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What Does Double Board Certification Actually Mean? Board certification in law is one of the rarest and most respected credentials in the legal profession. When Joe Stephens tells you he is “double board-certified,” it represents earned expertise through real courtroom experience, peer validation from judges ...
If you’ve been injured in an apartment complex, you can take several steps right away to help protect your claim, including seeking medical treatment, reporting the incident, and preserving evidence. Knowing what to avoid is equally important as delaying medical treatment, posting on social media, ...
After a bicycle accident in Texas, your first steps can play an important role in protecting your health, your rights, and your ability to recover compensation. Seek medical care, document the accident, report the incident, and take steps to preserve evidence while avoiding actions that ...
After an accident, you need straight answers from someone who actually knows your case. That is what you get when you call The Stephens Law Firm. Joe Stephens is a double-board certified attorney who has practiced personal injury law in Texas for over 40 years. ...
Being involved in a car accident is always a stressful experience, regardless of the severity of the incident. However, you may be wondering whether an attorney is necessary when injuries are only minimal. The reality is that even minor injuries can lead to significant damages, ...
Texas contains thousands of miles of highways and freight corridors used by commercial trucks, including interstates, National Highway System routes, trunk-system roads, and emerging freight corridors. With so many large trucks moving through the state, serious collisions are a constant risk. Truck accidents are generally ...
Being in a car crash while running an errand or coming home from work is one thing. However, an accident claim may become much more complicated if you were on the clock. Work-related collisions typically involve workers’ compensation, employer insurance, and third-party claims. If you ...
After an accident, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is choosing the right lawyer. As you compare firms, read reviews, and evaluate potential Houston personal injury lawyers, it can be difficult to tell which attorneys truly stand out. One credential that deserves a closer ...
Learning that your child was injured in a car accident is a terrifying experience. If you are at the scene, it is essential to alert emergency services right away. In addition to providing them with medical support, you can take proactive steps to protect their ...
Car accidents are stressful regardless of the circumstances. Being involved in a drunk driving collision can be downright terrifying, as these incidents are often more severe and dangerous. If an intoxicated driver has hit you or your loved one in Houston, it is important to ...
After being hurt in an accident, the cost of hiring a personal injury lawyer is often at the top of people’s minds. However, hiring Joe Stephens won’t cost you anything upfront. He works on a contingency fee basis, meaning he only gets paid if he ...
Houston’s freeways get most of the attention, but intersection accidents account for roughly 40% of all traffic collisions in the city. These crashes are often the most violent, as there are vehicles moving in different directions at the same moment. This article identifies which intersections ...
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