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Texas car accident statistics are crucial input for policymakers when deciding on construction, targeted initiatives, and traffic laws. These numbers are also useful to drivers, who can learn about the behaviors that lead to accidents and the areas and circumstances in which they must exercise ...
A controversial bill aimed at reforming personal injury lawsuits in Texas failed to make it across the finish line in the most recent legislative session. Senate Bill 30 (SB 30) sought to dramatically change how damages are awarded in personal injury cases, specifically those involving ...
If you have suffered an injury because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to file a lawsuit. Your right to legal action depends partly on a rule called the statute of limitations, which sets the maximum time allowed to file a claim. In ...
The police report is vital evidence after a car accident. It documents key details that help determine what caused your crash and who is liable for your injuries. At The Stephens Law Firm, we’ve seen the impact that a detailed police report can have on ...
Car accidents cause significant personal and financial losses, including anxiety and distress due to the high costs of medical bills. If you were injured in a car accident, seeking legal advice as soon as possible is important to protect your right to compensation. Joe Stephens ...
Rideshare services in Houston are becoming more popular, with Uber and Lyft being the best-known options. As more people rely on these services to get around the city, everyone should know what to do if an accident happens. Insurance and legal liability work differently when ...
Personal injury and wrongful death claims share a similarity in one aspect; that is, they occur when deliberate, heedless, or negligent acts of one party inflict harm to another. Irrespective of the specific instances of the lawsuit, both claims entail negligence. Besides negligence, these claims ...
Though David Harris’ parents supported Clara Harris during her criminal trial, they were met with betrayal after the jury’s verdict. Despite promising to grant them custody of her two young children while serving her prison sentence, Clara instead placed them with neighbors—leaving Gerald and Mildred ...
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
Joe Stephens has consistently maintained a 10.0 Avvo Rating
American Association of Attorney Advocates Top Law Firms 2024 Member