at fault. Evidence of permanent disability after catastrophic injury strengthens your claim for maximum compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifies as a catastrophic injury?

A catastrophic injury causes permanent disability. It significantly impairs your ability to function. These injuries require extensive medical treatment. They result in long-term or permanent changes to your physical or cognitive abilities. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, severe burn injuries, and paralysis all qualify. The key factor is lasting consequences that affect your ability to work, care for yourself, or enjoy your life.

How long do catastrophic injury cases take?

The timeline varies depending on case complexity. Some cases settle within months once we’ve gathered sufficient evidence. We present our demand to the defendant. Other cases take one to three years or longer if they proceed to trial. Our firm focuses on building the strongest case we can. We keep you informed throughout the process. We discuss settlement offers with you before making any decisions.

What if I’m partially at fault for my injury?

Texas follows a comparative negligence rule. You can still recover compensation if you bear some responsibility. You must not be more than 50 percent at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 20 percent at fault and your damages total $100,000, you may recover $80,000. Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP works to minimize your percentage of fault. We work to maximize your recovery.

How much does it cost to hire Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP?

You pay nothing up front to hire Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP. We work on a contingency fee basis. We only collect a fee if we recover compensation for you. Our fee comes from the settlement or verdict we obtain—not from your pocket. This arrangement allows you to pursue your case without worrying about legal costs. You can focus on your recovery.

Can I still file a claim if the accident happened months ago?

Texas law generally allows two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline—called the statute of limitations—can vary depending on your case circumstances. If you’ve been injured, contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP as soon as possible. We can evaluate your case. We help you work to meet all applicable deadlines. Waiting too long could result in losing your right to recover compensation.

What should I do immediately after a catastrophic injury?

Your first priority is getting medical care. Call 911 if you need emergency treatment. Seek medical attention even if you don’t think your injuries are serious. Some catastrophic injuries don’t show symptoms immediately. Document everything about the accident. Take photos of the scene. Get contact information from witnesses. Keep records of all medical treatment. Report the accident to your employer if it’s work-related. Report to the police if it involves a vehicle collision. Then contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP to discuss your case. The sooner we begin investigating, the better we can work to preserve evidence.

Contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP for Your Free Consultation

If you or a loved one has suffered a catastrophic injury in Sabine Pass, contact Williams Hart & Boundas, LLP today. We offer a free consultation to discuss your case. We explain your legal options. Call (713) 230-2200 to speak with a catastrophic injury attorney. We serve Sabine Pass and all of Southeast Texas. We’re ready to pursue the compensation you deserve.

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