KATY PERSONAL INJURY & ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Houston Truck & 18-Wheeler Accident Lawyer

Being involved in a wreck with a commercial truck is often very different than a normal automobile accident. Attorney Joe Stephens understands the nuances of handling semi truck and 18-wheeler accident lawsuits and has spent 30+ years pursuing maximum compensation for those injured through negligence of commercial truck drivers and their employers.

Common Causes of Truck Accidents in Houston

Truck drivers are capable of negligence just the same as any other driver; but their size and payload can add magnitudes to the likelihood of injuries from a truck wreck. Drivers aren't the only party that may be liable in a trucking accident. Often tractor trailers are improperly loaded, suffer mechanical malfunctions, or have been improperly inspected.

If you've been the victim of a commercial truck accident in Houston or anywhere in Texas, attorney Joe Stephens is standing by ready to help. His law firm also represents commercial truck drivers who were injured by other parties - such as in the case of Williams vs. Baker. Regardless of what side you were on, our truck accident investigators will get to the bottom of what caused the collision that injured you and we'll fight to get you the compensation you deserve. Learn more about our Houston truck accident lawyers here.

A Job Injury Lawyer in Katy Helping Workers

Accidents and injuries occur in the workplace all the time. You do not necessarily have to be working in a high-risk sector such as manufacturing, construction or transportation to be at risk of experiencing this. A workplace accident can occur even in the office when you are concentrating on your paperwork and other duties. Examples of industrial and potential workplace accidents are construction accidents, falls, auto accidents, as well as Houston refinery accident and chemical plants accidents. when you sustain a serious injury while at work, you will need the assistance of an accident attorney in Houston. The Stephens Law Firm prides itself for handling work and job site injury cases in all across Texas.

Getting an opportunity to recover from financial damages that one sustains in a workplace accident is important. Bearing in mind that an accident at work can cause permanent disability and serious injuries not the least of which may be medical bills. Workplace accidents that cause permanent disability result in increased expensed and decreased wages since you will no longer be able to work. Getting the highest settlement for your injuries can be of great benefit to your life allowing you to recover financially, physically and even emotionally.

You can contact our law firm today for a free consultation on matters relating to your accident or injury case. Joe Stephens has experience in industrial and workplace accident cases and can provide you answers to the many questions you probably have concerning your options.

An Attorney for Life Changing Catastrophic Injuries

When it comes to catastrophic injuries, legal textbooks describe these as various injuries that affect one’s cognitive abilities and mobility. Example of catastrophic injuries are spinal injuries, third-degree burns, brain injuries, paralysis, amputation and other injuries that cause one to no longer be self-dependent. Our law firm understands that dealing with such injuries is very difficult.

Catastrophic injuries can result in the need for future home care services, high medical bills tallying into the millions, and major changes to one's life forever. Most people who are involved in such accidents cannot maintain their lifestyle afterward and are forced to lower their standard of living in order to manage their injuries. 

Even though clients may sustain different injuries, one thing that is common is that they all have a great impact not only on the victims but also on their friends and relatives. The victim’s family has the right to fight for compensation for lost wages and victims treatment. For serious injury cases such as paralysis and amputation, equipment and any special tools used to treat the injury should be included in the long term cost.

Catastrophic injuries can devastate any victim financially no matter the type of injury that one is suffering from. To help you get the financial support you need, we advise you to reach out to our firm and talk to one of our staff. Houston attorney Joe Stephens will fight for your rights and the compensation you deserve so you can live a life without worry of financial problems as you adjust to the new "normal".

Injuries Resulting from Defective Products

A company's duty is very simple: make sure that the products they produce are safe for consumers. But this is not always the case. Because of the rush to deliver products to the market, some companies fast-track the process of testing their products or fail to advertise safely. As a result, this leads to severe and even fatal injuries. When a company is held responsible for such cases consumers turn to experienced product liability lawyers at our law firm.

The upsetting fact is that poorly manufactured or designed products are known to be responsible for causing countless deaths and injuries each year. Dangerous products and consumer goods can pose all kinds of serious risks to users including electrocution, choking, burns and even poisoning. Common examples are damaged auto parts, none working safety gear, malfunctions, damaged electrical circuits, and many more. From a legal perspective on product liability, companies are expected to release products that are safe for consumers.

Product liability lawsuits can be extended to other parties who are involved including those in the retail and manufacturing process. The manufacturer can be held responsible for the defective product as well as the supplier of the elements used to produce the product. Product liability does not necessarily have to stop here and can be extended until it reaches the retailer of the defective product. Moreover, you can also file for a product liability claim even if the injured person is not the one who directly bought the product - such in the case of a child, mother or father.

When a company releases a defective product in the market and does not notify the public of the risk of using this product then the public has the right to take legal action against such a company. The Stephens Law Firm is here to assist should you be the unfortunate victim of such negligence.

Katy Texas Wrongful Death Attorney

Losing someone you love is something very difficult for anyone to face in life. If the cause of death was as a result of someone’s negligence, then it becomes even more difficult to bear the pain and frustration. When someone close to you loses his or her life because of another person’s negligence or a company’s mistake, then you have the right to take legal action and seek compensation for wrongful death. Even though there is nothing that can replace your loved one, the law permits you to seek justice through legal action.

The value of wrongful death claims might not be the same with all cases, but at least family members get the opportunity to seek fair compensation for all the losses that they experience. According to the law, compensation of wrongful death claims involves damages for the following:

• Financial support and lost the income of the victim.
• Lost inheritance value especially if the deceased would have possessed a large estate in the near future.
• Lost support, services, maintenance, counsel and care of the victim.
• Lost love and companionship.
• Mental and emotional pain, anguish and suffering.

All these elements are assessed and added together before concluding on the final settlement. Moreover, the court also determines the loss that each relative has undergone when making claims. The award is then divided among the claimants according to each one’s proportion to the percentage of his or her loss.

At Joe Stephens Law Firm, you can be sure that we will do anything in our power to get the highest settlement for your wrongful death claim. If you have lost someone close to you due to another person's negligence, call us today and we will be happy to assist you. Please do not make any agreements or sign any paperwork before consulting us - this could jeopardize any future compensation you may receive.