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Seeking compensation after a personal injury often means dealing with confusing legal terms and a stressful claims process. Even when liability seems clear, insurance and legal procedures can feel overwhelming. It can become even more complicated when the case involves concepts like common law. A ...
The effects of a car accident are often much greater than the initial impact. Many people have to deal with an extensive aftermath of injuries, medical bills, and settlements. If you or your loved one has been in a crash, you may be wondering what ...
When you or your loved one is injured due to another party’s negligence, you may have the right to pursue compensation through a personal injury claim. These claims can result from various incidents, including car accidents, motorcycle wrecks, and slip-and-fall accidents. Along with the wide ...
Determining fault in a truck accident in Texas is crucial to understanding whether you can recover compensation and how much. Texas follows what’s known as the 51 percent rule, which means you can still recover damages if you’re 50 percent or less responsible for the ...
If you or a loved one has been hit by a car while walking, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed and questioning what you should do after a pedestrian accident in Texas. The moments after a pedestrian accident are critical, not only for your health and safety, ...
Liability after a pedestrian accident in Texas usually depends on who acted negligently, whether that be drivers, pedestrians, or third parties responsible for road design or maintenance. Since Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule, determining fault is rarely straightforward. Under this rule, your right ...
After a car accident in Texas, fault determines who pays for the damages and how much compensation you can recover. Establishing who is responsible isn’t always simple, especially under Texas’ comparative fault laws, where even partial blame can reduce your recovery. If you’re struggling to ...
Texting and driving is illegal in Texas. The state’s distracted driving law makes it clear that reading, writing, or sending a text while behind the wheel is against the law. Many drivers in Houston, Katy, and across Texas still have questions about what’s allowed, but ...
If you’re experiencing delayed car accident injury symptoms days or even weeks after a crash, you’re not alone. Many Texans walk away from an accident thinking they’re fine, only to notice pain, headaches, or stiffness later. Delayed injuries don’t prevent you from filing a claim ...
Pedestrians don’t always have the right of way in Texas. State law grants pedestrians the right of way in specific situations, such as marked crosswalks or when traffic signals require drivers to stop. However, there are also times when drivers lawfully have the right of ...
It’s not unusual to let a friend, family member, or neighbor borrow your car, but what happens if they get into a crash while driving? Many Texans are surprised to learn that insurance generally follows the vehicle, not the driver, meaning you could still be ...
After a hit and run crash, many Texans wonder how they’ll cover medical bills, lost income, or vehicle repairs. In many cases, your own insurance provides coverage. Policies like uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM), personal injury protection (PIP), or collision may apply, but figuring out which one ...
Won Best Attorney in Texas from 2012-2021, and 2023-2025 from Texas Monthly Magazine
Selected by Thomson Reuters’s Super Lawyers from 2008-2025
Joe Stephens has been a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers association since 1985
Selected as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum from 2008 – 2025
Joe Stephens is double board certified in Texas
Joe Stephens has over 35 years of legal experience
Recognized as a Top 100 High Stakes Litigator from 2022-2025
Ranked Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys for 2023-2024
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