Car Accident Lawyer in Austin, TX

Hurt in a car accident in Austin, TX? Your claim usually runs through the at-fault driver's insurance, and two rules shape it most: the filing deadline and how fault is shared.

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What To Do After an Accident in Austin

  1. 1

    Call 911

    Report the accident to Austin police and get medical attention, even if injuries seem minor.

  2. 2

    Document Everything

    Take photos of the scene, vehicle damage, injuries, road conditions, and traffic signals.

  3. 3

    Get a Police Report

    Request a copy of the police report from the Austin police department.

  4. 4

    Do NOT Talk to Insurance

    Do not give recorded statements to any insurance company without first consulting an attorney.

  5. 5

    Call an Attorney

    Call GetAccidentLawyerNow at (267) 212-1034 or use the estimate form to request a review by an independent Texas attorney.

Austin Local Resources & Context

Austin personal injury cases are filed in the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility. Travis County is one of the most plaintiff-friendly civil venues in Texas, which materially affects settlement positioning. The I-35 corridor through downtown is one of the most congested urban interstates in the country, and the MoPac Expressway parallel route carries heavy commuter traffic. Austin's rapid growth has produced sustained increases in rideshare and pedestrian crash volume.

Primary Court

Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility (1700 Guadalupe Street, Austin)

Court website

Major Corridors

I-35 • US-183 • MoPac Expressway (Loop 1) • Texas State Highway 130 (toll) • Texas State Highway 71

Local Agencies & Transit

Austin Police Department; Travis County Sheriff; Texas Highway Patrol; CapMetro (Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority)

Texas Law — Key Facts for Your Case

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Fault System

Modified comparative negligence (51%)

Min Insurance

30/60/25

Austin Car Accident Lawyer FAQ

How do I find a car accident lawyer in Austin?

GetAccidentLawyerNow is an attorney-matching service that connects injured people in Austin, TX with independent local accident attorneys where available. Fill out the free case review form or call (267) 212-1034.

What is the statute of limitations in Texas?

Texas has a 2 years statute of limitations for personal injury claims. Don't wait — contact an attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

How much does a car accident lawyer in Austin cost?

Many independent accident attorneys work on contingency, which usually means no upfront attorney fee and no attorney fee unless there is a recovery. Fee terms vary by attorney and case, so review the agreement before signing.

What should I do after an accident in Austin?

After an accident in Austin: 1) call 911 and get medical attention, 2) document the scene with photos, 3) request the police report, 4) avoid recorded statements to insurers before legal review, and 5) request a free case review through GetAccidentLawyerNow.

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